Downtown Design
redazione 7/04/2025

Focus on Lighting

Lamps that enhance light, between nature and architecture. Poetic shapes and materials create a perfect balance between design and lighting

Light speaks and, through lamps, indulges and stimulates its interactions with space. The new collections, inspired by nature or the rigor of architecture, explore shapes and materials that enhance light emission. From architectural volumes to fluid volumes to poetic and brilliant compositions, each piece invites you to get carried away, where design and light come together in perfect balance.

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/A03 | MDW25: Corso Monforte 19
Criosfera (on cover), the brainchild of Giulia Foscari for Artemide, blends design and science, drawing inspiration from Antarctic glacial core drilling. Previewed at Euroluce 2025 in its pendant version, it is made of recycled blown glass to promote awareness of climate change. Its optical core refracts light, mimicking polar ice layers, while the handcrafted cylinder with irregular thickness amplifies the luminous effect. LED technology ensures uniform light diffusion, with hidden sources. The design features three laser-cut structures inspired by ice analysis instruments, minimizing material waste. A minimalist aluminum base supports the cylindrical glass diffuser, with undulating layers surrounding the optical core, creating a warm, inviting light. Ideal for living rooms, studios and commercial spaces.

Frakki by Venini, design Michele De Lucchi

Frakki by Venini, design Michele De Lucchi

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/C19 | MDW25: Via Monte Napoleone 10
Frakki is the new modular lighting collection designed by Michele De Lucchi that embodies a perfect fusion of iconic design and Murano glassmaking mastery. Born from the collaboration between De Lucchi’s distinctive architectural style and Venini‘s historic glassmaking expertise, Frakki offers remarkable expressive versatility. The central element of this collection is the “shingle,” a glass module inspired by De Lucchi’s explorations of fluid surfaces. These textured, diamond-patterned glass tiles are made using the “fracco” technique, creating vibrant reflections and a magical play of light. Available in narrow and wide variations, the tiles enable dynamic installations that redefine space. Frakki’s modular design supports endless configurations, from illuminated walls to dramatic pendants and table lamps, enriching any room with elegance. This collection not only showcases the timeless art of Murano, but also introduces customized and innovative lighting solutions that are perfectly suited to exclusive environments, confirming Venini’s commitment to innovation and craftsmanship.

Damina by Zafferano, design Zafferano Lampes-à-porter

Damina by Zafferano, design Zafferano Lampes-à-porter

Halley by Stilnovo, design Richard Sapper - Art Director Russo Sgarbossa - Photo © Mattia Balsamini

Halley by Stilnovo, design Richard Sapper – Art Director Russo Sgarbossa – Photo © Mattia Balsamini

EUROLUCE: Hall 10/B05 | MDW25: Via Fatebenefratelli 23
Damina by Zafferano, a compact version of the Dama lamp, offers wireless lighting with a modern design. Made of painted die-cast aluminum, its IP65 rating ensures its durability both indoors and outdoors. A rechargeable lithium battery powers the lamp, with easy contact charging. Available in white, black, red and gray, Damina adds elegance to any space. A touch button adjusts light intensity and temperature, with options of 2200, 2700 or 3000 K. With a height of 19 cm.

MDW25: Via Boccaccio 15/A
Halley
by Stilnovo blends iconic design with the most current functionality. Originally conceived by designer Richard Sapper, it reflects early experimentation with LEDs. Named after the famous comet, Halley has a balanced, orbit-like motion facilitated by 16 LED chips in a celestial head. With six 360-degree joints, it offers smooth 3D movement. A proximity dimmer allows effortless control, turning on and adjusting brightness with a simple hand gesture.

Shift by Lodes, design Marco Piva

Shift by Lodes, design Marco Piva

EUROLUCE: Hall 10/C21 | MDW25: Via della Moscova 33
Shift is the new Lodes wall lamp, designed with Studio Marco Piva. It is inspired by the clean and rigorous lines of contemporary architecture, but softens its volumes thanks to its slightly rounded corners. The completely black internal structure emphasizes the power of the light beam and unifies the emission and quality of light.

Cantabrina by Italamp, design Stefano Traverso

Cantabrina by Italamp, design Stefano Traverso

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/D04
Cantabrina by Stefano Traverso for Italamp is more than a simple suspension lamp; it is a real piece of furniture, capable of telling stories. Inspired by the essential silhouette of the straw, the glass body features two glossy white glass diffusers at the ends, with an LED source inside that diffuses a soft, uniform light.

Berlin by Oluce, design Christophe Pillet

Berlin by Oluce, design Christophe Pillet

Liiu by Luceplan, design VANTOT

Liiu by Luceplan, design VANTOT

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/C20
Oluce‘s Berlin reading lamp, but in an outdoor version: a new version of an existing model, with a geometric and essential line that blends into any landscape. The diffuser is adjustable, with a 180° rotation in a horizontal direction. There are two color variants: a completely ivory version and one with a base, black stem and English green shade.

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/D04
Liiu design VANTOT for Luceplan is a suspension lamp system that is lightweight and flexible. The basic structure consists of electrified metal cables anchored to the ceiling and held in constant tension by counterweights. The lamp bodies are positioned on the ropes, thanks to the two very light arms that hold the lighting head and feature a terminal spiral.

Niveo by Lasvit, design Jan Plecháč

Niveo by Lasvit, design Jan Plecháč

EUROLUCE: Hall 6/C39
Lasvit presents Niveo, a new lighting collection by Czech designer Jan Plecháč. Inspired by the ephemeral beauty of hail, the collection includes numerous luminous objects: from linear chandeliers to compositions with one, three, or five points of light, to a spherical table lamp.

Controvento by Contardi

Alma by Contardi, design Controvento

EUROLUCE: Hall 06/A24 | MDW25: Corso Monforte 20
The Alma collection, created by Controvento for Contardi, combines two timeless classics: the fabric lampshade and the blown glass bubble in which it is immersed. The innovative lampshade technology integrates LEDs directly into the structure, completely concealing the light source.

Corallo by Euroluce

Corallo by Euroluce

EUROLUCE: Hall 04/D29
Corallo by Euroluce is reminiscent in shape of coral islands, the luster of the crystal recalls the sparkle of waters warmed by sunlight. The structure is handcrafted, diamond-effect glass discs are hand ground. It is suitable for fine costum solutions with great visual effect.

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