
A Pilgrimage of Light: Discovering Eames Lighting traces a 2021 research journey by Form Portfolios to uncover the hidden history of Eames-designed lighting. This exploration led to the revival of Helena, a 1934 Charles Eames creation for St. Mary’s Church. Featuring a delicate blown-glass sphere and perforated aluminum shade, Helena casts a celestial glow. In collaboration with Cassina, Form Portfolios brought this forgotten masterpiece back to life, bridging past and present through the timeless language of light.

Charles and Ray Eames designed St. Mary’s churches in Helena and Paragould, showcasing their architectural vision and mastery of light.

A Pilgrimage of Light
Reaserch
2021

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