Steve Leung and Baccarat reveal the Printemps Bleu Zenith Chandelier, celebrating Sino-French friendship and timeless craftsmanship.
The chandelier showcases a graceful blend of Limoges porcelain painted with natural motifs and Baccarat crystals in clear and cobalt blue hues. It embodies Zenith's majestic form and cascading effect, featuring porcelain elements in its central column and lampshades— a first for Baccarat's lighting objects. This tasteful fusion reflects Steve's design philosophy, incorporating Chinese Yin-yang principles.
Renowned Hong Kong architect, interior, and product designer Steve Leung and his team at Steve Leung Design Group (SLD) have partnered with the prestigious French luxury house Baccarat to introduce the Printemps Bleu Zenith Chandelier. This collaboration marks a milestone celebrating the 60th anniversary of Sino-French friendship and Baccarat's 260th anniversary. The Printemps Bleu, meaning 'Blue Spring' in English, evokes the rejuvenation and renewal of nature during springtime. Drawing inspiration from Qinghua Ci, one of China's most cherished artifacts, and Baccarat's iconic Zenith chandelier, this exquisite piece harmonizes Asian sensibilities with French elegance. The chandelier's design symbolizes the Chinese philosophy of Yin-Yang, reflecting the harmonious integration of Eastern and Western artistry. This masterpiece is destined to captivate discerning collectors and connoisseurs of luxury décor.
Steve Leung, a renowned Hong Kong architect, interior, and product designer, spearheads the design team at Steve Leung Design Group (SLD) in an extraordinary collaboration with the prestigious French luxury House Baccarat to unveil the remarkable Printemps Bleu Zenith Chandelier, honouring the 60th anniversary of Sino-French friendship and commemorating Baccarat's 260th anniversary.
"Our collaboration celebrates Baccarat's 260th Anniversary in 2024," says Steve Leung. "Since its establishment in 1764, Baccarat has been synonymous with exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design. Today, it remains a pristine symbol of luxury and elegance. It is our honour to delve into its esteemed history and legacy of luxury. Both our countries have a long-standing appreciation for art and literature. This collaboration is the perfect way to celebrate our countries' mutual understanding and appreciation of each other's heritage and creativity, especially on the 60th anniversary of Sino-French friendship. I am thrilled to embark on a design journey with the talented team at Baccarat during such a milestone historical moment."
The Printemps Bleu Zenith Chandelier is a captivating fusion of Eastern and Western design aesthetics. The chandelier features Limoges porcelain intricately entwined with Baccarat's renowned crystals in clear and cobalt blue hues. This design embodies Zenith's majestic form, incorporating porcelain elements such as the cupel, baluster, and bowl in its central column and lampshades—Baccarat's first exploration of porcelain in their lighting objects. The chandelier achieves a delicate balance of contrasting elements: crystal and porcelain, transparency and opacity, blue and white, East and West. This sophisticated blend celebrates the duality and harmony of Sino-French friendship, paying tribute to the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of both Baccarat and Chinese porcelain.
The Printemps Bleu chandelier exudes the essence of spring, capturing nature's vibrant revival. Inspired by Chinese motifs dating back to 1878, it integrates delicate porcelain elements adorned with intricate cobalt blue designs. The carefully crafted lampshades allow the natural motifs to dance and illuminate the surroundings, creating a captivating radiance. This chandelier symbolizes the harmonious fusion of Eastern and Western design, celebrating the enduring cultural encounter between China and France.
The Printemps Bleu Zenith Chandelier will be launched in Asia in July 2024, followed by a global release in 2025. Limited to only 60 pieces, this chandelier commemorates the 60th anniversary of Sino-French friendship. It has been reinterpreted by renowned designers such as Philippe Starck, Marcel Wanders, Arik Levy, Louise Campbell, and Jaime Hayon, solidifying its status as a symbol of timeless artistry and cross-cultural collaboration.
Product Details
Product Name: Printemps Bleu
Product Category: Lighting
Product Completion: July 2024
About Steve Leung, BBS, Founder of Steve Leung Design Group Ltd.
Born in Hong Kong, Steve Leung is an internationally renowned architect, interior and product designer with over 40 years of design experience. Taking inspirations from Asian culture and arts, his works are famous for their unique contemporary style. He has gained a high reputation in the industry and his works have received high acclaim worldwide.
“Design” represents different meanings for every master in history. These thoughts have influenced their creation and achievements, and reflect their understanding of contemporary culture and lifestyles. Steve has his own unique thoughts and philosophy on design. Since his business start-up in 1987, Steve has broken through the traditional framework and geographical boundaries with brand-new thinking and forward-looking international vision, and taken his pace to the diversified development rooted in China with a global perspective, shepherding SLD into a world-leading interior design company.
Having achieved significant success during his design career spanning over 40 years, and believing that as a part of the society, it is necessary to shoulder certain social responsibilities, Steve has been actively participating in design-related public roles in recent years. He hopes to use his profession, experience and network to give back to the industry and society, as well as pay efforts to cultivate young designers. He has been invited on various occasions to be the judge of the world's authoritative design awards, including Asia Pacific Interior Design Awards, iF Design Award China, Red Dot Design Award, China Property Awards, iF Communication Design Award, etc. He was the President of the International Federation of Interior Architects / Designers (IFI) from 2017 to 2020, being the first Chinese President in IFI history. Steve has been the Executive Director of Design Committee of China National Interior Decoration Association (CIDA) since 2013 to present, and the Board of Directors of Hong Kong Design Centre since 2016, Vice Chairman since 2022. In 2014, Steve joined hands with interior designers from the Mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan to establish “C Foundation” to foster development of the design industry and education in China. In 2022, Steve has been awarded Bronze Bauhinia Star (BBS) by the Government of HKSAR in recognition of his notable contributions to educating young architects and designers, and fostering sustainable development in both Hong Kong and the Mainland.
About Steve Leung Design Group Ltd.
Founded in 1997 by Mr. Steve Leung, the Group officially entered the Mainland market in 2000, and listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2018 (SEHK: 2262), being Hong Kong’s first listed company providing pure design services. “Design Without Limits” is the core value of the Group and we believe that design has the power to break boundaries. Since his business start-up in 1987, Steve and his teams have held firm to the belief that design should be people-oriented. Through collaboration and interaction among different fields, we constantly explore and think over the significance and mission of design, striving to create more possibilities by design without limits. Our mission and vision are to bring the power of design into full play through execution of projects:
- To enhance project value with design
- To improve quality of life with design
- To drive social development with design
- To create better future with design
With diversification, specialization and internationalization being the direction of business development, the Group provides high quality design services of different categories which embrace show flats, sales offices, club houses, luxury residential projects, serviced apartments, hotels and restaurants, commercial and office spaces, homes for the aged, medical and healthcare, etc. The Group's business scope also extends from interior design and furnishing services to product design. We have collaborated with a number of international brands in home décor for a wide range of product designs, including furniture, decorative lightings, sanitary wares, kitchen cabinets, door handles, tiles, etc.
About Baccarat
Founded in 1764, Baccarat, alchemist of joy and creator of enchanting worlds, is the fruit of a group of daring artisans who have transformed the four elements of nature – earth, air, fire and water – into crystal of unparalleled purity. By crafting true masterpieces, Baccarat has never ceased to surprise the world, garnering numerous awards at World Fairs and international exhibitions. This is how the name of a small town in eastern France, Baccarat, has over time become a symbol of the art of celebration and French joie de vivre. From Paris to Moscow, New York, Tokyo, Miami or Hong Kong, the unique experience of Baccarat’s art de vivre can be found within its Houses, boutiques, restaurants, bars and hotels. Ahead of its 260th anniversary, Baccarat continues its international development, firmly anchored in its roots, and driven by the ambition to always fly higher. Discover the captivating world of Baccarat on www.baccarat.com and on www.instagram.com/baccarat