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Carlos Mello Lighting

Portuguese, b. 1997

Carlos Mello is the founder and head designer of MainGUILTY, a Portuguese design studio that sits at the intersection of product design and art. With a background deeply rooted in industrial craftsmanship, Mello focuses on transforming raw materials—particularly cork, wood, and metal—into functional collectibles. His creative process, often driven by his "UnderPressure" methodology, prioritizes experimental textures and organic forms. He frequently utilizes upcycling techniques to repurpose industrial byproducts, ensuring that his furniture and sculptural pieces maintain a distinct, tactile quality suitable for curated interiors.

Mello’s work has recently gained visibility through significant international and public projects. He was selected to represent Portuguese design at Expo 2025 Osaka with his "Wave of Connections" installation, a project emphasizing sustainable material use and cultural heritage. His portfolio also includes public sculpture, such as the commemorative piece commissioned for AEMinho in Ponte de Lima. An active participant in the European design circuit, Mello has exhibited at major trade shows like Decorex London and was recently recognized with the "Entrepreneurial Generation" award at the Mobis Gala.

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Creator: Carlos Mello
Aurora Sculptural Glass Chandelier by MainGUILTY in Fused Green & Purple Glass
Aurora Sculptural Glass Chandelier by MainGUILTY in Fused Green & Purple Glass

Aurora Sculptural Glass Chandelier by MainGUILTY in Fused Green & Purple Glass

By Carlos Mello

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The Aurora Chandelier by MainGUILTY is a contemporary sculptural lighting fixture inspired by the celestial phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis, named in 1619 by Galileo Galilei after ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Carlos Mello Lighting

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Glass, Art Glass

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