DP Curates: 5 Dining Spaces Where Bamboo Lighting Leads With Woven Forms

A quiet material rebellion is underway in modern dining spaces where lustre is swapped for tactility. The gleam of glass, chrome and lacquer is giving way to the subdued richness of Bamboo. Its presence is purposeful and shapes the entire narrative. Statement lights made from this plant-based material have become omnipresent in modern interiors, as they bring a touch of both nature and sustainability. With its ability to bend, fold and curve into striking forms, bamboo has allowed contemporary designers to put authenticity and know-how back at the centre. The featured dining spaces are proof that statement bamboo lighting is not just a passing trend, but a design philosophy that is intentional. 

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1. A Thoughtful Reimagining Of Bamboo By Art Of Space

Bamboo, a symbol of soulful sustainability, brings more than just beauty, and it is evident in this Bali-inspired dining room in Raipur, where Principal Designer Ayesha Kansal of Art Of Space opts for tactility over shine. A custom-designed dining table with a sleek monolithic top and petal-shaped legs exudes elegance. But the true showstopper is the sculptural 6-foot-long bamboo chandelier reminiscent of dense, brooding clouds. It is intricately woven along with cane by a skilled craftsperson from Delhi using traditional techniques. “I chose to incorporate an honest material such as bamboo, not just for its beauty, but for everything it represents: sustainability, strength, and a deep connection with nature. Beyond its material charm, bamboo allowed us to explore unique weaving techniques and honour traditional skills of the local artisans,” shares Kansal. Another clever design feature here is the fluted door that mimics the appearance of bamboo but is made from flexi-ply coated in PU for long-term maintenance. It not only captures the spirit of bamboo but also showcases material innovation and craftsmanship within a refined, context-sensitive design solution.

2. Soft Geometry Of Bamboo By Studio Mestry

This dining nook in a Mumbai home is where nature isn’t just referenced, but revered. The eminent designers Akshaya Mestry and Sanshriti Mehta of Studio Mestry reimagine minimalism through textures. You’ll find no lustrous element here, but what you’ll find instead is a bespoke pair of bamboo light fixtures from Luuma lights in billowing organic forms, casting soft, dappled shadows on the lime-plastered walls. The hand-woven lights are unapologetically bold and celebrated for their resilience and flexibility. “We focused on creating a dining area with organic textures and natural materials,” says Mestry. “The bamboo light fixtures don’t just illuminate the room, they amplify its connection to nature.” Beneath them, a raw-edged solid wood dining table paired with a spindle-back side bench and upholstered chairs made of wood and woven rattan backs. The decor here is equally evocative of nature. A single dried palm leaf in a matte black vase complements the wallpapered arch in the backdrop, offering quite a nod to the tropics.

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3. A Bamboo-Lit Dining Room By The Auburn Studio

Rooted in the idea of modernity, this dining area in a Chennai home is so richly tactile, you’d instinctively want to run your hands over its textures as you stroll through. Designed by Sushmitha Ramesh, Founder and Principal Architect of The Auburn Studio, who consciously stepped away from reflective surfaces and opted for an earthy, evocative material palette. Taking the centre stage is a handwoven bamboo-cane light fixture that levitates ethereally like a halo over a bespoke dining table. “We were drawn to bamboo for its lightness, timeless appeal and the natural tactility it brings to the space,” says Ramesh. “To create the light fixture, we collaborated closely with the artisans of Bamboo Pecker, starting with a detailed 3D model of the form, and saw it brought to life with remarkable craftsmanship.” The woven bamboo offers a counterpoint to the deep tones of the slate floor and the hand-carved wooden wall that veils three doors. The result is a dining space rooted in warmth, organic fluidity and sophistication.

4. Symphony of Bamboo and Heritage By The Design Collaborative

Set within a lake-facing apartment in North Bangalore, this dining space, helmed by Founders and Principal Designers Ramitha Anand and Prashanth Patil of The Design Collaborative, offers a calming counterpoint to the city’s tech-saturated landscape through a tactile material palette of bamboo, cane and wood. Hovering above a solid wood dining table is a cluster of bamboo pendant lights sourced from D’tale Modern, which sets the room ablaze with its sculptural flair. It is made from thin slivers of bamboo, carefully bent, looped, and woven to form gentle organic shapes. “As designers, we are familiar with materials that age gracefully and feel lived-in. Choosing bamboo was a conscious decision rooted in both material authenticity and the homeowner’s deep love for this material”, Anand and Patil explain. The space is also layered with heritage and thoughtful intent. In the backdrop is a custom-carved ‘jharokha’ wooden frame made by the artisans of Rajasthan, inspired by the small jharokha windows seen in historic havelis. The chairs feature hand-woven fabric backrests, a detail inspired by traditional ‘charpais’ long used across North India for lounging and gathering. 

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5. Bamboo In Vertical Volumes By Deepal Parekh Design Studio

The Courtyard House’s dining room in Deolali, Maharashtra, brims with tactility as Founder and Creative Head Deepal Parekh of Deepal Parekh Design Studio crowns it with a cluster of bamboo lights suspended at irregular heights above a two-story dining space. Their organic shapes and varied silhouettes create a dynamic focal point that draws the eye upward. Handcrafted by the emerging Indian brand Habere India, these dangling lights not only provide a warm, ambient glow but also speak to the home’s earthy material palette and artisanal roots. “Bamboo naturally extends the material story of this home, rooted in simplicity and connection to nature. Therefore, placing this light fixture here feels not only appropriate but essential,” shares Parekh. Every detail transports you into a serene retreat, where lustre fades and textures of nature take over. At the heart of the space is a raw-cut live-edge wooden dining table customised by Meraki Arts, paired with a thoughtful mix of upholstered chairs and woven cane backs. The overall design style is rooted in a clear intent: to move away from gleam and favour materials that foster a quiet connection with nature.