Nine Table Lamps

I feel such a difference when I walk into my living room when it’s lit with just one bright ceiling light overhead, as apposed to it being well lit at various places around the room; a couple of table lamps, a floor lamp in the corner beside the couch and the ceiling lamp above on a dim.

Good lighting is so important to create an inviting ambience and it also doubles up as decoration. There are so many stunning designs out there from iconic classics to the latest creations. It’s great to play around with them, and not take them too seriously.

Today I chose nine table lamps to share with you that I love:

Top row from left to right

Torch Light – design by Sylvain Willenz for Established & Sons 2008

Completely versatile, the lamp and cord comes in a variety of colours. You can bunch them together, hang one or more over a hook or just have a stand-alone, resting on a table.  With the Torch Light, you’re sure to make a statement.

Cobra Table lamp design by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce 1968

Of the nine lamps here, the Cobra is one out of two of my all time favourites. This 20^th century icon would bring elegance to any space. Another versatile lamp, as it can twist around to resemble none other than a cobra!

Tab T – design by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby for Flos 2007

Sleek and elegant in design, the Tab T is a small, minimalistic  lamp that would look gorgeous on a desk or table.

Middle row from left to right

The Fork Lampshade – Diesel in association with Foscarini – 2009

Fashion brand, Diesel and major lamp manufacturer, Foscarini have come together to create this casual, fun, yet very serious piece of design.  It can be orientated 360° and the stand is also flexible, allowing the lamp to be used in different situations.

Atollo lamp design by Vico Magistretti for Oluce 1977

Created more than 40 years ago and more appropriate than ever, the Atollo is another design icon and is showcased in numerous museums of modern art around the world. Both the top and the base are lit and it comes in different sizes. Pure and minimalist, it would work  as a contrast piece in a textured room or compliment any modern interior.

Binic Lamp – design by Ionna Vautrin for Foscarini 2010

It’s small, doesn’t take itself seriously and it was love at first sight for me!  Another of the more affordable lamps, that doesn’t compromise on attitude and design. It would look amazing on a shelf or in a kids room.

Bottom row from left to right

Snoopy – design by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos 1967

Oh the Snoopy… this lamp just congers up warm feelings for me. Perhaps it’s the name?  Perhaps the mix of marble, metal and glass… This iconic lamp is a true masterpiece in design and the other of my all time favourites.

Lampadina design by Achille Castiglioni for Flos 1972

With the light bulb trend, you could be forgiven for thinking that this is a recent design and not from the 70’s. Simple and fun, the Lampadina would look great with any industrial styled interior or simply as an iconic piece of lighting. It’s also relatively inexpensive.

AJ Table Lamp design by by Arne Jacobsen for  Louis Poulsen 1960

The AJ Table Lamp was originally designed for SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen by the grandfather of Danish design, Arne Jacobsen – think Egg Chair. Interestingly, the base of this lamp was made with holding an ashtray in mind, but now contributes to the beautiful design that would fit perfectly in any home.

Which of these lamps would you choose? Perhaps you already own one or more? I’d love hear. Have a lovely weekend and see you on Monday!