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Mid-century Modern (MCM) lighting

Illuminating Spaces with MCM Brilliance

Dive into the world of Mid-century Modern (MCM) lighting, where design genius converges with practical functionality. Distinctly recognizable by its clean lines, geometric shapes, and organic forms, MCM lighting captures the essence of the mid-20th century design ethos. Whether it's a sputnik chandelier or a sculptural table lamp, these lighting fixtures instantly infuse spaces with a retro yet timeless elegance, bridging the past's aesthetic brilliance with today's contemporary spaces.

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    SANTA MARIA 18 - Pendant Light

    CHF 1,061.00CHF 952.00

    Old concepts, new silhouettes, the Santa Maria 18 pendant from Sweden's Globen Lighting Introducing the Santa Maria 18 pendant, a stunning chandelier from the renowned Swedish lighting brand, Globen Lighting....

    SANTA MARIA 30 - Pendant Light

    CHF 1,591.00CHF 1,431.00

    Old concepts, new silhouettes, the Santa Maria 30 pendant from Sweden's Globen Lighting Introducing the Santa Maria 30 pendant, a stunning chandelier from the renowned Swedish lighting brand, Globen Lighting....

    LIILA 12 - Wall Light

    CHF 3,618.00

    The Liila 12 wall / Ceiling Light is an innovative and sophisticated light for the wall or ceiling from the Danish lighting brand Nuura. Looking at the thin shade, from...

    LIILA 1 MEDIUM - Ceiling / Wall Light

    CHF 269.00

    Nuura's Liila 1 medium is a single lamp, which looks beautiful on the wall or ceiling. It is simple in its form, consisting of a thin round sheet of metal...

    VALI HIGH - Table Lamp

    CHF 205.00

    Belid Vali is a table lamp that breathes Scandinavian design and quality. Vali is designed to blend into all homes, in all rooms. Available in the colors black structure /...

    VALI SHORT - Table Lamp

    CHF 156.00

    Belid Vali is a table lamp that breathes Scandinavian design and quality. Vali is designed to blend into all homes, in all rooms. Available in the colors black structure /...

    TRIANA 1 - Pendant Light

    CHF 236.00 – CHF 292.00

    Add Timeless Elegance to Your Space with the Triana Pendant Light Looking for a pendant light that combines simplicity and sophistication? Look no further than the Triana 1 Pendant Light...

    GALA - Wall Light

    CHF 401.00CHF 386.00

    Gala - A Straight Forward Wall Light from Carpyen The Gala by Carpyen is a metallic wall light that offers a sleek and modern design for any room in your...

    WHY - Wall Light

    CHF 206.00

    MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY: 5 Simplistic, yet striking the Why lamp is an exciting design by the Swedish brand Care of Bankeryd.

    CONE - Wall Light

    CHF 420.00

    Vitrified translucent porcelain wall lamp. Available in texturized matte white, with copper fittings. A soft glow around it, and direct light below.

    SYSTEM W40 - Wall Light

    CHF 474.00 – CHF 503.00

    The B.Lux Alu W40 wall lamp allies a functional flexibility with a timeless appearance!Rotatable light head and turning and tilting arm. Optionally with cable and plug. E27 lamp base.

    SYSTEM W20 - Wall Light

    CHF 469.00 – CHF 498.00

    The W20 wall lamp by B.Lux has a distinctive flexibility: its arms are connected by joints, enabling to move the light at will. With E27 base.

    OVERLAY S65 - Pendant Light

    CHF 1,323.00

    Blown glass suspension lamp equipped with three detachable conical reflectors, making it possible to adjust the lighting effect as desired. The glass with a cognac-coloured finish, is combined with two...

    OVERLAY S25 - Pendant Light

    CHF 684.00

    Blown glass suspension lamp equipped with three detachable conical reflectors, making it possible to adjust the lighting effect as desired. The glass with a cognac-coloured finish, is combined with two...

    BLACK NOTE - Wall Light

    CHF 728.00 – CHF 762.00

    LZF Black Note Wall Light - THE RHYTHMIC LIGHT Designed by Ramón Esteve, LZF Black Note Wall Light - a lamp with perpendicular shades that rise and fall in harmony....

    ZERO 100 - Wall Light

    CHF 611.00 – CHF 825.00

    Panzeri Zero 102 Wall Light - A monolithic metal lamp The Zero 102 wall or ceiling lamp by Panzeri has a metallic casing and warmwhite, embedded LEDs. It is a...

    ZERO 52 - Wall Light

    CHF 415.00 – CHF 562.00

    Panzeri Zero 52 Wall Light - A monolithic metal lamp The Zero 52 wall or ceiling lamp by Panzeri has a metallic casing and warmwhite, embedded LEDs. It is a...

    SMOKE 50 - Pendant Light

    CHF 845.00

    The Smoke suspension by Panzeri provides a diffuse, seemingly magical andmysterious light with a ball-shaped diffuser made of blown glass with smoked appearance.

    SMOKE 35 - Pendant Light

    CHF 606.00

    The Smoke suspension by Panzeri provides a diffuse, seemingly magical andmysterious light with a ball-shaped diffuser made of blown glass with smoked appearance.

    SMOKE 26 - Pendant Light

    CHF 537.00

    The Smoke suspension by Panzeri provides a diffuse, seemingly magical andmysterious light with a ball-shaped diffuser made of blown glass with smoked appearance.

    GINEVRA 80 - Ceiling Light

    CHF 1,709.00

    The Ginevra 80 ceiling light with a shade of lacquered aluminium and a polycarbonatediffuser with a prismatic structure, for downward light, is ideal to illuminate a table.

    GINEVRA 53 - Ceiling Light

    CHF 957.00

    The Ginevra 53 ceiling light with a shade of lacquered aluminium and a polycarbonatediffuser with a prismatic structure, for downward light, is ideal to illuminate a table.

    GINEVRA 80 - Pendant Light

    CHF 1,953.00

    The Ginevra 53 suspension with a shade of lacquered aluminium and a polycarbonatediffuser with a prismatic structure, for downward light, is ideal to illuminate a table.

    GINEVRA 53 - Pendant Light

    CHF 1,201.00 – CHF 1,236.00

    The Ginevra 53 suspension with a shade of lacquered aluminium and a polycarbonatediffuser with a prismatic structure, for downward light, is ideal to illuminate a table.

    EMY - Pendant Light

    CHF 259.00

    The Emy suspension's charming satined, glass diffuser is coloured and has afascinating rhomboid texture. Structure of mat brass, with ceiling rose and G9 base.

    ELY - Pendant Light

    CHF 259.00

    The Ely suspension by Panzeri appeals with a diffuser of striped, coloured, blown glasswhich spreads a diffuse light. Transparent electrical cable, structure of mat brass. G9.

    CROSS 60 - Wall Light

    CHF 791.00 – CHF 1,128.00

    Wall lamp in laser-cut metal and glass diffuser. Direct and indirect LED light. Metal cover in white or matt brass polyacrylic paint or hand-decorated with golden leaf and fixed without...

    PAPILLION PERFORATED - Chandelier

    CHF 732.00

    101 Copenhagen Papillion Perforated Chandelier - A simplified art-deco lamp The 101 Copenhagen Papillion Perforated Chandelier is part of a new perforated lighting collection by danish brand 101 Copenhagen. The...

    PEARL - Pendant Light

    CHF 562.00

    The Pearl Pendant is a sculptural and elegant suspension light created by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for 101 Copenhagen. Pearl is inspired by Japanese lanterns. It features a...

    NO. 2 - Pendant Light

    CHF 220.00

    No. 2 by 101 Copenhagen is a Pendant lamp with an Art Deco inspired socket detail. The opal glass bulb creates a warm lighting, while the vertical lines on the...

    DROP BULB MINI - Chandelier

    CHF 874.00

    101 Copenhagen Drop Bulb Mini Chandelier - 50s Danish Modernism meets contemporary design The 101 Copenhagen Drop Bulb Mini Chandelier is inspired by the 50s Danish Modernism. Using the nature...

    FRANK 2.0 - Wall Light

    CHF 175.00 – CHF 214.00

    Frank 2.0 is a modern and classic wall lamp with great functionality. The light can be adjusted to ensure a comfortable lighting experience.

    DIABLO (D400 mm) - Wall Light

    CHF 410.00 – CHF 423.00

    Belid Diablo D400 mm Wall Light - Classics Reinvented Belid Diablo D400 mm Wall Light is part of an exclusive series of pendants, floor and table lamps. The design is...

    DIABLO (D300 mm) - Wall Light

    CHF 331.00 – CHF 405.00

    Belid Diablo D300 mm Wall Light - Classics reinvented Belid Diablo D300 mm Wall Light is part of an exclusive series of pendants, floor and table lamps. The design is...

    CATO DOUBLE - Wall Light

    CHF 319.00 – CHF 405.00

    The creation of Cato is inspired from our Scandinavian heritage. The design is minimalistic and the materials are of highest quality. Cato brings the light from Varberg into the home....

    VINCENT - Table Lamp

    CHF 257.00

    Vincent is a modern and exclusive table lamp – a perfect match for the modern Scandinavian interior. The luminaire gives a direct light and the head is adjustable.

    DIABLO (D300 mm) - Table Lamp

    CHF 390.00 – CHF 478.00

    Belid Diablo D300 mm Table Light - Classics reinvented Belid Diablo D300 mm Table Light is part of an exclusive series of pendants, floor and table lamps. The design is...

    DIABLO (D200 mm) - Table Lamp

    CHF 322.00 – CHF 380.00

    The Belid Diablo D200 mm Table Light - Classics Reinveted Belid Diablo D200 mm Table Light part of an exclusive series of pendants, floor and table lamps. The design is...

    VALENCIA - Ceiling Light

    CHF 276.00

    The inspiration for the lamp has been found in clusters of grapes. With the construction of pallets the luminaire diffuses the light in a beautiful way.

    PICASSO - Ceiling Light

    CHF 267.00

    Picasso from Belid - A timeless retro-futuristic light Belid has been known for their quality craftsmanship and materials, and the Picasso series of lights are no exception. The Picasso collection...

    About Mid-century Modern (MCM) lighting

    Originating from a design movement that spanned the mid-1930s to mid-1960s, Mid-century Modern lighting is emblematic of a time when designers experimented with novel materials and innovative structures. These pieces weren't just about illumination; they were art forms in their own right.

    Made primarily from materials like brass, wood, and glass, MCM lights often feature bold, angular designs, mixed with gentle curves. From the iconic globe pendant lights to tripod floor lamps, the character of these fixtures embodies a unique combination of the futuristic and the natural. Color palettes tend to be muted yet rich, and the emphasis on function ensures every piece is as practical as it is stylish.

    In essence, MCM lighting doesn't just light up a room; it transforms it, casting both luminance and a distinct mid-century modern ambiance.

    Selecting the ideal MCM lighting fixture requires an appreciation for the movement's design nuances. Here are some key guidelines: Distinctive Shapes: Look for lighting fixtures that exhibit iconic shapes of the era – think starbursts, globes, or geometric forms. Natural and Modern Materials: Choose fixtures that blend materials like wood, metal, and glass, capturing the era's love for merging the organic with the modern. Functionality: Ensure that the fixture provides the necessary illumination for the intended space, whether it's ambient, task, or accent lighting. Color Palette: Opt for muted tones like brass, gold, walnut, or frosted glass, which align with the MCM aesthetic. Scale and Proportion: Ensure that the fixture complements the room's size. A large sputnik chandelier might dominate a small room, whereas a sleek pendant might get lost in a spacious area. Artistic Influence: MCM was all about breaking norms, so don't shy away from lighting that feels like a piece of art. Historical Context: If authenticity is crucial, consider vintage pieces or reproductions that stay true to designers of the era, like George Nelson or Arne Jacobsen. Mix and Match: While MCM has distinct features, it's flexible enough to blend with other styles. Don't be afraid to integrate it into a diverse interior design approach. Placement: Consider the placement – wall sconces for accent lighting, pendants for over dining tables, or floor lamps to brighten reading nooks. Quality: Given that many MCM designs are now classics, invest in high-quality fixtures that will stand the test of time, both in style and durability. With these guidelines in hand, curating the ideal Mid-century Modern lighting becomes a journey through an era of unmatched design innovation and elegance.

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