Atmosfera Mag

24/01/2024

Rafael Lozano-Hemmer's 2006 "Pulse Room" is an interactive installation where hundreds of incandescent bulbs flash in sync with visitors' heartbeats, detected by sensors. Drawing inspiration from Roberto Gavaldón's 1960 film "Macario," where each person is symbolized by a candle, and influenced by minimalist, machinic, and serialist music patterns (like those by Conlon Nancarrow, Steve Reich, and Glenn Branca), this mesmerizing exhibit reflects individuality and connectivity.



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23/01/2024

BROKIS, founded by Jan Rabell in 2006, merges contemporary design with Bohemian glass tradition. Known for innovative, sustainable lighting products, Brokis emphasizes craftsmanship and quality, creating globally recognized collections focused on longevity and ecological solutions like BrokisGlass.

Read Teo Sandigliano's interview with Jan Rabell.

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Explore Brokis' journey from Bohemian glass to modern design, led by Jan Rabell's vision.

22/01/2024

Ugo La Pietra, an Italian artist and designer, blends art, design, and architecture, focusing on the synergy between light, space, and society. Known for his cross-disciplinary approach, he explores the intersection of art and craftsmanship, creating interactive, light-infused environments. La Pietra's work, influenced by Gio Ponti, challenges the divide between industrial design and applied arts, making him a notable figure in modern design.

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Explore Ugo La Pietra's innovative art, where light and design meet to create unique spatial experiences.

19/01/2024

Daan Roosegaarde and Studio Roosegaarde's
"Waterlicht” is a mesmerizing light installation that uses
LEDs and lenses to create a poetic, dynamic virtual
flood, symbolizing the power of water and the urgency
of addressing climate change. Influenced by wind and
rain, its ever-changing lightscapes invite viewers to
reflect on water's vulnerability and strength, making
"Waterlicht" a poignant emblem of our environmental
responsibilities.

Photo Courtesy of Studio Roosegaarde

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15/01/2024

In cinema, lamps transcend functional lighting, becoming storytelling elements. Iconic designs, such as the Taccia lamp in "Dillinger è Morto" and the Tolomeo in "American Psycho," exemplify this. These lamps do more than illuminate scenes; they enhance the narrative and mood, embodying the intricate bond between cinematic art and design.

Discover designer lamps featured in the set designs of famous movies.

11/01/2024

Nanda Vigo, a renowned architect and artist from Milan, transformed design by focusing on light's transformative power. Her creations, including the innovative Casa Zero, blend light, space, and technology, crafting immersive experiences. Influenced by luminaries like Gio Ponti, Vigo elevates light from a mere tool to the core of her artistic expression, crafting spaces that redefine perceptions and seamlessly integrate art with architecture.

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Discover Nanda Vigo's journey through art, architecture, and design, exploring light as a creative medium, turning spaces and objects into luminous art.

09/01/2024

Anthony McCall's "Solid Light Films," such as "Line Describing a Cone" (1973), blend installation, film, sculpture, and performance into enthralling three-dimensional light sculptures. Displayed in the darkness of large exhibition spaces like MONA and Pirelli Hangar Bicocca in Milan, these projections create an illusion of depth through abstract figures, ellipses, waves, and flat surfaces that expand, contract, or gently caress the space, akin to ephemeral architectural walls. They invite viewers to interact by moving around or within them.



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08/01/2024

Hadid Architects (ZHA) transforms its London HQ with ERCO's innovative lighting, blending functionality and aesthetics. This collaboration showcases how lighting impacts workplace quality and well-being, highlighting ERCO's role in enhancing ZHA's iconic design ethos.



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Discover the synergy between ERCO lighting and ZHA in reinventing office spaces, merging advanced lighting with architectural brilliance.

05/01/2024

"BLUE PURPLE TILT" features seven tall LED signs leaning against a gallery wall, on which light blue texts from Holzer's earlier works as "Truisms" and "Laments" flow. These texts, which are difficult to read because of the variable speed and flashing, also scroll in red, purple or blue on the back of the signs, projecting colorful glows. Holzer's work, known for using public spaces since the 1980s, uses LED technology reminiscent of modern advertising and warning signs.

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03/01/2024

How magical is it when light and dining intertwine? This magic was brought to life by architect Maurizio Lai at Fiin Restaurant, where his innovative lighting design has reinvented the Rozzano space. Lai's theatrical lighting style crafts an engaging, dynamic environment, highlighted by a majestic chandelier and captivating three-dimensional glass lights, infusing the space with depth and a sense of motion.

Discover Maurizio Lai's transformative design at Fiin Restaurant. An exploration of space through innovative architecture and immersive lighting

02/01/2024

Casa delle Lampadine, a beacon of Italian lighting design since
1939, weaves together emotion, creativity and style. From a modest store in Turin to a Milanese design icon, it offers custom lighting solutions and prestigious brands. Since 1972, under the leadership of the Colombo family, it has become a point of reference for architects and designers and today celebrates a century of innovation and elegance in lighting.

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Explore Casa delle Lampadine, the Italian lighting boutique. Bespoke lighting solutions featuring iconic and emerging brands.

29/12/2023

Iván Navarro's 2004-05 work "Homeless Lamp, the Juice Sucker" features a grocery cart made of fluorescent tubes roaming Manhattan's Chelsea district. This glowing sculpture, reminiscent of Dan Flavin's style, symbolizes the struggles of homelessness and migration. The accompanying documentary, set to "Juan Sin Tierra," follows Navarro's quest for public electricity to light up the sculpture, critiquing art world inequities and migrant challenges in connecting with new environments.

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27/12/2023

"Our Colour", created by Liz West in 2016, is a hypnotic installation that covers 10,000 square meters and uses T5 fluorescent bulbs in combination with cellulose gels, forming a hypnotic rainbow-inspired environment. This vibrant installation encourages visitors to explore the impact of colour on their emotions and physical sensations. It is an extraordinary journey through the interaction of light and colour, reshaping our feelings and spatial awareness.

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21/12/2023

As the holiday season unfolds, the world's cities transform into canvases of light and colour. From the architectural to artistic display, these global spectacles offer a dazzling reminder of the season's universal joy and splendour. Embrace the glow! ✨🎄

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14/12/2023

Preferring not to be labelled "director of photography," Vittorio Storaro mastered colour films and collaborated with legendary directors like Bertolucci and Coppola. He revolutionized cinema, emphasizing that light isn't merely functional – it's an expressive tool that dictates a scene's emotional tone. His iconic work in "Il Conformista" and "Apocalypse Now," complemented by his writings, highlights the paramount importance of light in storytelling.

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13/12/2023

David P***a's Meta Lamp, a standout in the "Meta Collection," blends volcanic rock and coated aluminium in a chic cylindrical form. Echoing Mexico's legacy with Recinto rock, it nods to artefacts like the Molcajete and Metate. The collection features two other unique designs in Copper and Travertino stone and Fiorito paired with white metal. Beside them, an ensemble of designers, engineers, and creators thrives on exploring new techniques and materials, honouring Mexico's rich heritage, driving innovation while cherishing mutual experiences and the continuous pursuit of knowledge.

📷 Credits: Courtesy of David P***a

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12/12/2023

Floor lamps combine flexibility and style, perfect for reading or ambience. In 2023, they blend tech with timeless designs. Key highlights: Fritz Hansen's “MS Series” aligns with Nordic aesthetics. Foscarini's “Twiggy” returns in Burgundy and Rosewood. Gabetti Isola’s “Bul-Bo XL” for Axolight maintains its iconic 70's design. Ingo Maurer’s “Nuunu” is poetry in light, while Philippe Starck innovates for Kartell. Whether for business or home, these lamps offer modern twists on classic forms.

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Discover the evolution of floor lamps: from timeless classics to '70s inspirations and sculptural masterpieces. Illuminate your space with style.

11/12/2023

From any cosy corner, the Nest Lamp from Bored Eye, a design agency founded by Liam de la Bedoyere, shines with a tranquil moonlit glow. This design standout from Essex elevates the egg-shaped form and transforms tangled cords into an aesthetic feature. They don't hide cables; they celebrate them, capturing Bored Eye's spirit of embracing the unconventional. The lamp boasts a soft matte finish from plant polymer and pairs perfectly with its opal shade to deliver a warm ambience.

📷 Credits: Courtesy of Bored Eye

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06/12/2023

Álvaro Siza Vieira, often just "Siza," is a celebrated figure in architecture, receiving accolades like the Pritzker Prize and Venice's Golden Lion. Beyond architecture, Siza has a distinguished presence in design, notably with his minimalist lamps. These designs, like the "Fil" and "Flamingo" lamps, showcase elegance, meticulous detail, and unparalleled light quality. His unique blend of artistry and function continues to inspire global design and architectural realms.

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Dive into the world of Álvaro Siza, the renowned Portuguese architect and designer. Discover his iconic architectural projects and sophisticated lamp designs.

04/12/2023

Fête des Lumières 2023 in Lyon, from Dec 7-10,
features 32 installations, turning the city into an
artistic hub. Highlights include Pia Vidal's symbolic
'Life Before Life', Simon Lazarus 84's 'Bangarang
Manifesto', and Tundra's sensory 'Row' at Célestins
Theatre. Parallel events like guided tours at the Lyon
Museum of Fine Arts and local community gatherings
add depth to this vibrant festival.

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01/12/2023

Explore design's evolution through luminous masterpieces that
brighten our spaces and define our style. Discover their stories and appreciate the fusion of function and art. Each lamp tells a tale, and this guide keeps that glow alive.

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29/11/2023

In the 1990s, Felix Gonzalez-Torres illuminated our perception of life's fleeting beauty with "Untitled" (Last Light). Using simple strings of lightbulbs, he merged minimalistic elegance with profound emotion, turning everyday materials into poignant metaphors. Each glow evokes memories, love, and the fragile dance of life and death. Through the soft radiance of his lights, we're reminded of life's transient moments and the luminous essence of existence. In the gentle interplay of light and shadow, Gonzalez-Torres reveals both the ephemeral and eternal.

📷 Credits: Courtesy of Felix Gonzalez-Torres Foundation

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28/11/2023

In our interview with Axel Schmid, head of Ingo Maurer's design team, he emphasized the enduring commitment to Maurer's blend of poetry, humour, technology, and light. Even after Maurer's passing, his legacy lives on as the team stays true to his vision. With iconic designs like Lucellino, the company continues to innovate and adapt. Their collaboration with Foscarini underscores this dedication. Beyond just lighting, Maurer's touch is felt in diverse interior spaces, with promising ventures on the horizon.
Discover the interview conducted by Federica Capoduri.

Dive deep into Ingo Maurer's world, exploring how his legacy of lighting design continues through his team's passion and innovation.

27/11/2023

Unveiled on Nov 6th at Milan's ADI Design Museum the 2023 ADI Design Index features 219 products and 19 student projects, shortlisted for the 2024 Compasso d'Oro award's 70th anniversary. It includes diverse categories like home furnishing and innovative workplace designs, emphasizing quality in Italian design. The Milanese exhibition, which ended on November 19th, is now on display at Rome's WEGIL Space until 2nd December. Don't miss it!

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22/11/2023

In 2003, the world was captivated by "The Weather Project" at Tate Modern, London. This artwork by Olafur Eliasson recreated the sun within an expanse, bathing visitors in hues of sunset and a misty ambience. Mirrors overhead doubled perspectives, inviting viewers to observe themselves. The magic of light wasn't just its visual allure but its power to reflect our ability to understand ourselves. In this dance of light and reflection, we discover our duality — seeing and being seen.
📸 Credits: Courtesy of Studio Olafur Eliasson

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