We're trying to hire local artisans as often as possible. It is not uncommon to have discrepancies between the original design and the result.
In the case of those outdoor lights, much is lost in translation so it is taking a while to get what we have in mind. We welcome the idiosyncrasies of craftsmanship but we are reluctant to accept them when they look like mistakes or are signs of boredom.
We've received a second version of the outdoor light fixture.
Frankly, it's not much different than the first one (on the left).
We asked for a handmade hinge but we got the same riveted off the shelf version.
This time, not properly aligned.
Since it is possible to change the bulb without moving the flap, we're simplifying the design and asking the artisan to weld the flap, slightly recessed, to the body of the fixture.
One positive about the locals is that they are pretty reactive. A few minutes later we get the updated design.
It's going in the right direction. We're finding common ground...
A few minutes later we are presented with what becomes the final design. This handmade artefact integrates well with the vibe of our project.
Somewhat related -- we might adapt this light fixture from the movie 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' for a bathroom.
