Ø 12mm


Iron is usually known for its rigidity and hardness. But for those who work with this material, it becomes resistant, malleable and easy to shape. It does not deteriorate with the passing of time and retains its purpose.


Sometimes one needs to explain the why and how because to this day design cannot be based merely on the aesthetic appreciation.  Design is communication without which it would be nothing but a simple candle holder. The merit of the design is in the process and the result is a consequence of this.


Ø 12mm is an exercise in self-learning which originated from a round steel pipe with a diameter of 12mm and a thickness of 1.2mm. I was interested in being able to shape and curve so I had to design and make a specific tool for this purpose, which opened up a wide range of possibilities, one being the candle holder. After a lot of trial and error and quite by accident it became what it is.















Liam Kelly © 2022