Lamps are no longer just lighting fixtures. In addition to their functionality, they play a much greater role, as they have significant decorative power. Even planning the lighting of a space requires expertise, while choosing the right lamp for a particular room and making sure it harmonizes with the colours and furniture is no simple…

At university, we were taught that a true home has a soul. A concept, a way of thinking, a message. It expresses the ideas, emotions and views of the people who live there. A true home is a symbol. A place of safety. A refuge. A statement of who we are. At university, we were…

You can read the original version of the article here. Colours, design, decisions… this is how the creative process begins at the Explore workshop, a small but growing business born out of passion: a love for creativity, environmental responsibility, interior design and unique home décor pieces. We are honoured to be given a glimpse into…

My Énidő lampshade is featured in a Romanian-language article published in Ghidul stilurilor – Modern retro #3 – Modern Retro online. You can see it here!

EXPLORER LAMPS – AN INTERVIEW WITH KINCSŐ KÁDÁR – HARGITA NÉPE Kincső Kádár’s lamps are bringing light and joy to more and more homes. I call her handcrafted creations “Explorer lamps”, while she uses the English word “Explore”. Both names are fitting, as her lamps bring a special sense of brightness and cheerfulness into a…

KOLOZSVÁR RADIO – How can traditional folk motifs be combined with modern forms, and how can they be given a new lease of life in the form of paper lampshades? We talked about this, among other things, with Kincső Kádár, the creator of Explore Lamps, on the programme 1001 Ideas. I really enjoyed this conversation.…

I’ve often mentioned why we affectionately call my products “scientific lamps.” From the 10-minute mark, you can hear how I found my way to making lamps. I took a playful look at terms such as craft, design, DIY, handmade and other trendy concepts. I also highly recommend the insightful talks by the other speakers. The…

RADIO FREE EUROPE – The woman creating near Miercurea Ciuc hand-sands each of her lamps and decorates them with unique motifs. During the pandemic, online orders helped her workshop experience a significant increase in business. ONLINE ORDERS HELPED DURING COVID You can watch the video here.

In this feature, I mainly talk about recycling and how it is put into practice in the workshop. Thank you for reaching out to me. I’m always happy to talk about the things that currently inspire and engage me. I warmly invite you to discover the Explore lamps from 11:20 onwards. You can watch the…

Machines, tools, various materials, a lathe inherited from her husband’s family, and a beautifully arranged space for creativity. Beautiful handmade lamps line the walls and hang from the ceiling: this is the workshop of Kincső Kádár, located in the centre of Csíkszépvíz, in a renovated traditional farmhouse. These lamps are special not only because of…