Rebecca Sun Collins is a designer based in Toronto. Her interest in traditional techniques and material exploration intersects with a rational, mathematical method to create layered objects with a unique approach to understanding culture. 

@rebeccasuncollins
rebeccasuncollins@gmail.com
+1-647-921-8620

2021 Bachelor of Craft and Design
2013 Bachelor of Engineering

Work



Panel Lamp
2024

The Panel Lamp emerged from an ongoing interest in stab binding, a traditional bookbinding technique. The shade is made from long rectangular strips of vulcanized fibre which is derived from natural cellulose pulp. This pliable material is sturdy enough for the stitching process and its translucent quality makes it a pleasant diffuser for light. The result is a hand-sewn shade that emits a warm glow when illuminated and a compelling pattern when not in use.



Palette Table
2024


The Palette Table utilizes the staining process of rust and celebrates its painterly qualities. The linear steel profiles that make up the tabletop are held in place by a concrete base. When the Table is exposed to rain, the rust colours the water and drips down the concrete canvas in a striped pattern. As the Palette Table continues to weather the stripes are reinforced, responding to its environment with its own natural decoration.



Twofold Light
2022


The Twofold Light explores the ancient art of paper folding using Tyvek, a synthetic sheet material. Unlike paper, which becomes more opaque when scored for folding, Tyvek becomes more transparent as its fibres are pressed together. The scoring technique used to create the crisp geometric form of the Twofold Light is repeated to cover every surface of the lamp, resulting in a mesmerizing luminescent pattern.



Woven Fan
2021


The Woven Fan was developed for Basketclub with materials supplied by Dedon. The open knotting technique takes advantage of the material's unique properties to create a playful form.



Vault Stool
2021


The Vault Stool is a lightweight, woven carbon fibre stool. Traditional techniques and modern materials meet in its unique appearance. The Stool’s structure is reinforced by the curved edges which are reminiscent of vaulted arches found in architecture.



© Rebecca Sun Collins 2024