About Us
Illumina Design began with one person’s passion for well-designed, well-made art, and a wish to share it.
The story
Born in Perth, Sally Harding spent many years living and working overseas. It gave her the chance to see and handle unusual and beautiful pieces from many different cultures, and she began collecting ceramics, sculpture and art with striking design and superior workmanship.
Back in Australia, Sally started designing and crafting her own original pieces in wood, glass and ceramics. That work became Illumina Design, a business bringing unique and beautiful pieces to people who love them.
Sally works closely with expert craftsmen to create the urns found under the Illumina name. Each piece is made by hand with an artist’s care, so each has its own character.
The craft
Hand-made glass tiles are set into a smooth steel form. Every urn is plated in 18ct gold or 925 sterling silver and finished with a polished heart, so the colour of the glass becomes a tribute to the person it holds.
The vision
Sally’s vision is to see Illumina’s work bring light to homes, gardens, churches and cemeteries: an explosion of colour in the places where comfort and inspiration matter most.
