LED patina

The term patina is sometimes used in conjunction with bronze pieces, wooden furniture, oil paintings, etc. to describe the effect of time, chemicals and handling on the surface--and sometimes the geometry--of an object. Beyond copper and wood, time also alters electronics and LEDs. To some, those alterations may look like mistakes or signals of broken systems but at Disorient, we call that "LED patina." Embracing the beauty of decay we accept those signs of time as contemporary manifestations of wabi-sabi.

LED patina is Disorient's collaboration with time. We contend that broken LED circuits, are not in need of repair but rather add to the pieces. They are proof or wear and tear, proof of engagement, proof of a life well lived and not bothered by details or concerns for one's appearance. The structure conceptually holding the piece together is GlamTech in action. States of LED patina are fleeting and precious. They should be cherished.

Let Go and live happy ever after.

Further studies: data patina