Euroluce 2023: Highly Functional Modern Light Fixtures

With the “Bul-Bo” table lamp, Axolight pays homage to the iconic floor lamp designed by Gabetti and Isola over fifty years ago. This playful and functional lamp embodies the spirit of rebellion against conventional designs that marked the 1960s. The new version features contemporary materials and production processes while remaining faithful to the original design. It is a perfect example of how a design object can remain incredibly strong, non-conforming, free, and revolutionary even after five decades after its first edition.

"Airtek One" is the embodiment of the designer Edmondo Testaguzza personal research, aimed at defining a poetic dimension within the context of light system technologies. The "Airtek One" is aesthetically beautiful construction through pure subtraction, with a focus on the mechanics of the structural machine and the subtle tension along the wires and aluminum profiles. Testaguzza's many collaborations with Italian and international companies have resulted in innovative collections of modern light fixtures, and his partnership with Karman has led to the development of new creative languages and materials. "Airtek One" lighting system articulates itself freely in space. Every screw, joint, and mechanism in the aluminum profile exhibits the elegance of simplicity, while the mechanics of the structure combining with the mild tension along the smooth, shining metal profiles, results in a lovely lighting experience.

The "Turn It" lighting fixture by Karman is a stunning example of how light can seamlessly integrate into architecture and space. Designed by Rocco Este, this collection of modern light fixtures features a linear and light design that allows for different direct or reflected light configurations in any interior design project. The "Turn It" has a suspended beam that connects the walls, with a strip LED linear light bar encased in every profile. The bar can be rotated onto two end pivots. The suspension structure is modular and can be composed according to different combinations, with angle or linear joints, and additional floodlights can be added through a sliding system inside the profile.

Designer Matteo Ugolini drew inspiration from the beauty of nature creating a lighting fixture with a knurled metal bar painted white that resembles a blade of grass and a luminous spherical element in PVC that looks like a dewdrop. The lamp provides a soft and enveloping light that creates a serene and relaxing atmosphere. Inspired by the Chinese proverb "For each blade of grass, there is at least one drop of dew," designer Matteo Ugolini has achieved a minimal and elegant floor lamp that captures the essence of nature's wonders. As is known, his creations often bring nature closer to human life, emphasizing the importance of preserving our connection to it.

Olev introduced "Segmento", a flexible and versatile wall lamp. Its unique design features two cylindrical bases connected by a thin, flexible flap in steel, which houses the LED light source. The result is an indirect and comfortable light that can be adjusted to the user's preferences. For individuals who enjoy design experimentation, "Segmento" is ideal since it lets you to make your own distinctive lighting installation on the walls of your house or office. With its flexible rod, you may create unrestricted compositions that can be mounted on corner walls, crossed, or overlapped. With "Segmento," the possibilities are truly endless.

"Berlin" is a beautiful lighting fixture designed by Christophe Pillet, debuting at Euroluce 2023. The lamp comes in two versions - floor-standing and suspended, with two and four diffusers respectively. The metal ring diffusers in the floor-standing and suspended versions of the lamp can rotate 360°, providing versatile lighting options. "Berlin" offers a sophisticated aesthetic, with an art deco-inspired anodized brass finish and a more contemporary look in matte black. This lamp allows users to adjust the position and direction of lights to suit their personal needs. Its sand-blasted wired glass diffuser provides both direct and diffused LED light, making it an ideal addition to any modern interior.

"Atollo" is an Italian design icon and a timeless decorative lamp, created by Vico Magistretti. With its cylinder, cone, and half-sphere elements, "Atollo" transformed the classic table lamp representation, winning the Compasso d'Oro award. It is available in three sizes and different finishes, including the new satin black nickel finish, which exudes a strong character and rigorous aesthetics. Equipped with a dimmable lighting system, "Atollo" provides direct and reflected light, making it a versatile addition to any space. This composition of simple geometric shapes is enhanced by the extraordinary balance of proportions and elegant materials.

Victor Vasilev’s "Dancing Queen" is a suspended lamp that blurs the lines between function and art. The lamp features ten adjustable spotlights of different diameters, arranged around a central horizontal body that encloses the LED light source. The result is a flexible and decorative lighting structure that resembles a suspended sculpture. The irregular design of the cylinders adds an intricate decorative element to the lamp. "Dancing Queen" is available in two color variants: matt black and glossy grey, and offers different lighting configurations suitable for various domestic scenarios. It is a wonderful addition to any interior due to its clean lines, modern finishes, and excellent lighting.

"Iride" is a collection of suspended modern light fixtures designed by Bellucci Mazzoni Progetti for Oluce, made entirely of metal and featuring minimalist lines and a low-profile silhouette. "Iride" comes in two sizes and provides a uniform diffusion of light with visual comfort for any room. The central opaline glass diffuser adds personality to the minimalist dome and softens the light that reflects from the lampshade. This interior lamp has a drop-shaped design that complements any home interior and is available in a total white or two-colored version: reflective white inside, and black or glossy red outside. 

The "Calamaio" desk lamp by Oluce is a very functional lighting fixture designed by Cervellieri, Di Lorenzo, and Montini. Made entirely of metal, the lamp is composed of two slender cylindrical stems connected by a pivot, with a LED light source positioned at the end of the lamp to create a directed light beam, and its body is fixed to a spherical element resting on a circular base, allowing it to rotate widely. Thanks to this, the lamp can be easily adjusted to provide directed light in any direction. Its contemporary lines, pure and essential forms, and bold color options in scarlet red, mustard yellow, and satin black nickel, make "Calamaio" perfect for any workspace.

The Davide Groppi brand has presented a collection of modern light fixtures at Euroluce 2023 that embody purity, transparencies, sparkles, and irony. Groppi's philosophy is evident in every new lamp, where each detail is carefully crafted to thrill and surprise, offering a unique and never-before-seen lighting experience.

UTOPIA

"Utopia" is a wall lamp that brings an element of mystery and abstraction to any space. With its dimmable light strip that bends and twists, it creates a unique play of light that is mesmerizing and captivating.

"Hazard" is an outdoor lamp that embodies the beauty of unfinished design, bringing poetry to the wilderness. Its diffuse light creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, while its simplicity and rawness make it an excellent choice for outdoor spaces.

"Post Prandium”, also a rechargeable table lamp, is the love child of Groppi's desire for designing as little as possible, taking what already exists. This wireless version of a previous project is a beautiful expression of his love for the ready-made.

Flos, one of the most innovative and cutting-edge lighting brands, has once again amazed us with its latest novelties presented at Euroluce 2023. Their new stand concept, composed of capsules, has led visitors on an exciting journey to discover the modern light fixtures that will soon be available for your interior design projects. With a mix of works of both new designers and long-time collaborators, Flos showcased a diverse range of new lighting fixtures, among which "Workmates", "Emi", and "Bilboquet".

WORKMATES

"Workmates" is Flos Architectural's new workspace solution that offers a sleek and modern range of luminaires. The family includes suspension, ceiling, track, and floor designs that cater to all requirements of task lighting. Each fixture has state-of-the-art technology that emits light upwards and downwards, creating an optimum environment for well-being in the workplace.

Erwan Bouroullec's "Emi" is the perfect blend of innovations and quality designed for residential spaces. The luminaire creates light from shadow, thanks to Flos' new technology. The invisible light sources reflect light off any surface they encounter, while the body remains dark. The result is the utmost visual comfort in terms of contemporary design and geometry.

"Bilboquet" is a fun lamp designed by Philippe Malouin, who was inspired by a 16th-century French ball game and magnetic ball joints in the creation of it. The fully adjustable fixture is available in Sage, Tomato, or Linen all-over colorways, making it an excellent addition to any room that requires a touch of personality.

In the midst of the exciting modern light fixtures presented at Euroluce 2023, Vibia's latest collection stands out with its innovative and captivating designs.

Designed by Víctor Carrasco, the "Out" lighting fixture is intended to illuminate outdoor spaces in a truly captivating way. With its graceful and resilient construction, "Out" is distinguished by its high arching rod, reminiscent of a flower bending under the weight of its petals.  Despite this unique decorative feature that definitely adds a touch of elegance the fixture also is allowed to sway gently with the wind with remaining anchored by a solid cement base. Thus, "Out" is a perfect fusion of natural inspiration and structural integrity. The aesthetic appeal of "Out" is further enhanced by its matte finish, which lends a gentle and tender quality to the overall design. The fixture is available in six earthy and natural tones, adding warmth and harmony to any outdoor setting. This versatile range of colors allows for seamless integration with various architectural styles and outdoor décors.

Combining softness, romance, and geometric elegance, "Out" is the ideal lighting option for outdoor coworking areas and communal spaces. Its slender and egalitarian structure exudes an ethereal magnetism, while the light cone brings zenithal illumination al fresco. It offers a poetic response to the growing global trend of transitioning indoor activities to the outdoors. 

In the words of designers Ludovica+Roberto Palomba, the "Dama" line skillfully unites innovation and heritage by expertly fusing the fanciful allure of luminaire lamps with the refinement of contemporary lighting design. Simple yet exquisite, the "Dama" lighting fixture boasts a delicate aluminum structure that frames its cylindrical shade with precision. The paper diffuser appears to float effortlessly in space, thanks to the lightweight design. Within the lampshade, a circular LED light source provides a 360-degree ambient glow, casting a warm and welcoming light in all directions. Designed with user-friendliness in mind, "Dama" offers easy installation, intuitive operation, and maximum versatility. Equipped with smart capabilities and dimming control, this luminaire allows users to effortlessly customize the ambiance to their preferences, enabling them to define the perfect mood for any occasion.

Designed by the celebrated Sebastian Herkner, "Class" elegantly combines the aesthetic of a patio light with the functional performance of a bollard light, creating a uniquely charming ambiance. Its vertical metal structure gracefully curves at its peak, embracing the translucent tube with gentle precision. The borosilicate glass tube, adorned with soft waves, adds a touch of visual poetry to the overall composition. As the light radiates through the structured glass, it casts a beautifully patterned glow on the facade, the terrace, and the verdant greenery, creating a harmonious interplay between light and shadow. Unlike traditional garden lighting fixtures that silently blend into their environment, "Class" proudly stands as a centerpiece, demanding attention.

Designed by Martín Azúa, these modern light fixtures effortlessly blend into its surroundings, seamlessly integrating with the natural elements of any garden or patio. During the day, "Dots Outdoor" easily masquerade as a stone, nestling discreetly among the undergrowth or potted plants. They become a hidden gem, waiting to reveal their true brilliance as the night falls. When illuminated, they emits a low, diffuse, or focused glow, creating a captivating ambiance. What makes these modern light fixtures truly remarkable is their ability to keep the light source invisible from almost any angle, adding an element of mystery and intrigue.

Compact and diminutive in size, "Dots Outdoor" offer endless possibilities for exterior low-lighting needs. They can be planted as single shining stars, casting a soft glow in the darkness, or combined with other lamps to create a celestial medley of lights, illuminating the outdoor space.

Each luminaire of "Dots Outdoor" is meticulously crafted with a rounded opening, which serves as a reflection point for the internal light source. This creates a captivating halo of ambient light, resembling a radiant crown. The opposite side of the fixture is closed, allowing the designer to manipulate the direction and intensity of the light, ensuring the perfect balance and desired effect.

"Spa" is a true gem among the modern light fixtures unveiled at Euroluce 2023. Designed by the renowned duo Ramos & Bassols, this luminaire is the perfect lighting solution for any wellness space.

"Spa" offers an adaptable system of linear LEDs that unlocks endless compositional possibilities. Its design is characterized by a single aluminum support that separates each luminaire from the wall, creating a sense of weightlessness and essentiality. The polycarbonate diffuser features a subtle fluting effect, allowing dense light to taper out from the center towards the edges of the strip, providing intense illumination without any glare. The smoothness of its materiality and the linearity of its grooves beautifully contrast with the matte texture of the aluminum casing, which is available in a range of finishings to suit diverse interior aesthetics.

From public dressing rooms, restaurants, and spas to private kitchens, corridors, and bathrooms, "Spa" seamlessly integrates with its surroundings, providing linear lighting that enhances the professional and elegant atmosphere.