Bent Lamination Pendant Lights

I used bent lamination to make these awesome modern pendant lights. This method of bending wood involves making a form and gluing up thin strips of wood veneers to achieve the bend you are looking for. I made 3 different size lights, 5 total for my house, which meant cutting out 65 veneers. Bent lamination may seem complicated, but the process is more repetitive than anything else and certainly takes dedication to get it done. But it is definitely worth the time it takes to create something that adds a unique visual interest.
Another cool feature is the metal shade. I used strips of aluminum and painted them to match the color scheme we have going on in our home. I love the way the hard maple and colored metal contrast and add a modern touch to a minimalist design. The metal shade is held in with a friction fit, making it easy to update the color in the future. Just think of the possibilities in your own house!
I used custom white cords and fixtures in the lights too. So this build has a ton of stuff, wood bending, sheet metal bending, electrical wiring, and more! I hope this inspires you to make your own bent lamination pendant lights for your house! Enjoy the build! Let me know what you think in the comments!