The 'Refillable Candle' series is a unique collection of candle holders, designed to make your own candles with rapeseed wax. The objects were designed by different designers, in honor of the 15th anniversary of Vij5. The basic idea is that you buy a candle holder once, which you can then keep using for a longer period of time by refilling it each time with rapeseed wax, a sustainable alternative to paraffin.
Antje Pesel created a handle for the refillable candle, inspired by old classic candlesticks and lanterns. With this handle, the candle can easily be mounted on the wall. With this, Antje gives the candle a special and clearly defined place, different from its more predictable place on the table. The design of both the glass and the handle is very minimalist and born from this function. Due to its symmetry, the handle can be used in two directions and the product can be adapted to different spaces.
A "refillable candle" is a mold/container that can be easily (re)filled with liquid candle wax to form a candle.
In 2021 Vij5 existed 15 years, therefore prior to DDW we invited all the designers we work with under the Vij5 collection to create a "refillable candle" Design. An overview of their unique Design was on display during DDW 2021 in the Vij5 showroom. The designers were given carte blanche, allowing their different handwriting to stand out in the final product. As a result, the exhibition showed a wide range of personal interpretations while forming an interesting unity, just like the Vij5 collection.