Making a massive impression this year, lights and lighting effects were given their very own section in 2007. The trend prediction is ‘big is beautiful’, as shades and pendants came super-sized.
Particular favourites were Albioncourt’s huge pendant and standard lamp shades, which come in a range of sizes, including enormous… Perfect for over a large dining table or in a room you want to give a library-type feel to, they can be fitted with diffusers for an intimate atmosphere.
Shoal was a real show-stopper of a light. Created by Dominic Bromley, the creative force behind his British label, Scabetti, Shoal is a mass of fine bone china fish swimming around six central beams of light. Also known for his ceramics, his range can be viewed on his website.
The utilitarianism and sense of humour of Zero’s Foto lights makes them one to watch. As yet unavailable here, they’re currently looking for suppliers. Let’s hope they find one soon – we can’t wait for the chance to buy their take on standard lamps.
Tom Dixon is a stalwart of the lighting design industry, and he doesn’t disappoint with the simple but stylish Stout pendant lights, part of the Beat range. Made in beaten brass, coated with a matt black finish, the lights look great grouped together with others from the same range. At 52cm in diameter and 50cm high, they cost £435 each.
