lasvit recreates the calming effect of water with glass and light

LASVIT recreates WATER’S INFLUENCE ON MIND AND BODY

You would think that after years of captivating audiences at Milan Design Week, Lasvit would find it difficult to outdo its previous exhibitions. Yet, the Czech designer and manufacturer manages to surpass itself every time. For Euroluce 2025, running from 8–13 April, Lasvit returns with an immersive installation titled ‘Soaked in Light.’ Drawing on research that shows how vast bodies of water can activate the parasympathetic nervous system – our body’s natural counterbalance to stress – the company translates this phenomenon into glass and light, creating an environment designed to slow the heart rate, deepen breath, and foster a sense of calm.

At the heart of the installation is ‘Splash,’ a mesmerizing glass sculpture by Martin Gallo, accompanied by a new design concept from renowned designer Patrick Jouin, and two collections by Lasvit’s Art Director Maxim Velčovský and designer Jan Plecháč, which further expand on Lasvit’s legacy of blending Bohemian glassmaking with contemporary forms.

Lasvit returns to Milan Design Week 2025 with ‘Soaked in Light’ | all images courtesy of Lasvit

A FUSION OF GLASS AND LIGHT AT MILAN DESIGN WEEK 2025

At Hall 6, Stand C39 D38, Lasvit shapes a sensory space that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling atmosphere of Milan Design Week 2025. Designed by Lexová&Smetana, the booth reflects the fluidity and serenity of water, inviting visitors to experience the delicate interplay between glass and light.

The Czech glass company has a long history of using nature as inspiration to create its art pieces. Whether designing architectural glass installations or exquisite lighting sculptures, Lasvit’s personalized approach results in site-specific masterpieces found in iconic landmarks, cultural institutions, and private residences around the world.

at Hall 6, Stand C39 D38, the Czech glass company creates a sensory space, reflecting the fluidity of water

‘SOAKED IN LIGHT’ PRESENTS GLASS SCULPTURE BY MARTIN GALLO

‘Splash,’ the signature piece of Lasvit’s ‘Soaked in Light’ installation, designed by Martin Gallo embodies the essence of fluidity. Inspired by the emotional and physical qualities of water, the glass and light sculpture explores how water’s ever-changing forms evoke a range of feelings – from the stillness of a serene pond to the joy of splashing in puddles or the raw power of a rushing river.

According to Martin Gallo, the inspiration for this installation lies in water’s constant motion. ‘Water is never still; it carries emotions, memories, and movement,’ explains the designer. ‘With Splash,’ Gallo continues, ‘I wanted to capture its fleeting moments – how a single drop can ripple into something vast, how light dances on the surface, and how water, like glass, holds both stillness and energy within it.’

visitors are invited to experience the delicate interplay between glass and light