In transparency, we see the whole of an object – a ghost of the shape presents itself, revealing much more than full opacity could. The Mo.du.lo Collection by Etereo for StudioTwentySeven revels in this principle, drawing from the radical spirit of 1970s architectural glass to explore materiality, balance, and light. Across the collection, a metallic interior structure is partially revealed between solid blocks of deep green glass, creating a dialogue between visibility and concealment, structure and surface.
The solidity of glass is a through line throughout the collection, offering cohesion and visual depth across the five sculptural pieces. Each block is unique, displaying subtle variations in tone and luminosity, ensuring no two compositions are exactly alike. Conceived as limited-edition collectible design, Mo.du.lo balances modular repetition with a sense of individuality, transforming pure volumes into expressive architectural forms.
To start, the Modulo Console pulls a striking profile, its thickness and heft contrasting with the refined linearity of the form. Characterized by clean, minimalist lines and glass cube construction on all three sides, the console reveals a metallic structure running through its core. This internal spine is not only a visual anchor but a functional necessity – glass in this form carries significant weight, requiring precise engineering beneath the surface. The central metallic vein becomes both structural solution and conceptual gesture, reinforcing the collection’s emphasis on balance, proportion, and the transformation of a materially heavy medium into something visually light and quietly luxurious.
In contrast to the console’s substantial stance, the Modulo Floor Lamp rises as an ethereal tower composed of stacked green glass bricks with a luminous core at its center. Sculpted from meticulously interlocked glass blocks, the lamp becomes a vertical study in repetition and light. Polished metal at its core enhances the sense of depth, creating the illusion of descending into the earth while simultaneously radiating a soft, ambient glow. Available in three heights, the lamp functions as both lighting and luminous sculpture, shifting in character as the viewer moves around it.
Singular in scale and ambition, the Modulo Table is quite monumental. Its immense surface requires two expertly wrought channels of metal to distribute and support the weight of the glass above. The result is a feat of engineering that appears effortless, allowing the material to command attention without visual strain. Referencing the iconic dining tables of 1970s Italian design, the piece becomes an architectural centerpiece, its magnitude, clarity, and depth asserting a powerful presence within the room.
Leaning into the ethereal once more, the Modulo Fumoir Coffee Table creates a lagoon-like effect within the living space, the layered green glass cubes offering an elegant luminosity that shifts with the light. At its center sits a satin-finished square basin, thoughtfully crafted to hold ice for chilling wine bottles or to display objects, allowing the surrounding glass to remain uninterrupted and radiant. Square upon square of dark green glass evokes a water-like sensibility, blending sophistication with a sense of quiet indulgence.
And finally, the Modulo Side Table ties off the narrative at a more intimate scale. Designed as a compact, easily repositionable piece, it reflects the collection’s modular ethos while adapting to contemporary living. A polished mirrored steel tray crowns the form, its circular geometry gently defying the rigid cubic language of the glass below. A singular stripe of metal bisects the piece, hinting at an internal solidity that the transparency of the glass subtly disguises, maintaining cohesion with the rest of the collection while introducing a softer, more personal note.
To learn more about the Mo.du.lo Collection by Etereo, visit studiotwentyseven.com.
Photography courtesy of StudioTwentySeven.