Klove Studio: Of Silent Geometries and Sacred Volumes
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For nearly two decades, Klove Studio has explored light as a language of emotion and atmosphere. Founded by Prateek Jain and Gautam Seth, the New Delhi-based practice has become one of India’s most distinctive voices in contemporary lighting, known for sculptural installations that merge ancient craft with modern expression. Their work is rooted in handblown glass, but each collection expands the possibilities of the medium, drawing from architecture, mythology, geometry and the quiet depth of Indian material culture.
In this Designeers interview, Prateek and Gautam reflect on the role of intuition in their creative process, their collaborations with traditional artisans, and the ways in which light can hold memory, movement and spirit. From monumental installations to intimate bespoke pieces, Klove Studio continues to push the boundaries of what lighting can communicate. Their approach is both poetic and precise, bringing a sense of ritual, presence and sensory clarity into the spaces they illuminate.
Words: designeers
NOVEMBER 2025
WEBSITE: klovestudio.com
INSTAGRAM: @klove.studio
DESIGNEERS
Klove’s work bridges design, sculpture, and emotion. How did your story begin?
klove studio
Klove started with a simple idea to bring emotion into design. We began working with glass, and gradually, we started using light to bring those pieces to life. Over time, that became the essence of what we do: creating sculptures with blown glass and metal and using light to transform them into something more. What began as an experiment in material and form has grown into a way for us to tell stories and create experiences that connect people.
DESIGNEERS
For interior designers, light can make or break an atmosphere. What are your guiding principles when introducing light into a space, and what mistakes do you most often see?
klove studio
We have been designing lights for over two decades. So we understand that lighting is never just functional; it is deeply personal. It reflects who you are, how you live, and what you need from a space at different moments. We like to create environments that are layered and inviting. Soft, diffused glows, handcrafted pieces, and small pockets of shadow bring depth and warmth, letting the light do most of the storytelling.
When introducing light, we also pay close attention to how it interacts with materials around, the way it reflects off brushed metal, filters through glass, or rests softly on velvet. Every surface changes how the light feels.
A common mistake we see is when lighting is treated as an afterthought, added only for function and not emotion. Light should be designed as part of the space’s soul, just like texture, scent, and sound, to make the atmosphere truly come alive.
Fresh Blossom Chandelier
Onion Artichoke Chandelier
DESIGNEERS
You often speak of sacred geometries. How do proportion and mathematical harmony inform your chandeliers and installations, especially when scaling them to suit different interiors?
klove studio
Sacred geometry is at the heart of how we design. We draw inspiration from Indian symbolism, cultural iconography, and patterns we find in nature forms that feel familiar and instinctively balanced. These proportions and shapes carry a natural harmony, and we use them to guide how our chandeliers and installations take form.
Whether it is a large-scale piece or something small and intimate, the idea remains the same. To create designs that feel grounded and in rhythm with their surroundings. The geometry helps us maintain that sense of balance and proportion, so every piece, no matter the size, feels complete.
DESIGNEERS
You frequently work with architects and interior designers on bespoke pieces. What makes for a successful collaboration, and what do you wish more designers understood when commissioning lighting?
klove studio
A successful collaboration begins with openness. Many people come to us with preconceived ideas, and that actually helps. It gives us a base to build on. From there, the process becomes a melting pot of their vision and our design expertise and craftsmanship.
What truly makes it work is trust and a shared curiosity. Every collaboration is a chance to learn, grow, and expand our horizons, and that is what keeps us evolving as designers and creators. Lighting is an emotional and functional part of a space. We wish more designers saw it as something to be shaped early in the process, not added at the end. When that happens, the outcome feels more cohesive and thoughtful.
Lily Chandelier
Sakura
Art Deco Chandelier
“Sacred geometry is at the heart of how we design. We draw inspiration from Indian symbolism, cultural iconography, and patterns we find in nature forms that feel familiar and instinctively balanced.”
klove studio
DESIGNEERS
Your work reflects an Indian sensibility without being traditional. How do you achieve this balance, and how can interior designers bring a sense of cultural depth without falling into cliché?
klove studio
For us, design is about understanding where we come from. Our work draws from Indian sensibilities like the forms, symbols, and materials we have grown up with, but we reinterpret them in a way that feels contemporary. We focus on the essence, not the ornamentation.
To bring cultural depth without falling into cliché, it helps us to look deeper into meaning rather than surface decoration. We recommend the use of elements that tell a story or evoke a feeling, not just what looks ‘Indian.’ When design comes from a place of authenticity and curiosity, it naturally feels rooted yet modern, and that is where true balance lies.
DESIGNEERS
In an era of fast design, your work feels timeless. How do you approach sustainability, whether through craftsmanship, materials, or the emotional durability of a piece?
klove studio
For us, sustainability starts with creating something that lasts both in form and feeling. We focus on craftsmanship, practical design, and materials that age well. Our pieces are made to add value to a space over time rather than chase trends or short attention spans.
We always come back to the idea of relevance, making lights that feel evergreen, not temporary. If a piece continues to evoke emotion and function beautifully years later, that is true sustainability to us.
Dive Chandelier
Opulent Chandeliers
DESIGNEERS
Where next would you like to see your lighting pieces installed?
klove studio
There are so many places we would love to see our lights come alive like Hampi, Qutub Minar, Rameshwaram or Meenakshi temple.
DESIGNEERS
Dream designer collaboration?
klove studio
We recently created a Scarecrow installation for a retail residency in Goa called noun, using recycled materials found around our factory. With our collectibles brand collektklove, we are gearing up for a special Christmas collection! Plus, we are expanding our reach, so keep an eye out for collektklove in your cities. We are looking at you, Goa, Hyderabad, and Mumbai!
Linear Freyja Chandelier
