Aspiration’ is a sculptural candle inspired by the colossal Lady of Lebanon statue topping the mountain in Harissa. The grande dame watching over the coast and the mountain above the clouds is anchored in popular culture and myth, disrupting the landscape with her captivating presence.
This wax sculpture is part of House of Today’s curated Candle Project. The illuminative wonder took 24 hours to be molded by hand. It is designed by Aline Asmar d’Amman and handcrafted by wax artisans at the Beit Chabeb Hospital Workshop.
About the Artist
Aline Asmar d’Amman is the architect and founder of Culture in Architecture. Based in Paris and Beirut, her agency engages in cross-disciplinary work around the world, ranging from interior design to artistic direction and scenography in the fields of luxury hospitality, private residential and various design commissions, with a contemporary approach committed to the transfer of knowledge and to fostering cultural conversations.
About the Brand
House of Today is a non-profit organization, committed to cultivating a sustainable design ecosystem in Lebanon, that transcends international borders. For over a decade, the organization’s overarching aim is to strengthen dialogues in the design world, expanding the reach of contemporary Lebanese designers and their creative processes, through mentoring and educating, curating collections and nurturing connections.
