DAVID WEEKS FOR TALA: Echo

David Weeks brings his unique slant to Tala with Echo, the second in a series of three design collaborations with the U.K. lighting line. Echo is a striking series defined by its distinct geometry and bold economy of form. Composed of intersecting asymmetrical steel cylinders, the pieces are powder-coated in a muted white finish and take their lead from Talas Sphere IV LED bulbs. The angular Floor and Table Lamps are each fitted with a custom dimmer to achieve maximum performance for the Dim to Warm technology of the Tala bulbs, while the single-drop Chandelier is compatible with any of Talas recommended dimmers. In keeping with his signature exploration of balance and reduction, in this series Weeks offers aesthetic simplicity as a defense against over-complicated design. Awkwardness is remedied with ease. Structural weight is offset by levity. Formal rigor is approached with a casual slant. Asymmetry is achieved by working backward, starting at the end The result is off-kilter but wholly balanced. David Weeks Strong and sculptural, the Echo series offers holistic lighting from a minimalist angle.