Sammode lights the Olympic Torch at the Design Parade in Hyères

Sammode was delighted and honoured to take part in the Design Parade at the Villa Noailles in Hyères from 27 to 30 June, lighting the Olympic Torch designed by Mathieu Lehanneur, which was on display in the Templar Tower.

‘Designing the Games Torch is a designer's dream. A once-in-a-lifetime dream, like a miraculous encounter with History. As ritualistic as it is magical, the Torch is a mythical object. A symbol of cohesion and sharing, it is the real key to the Games. It will travel thousands of kilometres, passed from hand to hand, on land and at sea. For Paris 2024, and for the first time in its history, it plays on perfect symmetry to speak to us more clearly about equality. I wanted it to be extremely pure, iconic and almost essential. As simple as a hyphen and as fluid as a flame’. - Mathieu Lehanneur.

© Felipe Ribon

The iconic Brueghel luminaire has been chosen to highlight this universal symbol. The Design Parade remains a not-to-be-missed event for design and architecture enthusiasts.

Together, let's continue to celebrate innovation, design and excellence.