Neume
FSC-certified maple with digital print, electrical components / 2017 - ongoing 52 × 17 × 17The title Neume refers to early musical notation, where shapes suggest the rise and fall of a melody.
Learn more about Julie
- About
Julie Morringello is an independent designer and maker. In 2011, she founded Modernmaine, a studio focused on the creation of contemporary artist-made lighting. Julie’s work blends her knowledge of functional design and manufacturing processes with a love of materials, self-expression and expert craftmanship. Everything at Modernmaine is created in her studio on Deer Isle and necessary components are sourced as close to home as possible.
- Region
- Stonington, ME
- Website
- www.modernmaine.com
- www.instagram.com/modernmaine
- Website
- www.modernmaine.com
- Media
- Mixed media
- Professional Status
- Artist & designer
Portfolio
Woodhedron
FSC-certified maple, electrical components / 2012 - ongoing 17 × 19 × 19Woodhedron is an illuminated geometric wood sculpture.
Neume
FSC-certified maple with digital print, electrical components / 2017 - ongoing 52 × 17 × 17The title Neume refers to early musical notation, where shapes suggest the rise and fall of a melody.
Descending Dots
FSC-certified maple with digital print, electrical components / 2017 - ongoing 37 × 27 ×27Descending Dots is an illuminated sculpture made of stacked geometric forms, with colorful dots inspired by Isamu Noguchi.
The Orchid
FSC-certified western red cedar, brass hardware, electrical components / 2026 - ongoing 42 × 33 × 21The Orchid is a sculptural chandelier with articulated branches that can be repositioned, allowing users to create a their own composition.
Persimmon
FSC-certified maple, interior acrylic diffuser, electrical components / 2012 - ongoing 12 × 24 × 24The Persimmon is a sculptural pendant light designed for easy assembly. Its individual wood strips attach to a central acrylic core, which allows it to ship compactly, economically, and with a lower carbon footprint.
Gravitron
FSC-certified maple, electrical components / 2015 - ongoing 10 × 22 × 22The Gravitron pendant light takes its name from the spinning carnival ride where riders stick to the walls.
Faro Floor Lamp
FSC-certified aspen and western red cedar, electrical components / 2026 - ongoing 52 × 17 × 17The Faro floor lamp is a sculptural light inspired by the form and presence of a beacon.
Harlequin Drum Pendant
FSC-certified maple, electrical components / 2025 - ongoing 12 × 22 × 22The Harlequin is inspired the diamond-patterned costume of the classic dell’arte figure.
Pattypan
FSC-certified maple, acrylic hangers, nylon snaps, electrical components / 2016 - ongoing 10 × 38 × 38Lightweight in feeling but large in diameter, the Pattypan ships flat. It is easily assembled by snapping the wood blades to two central rings. No special tools are required and no additional wiring is necessary.