About Empty
 

Empty Lamps started with the intrigue of the carbon filament bulbs. Whilst working as an electrician on a renovation in Red Hill, Brisbane, the client had combined old and new materials throughout the house for a very alternative look. We spray painted the classic Clipsal BC Batten Holder black and it was recessed into a black ceiling. Basically all to see was the feature filament bulbs. Empty Lamps first design was a basic cube housing a spray painted black batten holder, holding a very soft and warm filament bulb. This idea expanded into a variety of geometric type shapes with knowledge and help given from a carpenter father and a cabinet maker friend.

Murray Thorpe is the designer and manufacturer behind Empty Lamps. A licenced electrician with a love for timber and creating. Taking inspiration from architecture, art, shadows, the natural world and various forms of woodwork. Thorpe works to create his own style. Bespoke pieces fit for purpose and good vibes. Murray is an electrician by trade but has worked a variety of jobs throughout his adult career.

Empty Lamps is a glimpse into the creative side of Murray. He also writes his own music & contributes guitar for a local Brisbane band “Infamous Poets”. Self taught for over 15 years, Murray hopes to record and release more music in the years to come. He also enjoys landscape & portrait photography. Combining the love of the natural world and architecture, he creates art that melds the two with often un-natural colour palettes.

All lights are in accordance with Australian & New Zealand Standards and use quality certified products. 

PLEASE NOTE: Timber is a natural living product. This means no two pieces are the same and colours can vary.