Cartier Auckland

Cartier Auckland — Bespoke Sculptural Chandelier

A bespoke sculptural chandelier created for the new Cartier store in Auckland, developed through an international design process and realised through the collaboration of specialist glassmaking and architectural lighting expertise.

The Project

James Russ became involved in the early design development of the chandelier in 2022. The concept evolved over several years through collaboration with international design teams, including G4 Group in Barcelona and PARA Designworks in Hong Kong.

Following this design development, the process was handed over to Monmouth Glass Studio. James was subsequently engaged to help resolve the original concept and develop the sophisticated lighting technology required to make the sculpture functional.

Lighting & Technical Development

James Russ developed a highly refined LED lighting system specifically for the chandelier, integrating the technology into the sculptural glasswork while maintaining the purity of the original design.

James worked closely with Monmouth Glass Studio and talented glass artist Isaac Katzoff to bring the finished work to life.

The result is a highly resolved sculptural chandelier created specifically for the Cartier Auckland environment.

Project Details

Client: Cartier/Monmouth Glass Studio
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Project: Cartier Auckland
Type: Bespoke sculptural chandelier
International design: G4 Group, Barcelona; PARA Designworks, Hong Kong
Glass and Design development: 2022 onwards : Monmouth Glass Studio — Isaac Katzoff
Lighting & technical development: James Russ
Installation: Monmouth Glass / James Russ team

Bespoke Architectural Lighting

James Russ creates bespoke sculptural lighting for architectural, hospitality, retail and residential environments. Each commission is developed in response to the architecture, scale and requirements of the space.

For complex projects, James can provide design development, custom LED systems, technical resolution, fabrication support and installation.

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