Research, Exhibitions and Collaborations
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Lulu Harrison and Here Design
As part of a collaborative project with Here Design, Lulu worked alongside the production and design team to create the first prototypes of the ‘Thames Glass’ carafe and tumbler - to promote drinking tap water,
Bureau De Change and Thames Glass Pubs
Exploring the possibilities of future glass architecture and different design applications for glass.
Regenerative Futures | Arup and V&A
Regenerative Futures exhibition curated by Arup for the London Design Festival. Explored what a truly regenerative future society might look like.
Small Batch Testing
Using stoneware crucibles to experiment with different batch recipes. Working with new recipes including seaweed and local beach sands.
Cornish Fish Factory Residency
For centuries, fishermen and women have played an integral part in Cornwall's culture and heritage. It is a craft often passed down through generations, and one which is so important for local industry and supporting local systems.
An Ancient Wood Fired Furnace Build
A collaborative project between Lulu, the PEGG (The Post Disciplinary and Experimental Glass Group), and glass blowers
Glass Made From Scallop Shells
Molten glass is rolled into waste scallop shells and then hand-blown, creating a unique bubbly milky texture.
Deconstructing Materials For Glass Recipes
Testing different glass recipes and seeing glass in its halfway granular state. The semi-fused primary raw ingredients of glass making is how true frit is defined.
Waste Mussels Used to Create Thames Glass
Inspired by ancient glass-making processes. Lulu has been creating unique glass batch recipes from local and waste materials sourced in and around the River Thames.
Amber Glass Making
Amber Glass - A series of experimental projects working with different batch recipes.
Seen Studios and Lulu Harrison | Future Foundry
As part of the London Design Festival, Thames Glass was exhibited at the Future Foundry Exhibition in Brick Lane, hosted by Seen Studios.