# SolidNature and Sabine Marcelis Launch Limited-Edition Stone Candleholders Ephemeral fashion installation evolves into collectible modular design objects - **Source:** [design archives | designboom | architecture & design magazine](https://brifing.si/source/11868f8d-1e20-41ac-bc2d-8c5af32d721b) - **Published:** 2026-09-28 - **Topic:** [Design & UX](https://brifing.si/c/design) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/f004e448-c593-4569-bb4f-4ff4f4306414 ## From installation to collectible Originally created as a temporary installation for Amsterdam Fashion Week 2026's opening dinner, these candleholders gained such popularity that SolidNature and Sabine Marcelis decided to produce a limited edition. The 400-piece collection transforms Marcelis' signature material exploration into functional art, with each carved stone piece maintaining the original installation's fluid aesthetic while becoming a standalone object. ## Material storytelling The collection features two rare natural stones: Honey Onyx with translucent orange layers that diffuse light, and Sunset Dune Travertine with porous red textures formed over millennia. SolidNature's stone expertise combines with Marcelis' design approach that highlights inherent material qualities. This partnership previously produced the acclaimed 'Beyond the Surface' installation at Milan Design Week 2023 using similar material-focused principles. ## Modular flame-inspired design Each candleholder's curved silhouette holds three standard dinner candles, with variations in veining patterns making every piece unique. The modular design allows owners to create custom arrangements that mimic the original installation's gradient effect. Available in two lengths (500mm and 650mm) with uniform 100mm width and 150mm height, the pieces can be combined to recreate the fluid movement of fire. ## Technical execution SolidNature employed their specialized stoneworking techniques to carve the pieces from solid blocks, preserving each stone's natural characteristics. The cutting direction reveals varying veining patterns - from sharp linear formations to soft cloud-like textures. Only 100 pieces of each variation (Honey Onyx and Sunset Dune Travertine in two sizes) were produced, maintaining exclusivity. ## Design philosophy Marcelis' approach focuses on revealing hidden material qualities through light and geometry. For these candleholders, she designed curved forms that showcase the stones' natural translucency and texture. The pieces bridge fashion and object design, with carefully selected colors and patterns that create visual continuity when arranged together, much like a clothing collection. ## Commercial strategy Unlike their previous large-scale installations, this marks SolidNature's move into limited-edition functional objects. Available exclusively through their webshop, the collection targets design collectors who appreciate material craftsmanship. The 400-piece limitation and natural variations ensure each owner receives a unique artifact with inherent value beyond mass-produced decor. ## Material significance The stones carry geological histories impossible to replicate artificially. Honey Onyx's light-transmitting properties and Sunset Dune Travertine's porous textures directly influence the candleholders' aesthetic and functional qualities. This collection makes these rare material characteristics accessible in domestic scale while maintaining their natural integrity through precise carving techniques. ## Industry implications This collaboration demonstrates how temporary installations can successfully transition to commercial products when they authentically express material narratives. The project establishes a model for design brands to create limited editions that maintain artistic integrity while reaching broader audiences. It also highlights growing consumer interest in objects with traceable material origins and unique physical qualities. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.designboom.com/design/sabine-marcelis-solidnature-event-decoration-collectible-design/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._