Tan Wei Xiang
Tan Wei Xiang is a furniture designer whose work explores Singapore’s evolving identity through materiality, sustainability, and emotional connection. Inspired by the city’s landscape and cultural narratives, they employ a mixed-media approach to create designs that balance familiarity with conceptual depth.
Notable works include the Versa Lamp, exhibited at EMERGE 2024, and the Recollect Cabinet, showcased at Design Museum London and featured in Wallpaper magazine. Other key pieces, such as the After Chair and Guardian Side Table, reflect themes of rapid urban development and material efficiency.
Throughout his journey, he has constantly sought new ways to convey different stories through design, using materials and form to evoke emotions and spark conversations.
Versa lamp
Versa is designed with a versatile frame that allows users to easily attach and change fabrics of various sizes and materials. Backlit with a warm glow, the fabric can be anything from a cherished piece of clothing, a section of an old quilt, or even a scarf gifted by a loved one. This adaptability ensures that the lamp can evolve with the user’s life, illuminating special occasions, personal experiences, or simply changing preferences throughout the seasons.