Hyphen is more than just a light fixture; it’s a luminous sculpture, a dialogue between material and light, an exploration of union and balance. Two suspended cylindrical bodies intertwine in a fluid, silent motion. With its curving shape, the versatile Hyphen can be used as a pendant light. Connected by a central pivot, the modules offer a variety of positions and orientations, projecting a soft, directional light that evolves with the space. It can also be a table lamp, with one or two modules arranged in multiple ways thanks to a base that perfectly embraces their forms.

“With Hyphen and our work in general, we aim to design light fixtures that bring a unique character to an environment, create emotion, enhance a décor, and spark curiosity,” says Alex Joncas.

The name Hyphen is derived from the ancient Greek huph’ hén (ὑφ’ ἕν), which means the union of two opposites into one. The collection is available in several materials: warm, soft, and delicate porcelain is complemented by cold, strong, and brilliant steel. The materials and finishes have been carefully selected to interact with light and reveal subtle chromatic variations, even when the object is switched off. Hyphen transcends its lighting function; it evokes a feeling of connection and serenity, enveloping its surroundings in a luminous embrace that is both poetic and intimate.

This modular lighting collection includes four models: Hyphen Pendant, Hyphen Table Simple, Hyphen Table Double, and Hyphen Wall.

“Hyphen is unique in its form as well as its production process, through its artistic collaboration and the use of porcelain and molding,” says Alex Joncas.

True to its co-creation philosophy, Darmes values collaboration and craftsmanship. The collection benefits from the expertise of ceramic artist Gréta Jonckheere. Each porcelain piece is shaped by hand in Morin-Heights, Quebec. This meticulous process, completed in several stages over multiple days, gives each piece a unique texture that captures the essence of touch and time.

The Hyphen collection was first presented at  International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) 2022 and won the Archiproducts Design Award in 2022.

The lights are assembled in the DARMES workshop in Canada, using recyclable aluminum, in partnership with local suppliers. These collections are shipped worldwide with carbon neutral shipping.

Available finishes :

• Chromatic Black
• Sandy Black
• Natural Porcelaine

We advise you to choose our transport service (usually UPS). In this case, shipping charges will be added to your invoice and the applicable delivery terms (Incoterms) are DAP. We take care of packing, transport, insurance and customs clearance to the delivery address indicated on the invoice.

Depending on the country of delivery, customs duties, sales tax and collection charges may be requested by the carrier at the time of delivery. On request we can provide you with an indicative estimate of these costs. Contact us if you wish to be assured of having nothing to pay at the time of delivery (Incoterms: DDP).

In the event that you are unable to accept your order and/or fail to respond to UPS’s requests, the cost of returning your shipment and re-dispatch will be at your expense.

In the event that the customer comes to pick up their order themselves or has their order picked up by the carrier of their choice, the applicable delivery terms (Incoterms) are EXW. In this case we only take responsibility for the packaging of the order. The merchandise is no longer under our responsibility once it has left our premises. You must assume the transportation, insurance and clearance of the goods.