Sculptural lighting not only illuminates modern spaces but also brings a fresh breath of air into them. One such sculptural lamp series, named the Erreur 404 family, is being exhibited at the 2026 Maison & Objet. The lamps are designed by James Haywood Atelier, the designer already known for creating magic from alternative concrete in the form of gallery pieces.
The France-based designer has an aerospace engineering background that makes him curious about materials and structures. With the lamp series, he explores the boundaries of what can be structurally carved out of concrete. Error 404 lamps are designed to find ecological alternatives to cement, which is known to have a high environmental impact.
The 2026 Erreur 404 lamp features a refined silhouette that can be produced again and again. Haywood uses concrete, crushed oyster eggshells, and natural pigment to get the result. Each sculpture, through subtle variations in proportions and materials, acquires a unique identity, especially when presented together.
The name “Error 404” reflects the fleeting frustration of a missing web page, a symbol of a fast-paced and dysfunctional society. Haywood invites us to pause, question our habits, and envision a future where innovation and sustainability converge. Haywood says that the lamps are a result of four years of reiterating with materials and shapes. After almost 300 pieces, he was able to create sculptural luminaries in different sizes.
The Erreur 404 lamps are aesthetically pleasing and minimalistic at first glance. Yet, on a closer look, a melody of materials and craft emerges from the pieces to represent the designer’s artistry. The lamps are handmade in France, while the plug and base are individually 3D printed using bronze and coconut filaments.
The cables are made from recycled cotton, and the lamps have a cold white G9 bulb inserted for illumination. Moreover, this is the first time Haywood’s sculptures are available to the general public.
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