Iconic designer lamps

History of design

Haremos un repaso por las lámparas más representativas del último siglo creadas por los mejores diseñadores y que han marcado un estilo convirtiéndose en iconos de diseño.

The 5 most famous designer lamps in history

PH5 (1931) – Poul Henningsen

One of the most iconic designs in Danish design. This designer ceiling lamp consists of three shades, projecting light both downwards and to the sides, illuminating itself. After nearly 100 years, it still looks innovative.

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Anglepoise (1934) – George Carwardine

Easily recognized as the face of children’s films by Pixar, she is an icon of office furniture design . and one of the most famous designer lamps on television.

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AJ (1957) – Arne Jacobsen

Designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen by one of Denmark’s leading designers, this lamp is available in both floor and table versions. Its standout features include a rotating diffuser and an opening at the base for a lighter weight.

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Disa (1957) – José Antonio Corderch

One of the great designs by the Barcelona-based architect and designer was this long- famous floor lamp . This pumpkin-shaped lamp is made of thin wooden leaves held together by fasteners. A great design that has won numerous awards in different countries.

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Artichoke (1958) – Poul Henningsen

Inspired by the shape of an artichoke, it is composed of 72 blades that deflect and redirect light. It is currently one of the most replicated designs by various lighting companies. It is one of the best-known examples of Scandinavian design.

Besides being, of course, one of the most enduring designer ceiling lamps by famous designers and, in general, one of the most iconic designer lamps in history.

Iconic designer lamps.

Iconic lamps from famous designers

TMC (1961) – Miguel Milá

Designed for Santa & Cole, this is one of the designer’s most iconic pieces. It features a height-adjustable lampshade. Awarded the ADI FAD prize in 1961, it remains a piece that fits perfectly in a contemporary setting.

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Arc (1962) – Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Designed by the brothers for Flos, this lamp is one of the most recognized internationally, characterized by its curved structure and Carrara marble base . It stands out for the direct illumination it provides without the need for a ceiling light.

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Basket (1946) – Miguel Milá

With its oval shape and wooden structure , this piece is a lamp-object that can be placed on a table or on the floor.

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Nesso (1967) – Giancarlo Mattioli

An iconic lamp from the 1960s for Artemide. A design that combines fluid curves with the minimalist sensibility of timeless design.

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Flower Pot (1968) – Verner Panton

Composed of two opposing capsules in lacquered steel, this 70s design remains current.

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Atollo (1977) – Vico Magistretti

Its geometric shape, formed by a cylindrical cone and topped with a hemispherical shade made of Murano glass , was designed for the design firm Oluce and is one of the most important pieces of Italian design.

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Tolomeo (1987) – Michele de Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Designed for Artemide, this is one of the most popular designs currently available. It’s a very versatile lamp in terms of movement, thanks to its double-jointed rotating arm , which allows you to illuminate any point.

Iconic designer lamps.

Las lámparas de diseño más famosas de la TV y el cine 

La gran pantalla es un escenario perfecto para inspirarnos a la hora de crear los nuestros y hay escenas de películas mundialmente conocidas que justamente destacan por sus lámparas icónicas. 

Bourgie Kartell (2004) – Ferruccio Laviani

Una de las lámparas más famosas del cine es el modelo Bourgie, una lámpara de diseño italiano, creada para la firma Kartell, una firma también italiana. El estilo de esta lámpara que pudimos ver en la película “El diablo viste de Prada” es inconfundible y parte de tres patas cruzadas con una pantalla grande de estilo plisado. 

Lámparas de diseño icónicasKtribe (2005 /2007) – Philippe Starck

Ktribe es una colección de lámparas que el diseñador francés Philppe Starck creó para la firma Flos, de origen italiano. Es una de las obras más representativas del autor, pero no la única. Merece una especial mención porque los diseños, que se mezclan tanto con la tradición como con la modernidad y funcionalidad, han llegado a aparecer en muchas películas como “The Avengers, así como en la serie “The Killing”.

Lámparas de diseño icónicasKoi, Saturnia y Escape – LZF Lamps 

Estás tres series de lámparas icónicas más modernas se han vuelto populares por estar presentes en los decorados del programa televisivo “Master Chef”. Los diseños se caracterizan por ser artesanales y estar realizados con madera natural. También destacan por sus originales y particulares propuestas innovadoras.

Lámparas de diseño icónicas

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