10 Innovative Lighting Trends Worth Attention

With Konstantin Tsypelov, we tell you what new and innovative things Russian and foreign designers have created in the field of lighting.

Konstantin Tsypelov — EXPERT LIGHTING, FOUNDING PARTNER OF THE BRIGHT BURO LIGHTING DESIGN STUDIO

Soiree

"Ordinariness hides beauty, look at things from different angles," — that would be the epigraph I'd choose for the new series of Soiree lamps.

When designing these lamps, Delta Light designers were inspired by the play of light and shadow in architecture, sculpture, and everyday objects. Due to the interaction between round and square elements of the suspension, a diffused warm light is created in the room. It should be noted that even when turned off, the lamps look like art objects and add style and texture to the interior.

Both versions, square and round, are available in two sizes and two colors — black and unique Delta Light Flemish Gold.

Siren

Lighting is similar to jewelry making: the market demands much more from it than from furniture or tableware. A sofa can be simple, like a simple elegant dress. But lighting should be fascinating!

A statement by Russian designer Dima Loginov best describes his new collection of Siren lamps (Siren), released in collaboration with Czech manufacturer Preciosa Lighting. The collection made its debut in Paris at the Maison & Objet 2018 exhibition.

Magma Light

The Magma Light lamp is the result of a joint effort between Mexican EWE Studio and Nouvel Studio glassblowers.

To create a composition of 11 glowing objects, the creators manually carved their prototypes from real volcanic stone.

The base of the lamp is made of blackened steel and brass — precisely this combination with colored glass creates a realistic effect of molten lava.

Come Together

In 1999, Artemide factory was already producing one of the first portable table lamps Sui: "18 compact LEDs on batteries. A real revolution," — it was a kind of breakthrough at the time.

In 2018, Artemide launched the autonomous table lamp Come Together designed by Karotta De Bevilacqua: "Ideal light and up to 16 hours of operation without recharging. A new revolution 2.0." This lamp is not only a design icon, but also another example of Artemide's know-how and innovative developments.

It’s worth noting: 1.2 W — 16 hours of operation; 2.4 W — 8 hours; 3.6 W — 4 hours, and that’s with its 400 grams weight. Besides, just look how stylish it is.

Uhuh, Purr & Noot Noot

Meet: the series of table lamps "Owl, Rabbit and Penguin" designed by master Marcel Vandersa. Round and elegant lamps made of frosted glass with shiny golden elements. Such a company fits perfectly into any interior regardless of the surrounding environment.

Maicon

The studio Fisionarte created the Maicon lamp with a water ripple effect, which is a glowing disc mounted at three points on a metal structure. The light passes through a transparent glass hemisphere via a white diffuser, appearing to wave and shimmer.

Maicon is available in both table lamp and pendant versions.

Gaku

The Gaku lamp module (meaning "frame" in Japanese) is conceived as something between an accessory and a piece of furniture.

The hanging lamp with adjustable cable length hangs from the frame, and its wireless version features inductive charging: the lampshade can be moved freely if lighting is needed elsewhere. Accessories like balls, vases, mirrors and stands are attached magnetically and securely held inside the frame.

The entire structure creates a light installation, a set of minimalist figures that can be easily combined like rearranging items in a miniature room interior.

Photo: Oku Sato, founder of the Nendo design studio

Mygdal Plantlight

Nui Studio has created the Mygdal Plantlight with its own internal ecosystem, inside which plants can thrive without watering or natural light.

All lamps in this series are unique: each has its own plant, hand-blown glass casing and specially developed LED bulb. When the light is on, photosynthesis begins in the leaves. When the light is off, the plant lives off the oxygen it received before. The lamp’s casing is sealed and no external environmental factors affect the plant.

Wherever you hang this lamp, it will not only provide warmth but also make the space more eco-friendly.

Favo Light Cell

The Favo Light Cell design studio Sattler construction is made of any number of six-lamp modules that connect to each other. The system can be used in all spaces where individual lighting solutions are required, whether it's a straight line, rhombus, or any other freeform shape — Favo Light Cell can be easily adapted to any architectural concept.

Due to its light weight and convenient mounting, installation and assembly of the lamps is simple and fast.

Felix

Remember the funny monkeys and mice with light bulbs in their paws? All these projects are a bold approach to the creativity of Seletti designers and Studio job. And here’s the long-awaited addition to the collection.

The lamp prototype was based on a real cat of one of the studio’s employees — designers replicated every detail.

The Felix lamp is available in three versions: black, white and spotted. The straight-up tail is a sign of feline relaxation and reveals the USB port and gold dimmer.