Introduction
John Lewis is a well-known British retailer that has been in business for over 150 years. Artemide is an Italian lighting brand that has been producing design-forward lighting fixtures since the 1960s. In 2018, John Lewis announced a strategic partnership with Artemide to bring their innovative lighting designs to the UK market. This article will explore the partnership between these two companies and highlight some of the unique lighting products now available through John Lewis.
About Artemide
Artemide is a world-renowned lighting brand that was founded in Italy in 1960 by Ernesto Gismondi and Sergio Mazza. The company’s aim was to create innovative lighting solutions that combined functionality and aesthetics. Over the years, Artemide has been recognized with numerous awards for their intelligent lighting designs that range from table lamps and floor lamps to chandeliers and outdoor lighting fixtures. Some of their most popular designs include the Tolomeo, the Castore, and the Rea.
The Partnership
The partnership between Artemide and John Lewis has enabled the UK retailer to offer an exclusive range of Artemide lighting products to its customers. This partnership was formed with the goal of providing John Lewis customers with access to some of the most innovative lighting solutions available in the market today.
Artemide’s extensive product range is now available through John Lewis, including the brand’s iconic Tolomeo lighting collection. This collection is known for its elegant and minimalist design, and features desk lamps, floor lamps, and wall-mounted lights.
The Tolomeo Collection
The Tolomeo collection is inspired by the traditional desk lamp and features a cantilevered arm that allows for a wide range of movement. The collection is named after the 2nd-century astronomer Claudius Ptolemy and is characterized by clean lines and a sleek modern aesthetic.
One of the most popular products in the Tolomeo collection is the Tolomeo desk lamp. This lamp is available in various sizes and finishes and is perfect for home offices, study rooms, or reading nooks. The lamp features an adjustable arm that can be moved up, down, or sideways to provide light exactly where it’s needed.
The Castore Collection
Another popular Artemide collection now available through John Lewis is the Castore collection. This collection features spherical-shaped lights in varying sizes that are made from a white hand-blown glass diffuser. The diffuser is surrounded by a delicate metal ring that provides a subtle contrast to the light.
The Castore collection includes pendant lights, floor lamps, and table lamps, all of which are known for their unique shape and form. The collection’s innovative design has won numerous awards and is now available for purchase through John Lewis.
Conclusion
Overall, the partnership between John Lewis and Artemide has allowed for the availability of some of the most innovative lighting solutions in the market today. The range of products available through John Lewis includes some of Artemide’s most iconic designs, such as the Tolomeo and the Castore collections. Thanks to this partnership, John Lewis customers can now experience the quality and innovation of Artemide’s lighting designs in their own homes.