When we hear the word lamp, a familiar image usually comes to mind – a bulb, a long neck or stand, perhaps a shade. It’s this conventional expectation that makes the LUNO lamp, designed by Amsterdam-based design studio Piet Boon for Italian lighting brand FLOS Bespoke, so compelling. Rather than following tradition, LUNO reimagines what a lamp can be through its innovative, two-part system that redefines how we see, feel, and experience light.
The design team drew inspiration from architecture and movement in creating this lighting for FLOS Bespoke, the made-to-order arm of the global Italian lighting brand. Piet Boon and FLOS both share a refined approach to form and function, grounded in a deep understanding of customization, craftsmanship, and the unique needs of each client or space. Together, they’ve crafted a piece that feels contemporary yet timeless, familiar yet completely innovative, that will change the way designers and design-lovers think about light.
LUNO features a suspended glass halo, crafted from frosted glass to emit a soft, diffused glow. A counterweight pulley system and ball-joint mechanism attached to the glass “shade” allow for easy adjustments in height and angle, adapting effortlessly to various environments. What sets LUNO apart is its second component: an uplight pedestal that casts its beam upward into the floating halo. The negative space between these two elements creates a sculptural tension, enhancing the perception of light as something both anchored and ethereal, while inviting interaction and spatial awareness.
While Piet Boon addresses the purpose of light – its direction, adjustability, and ambiance – in LUNO, it also creates a poetic and quietly futuristic reimagination of what lighting can be. Stunning from every angle, LUNO makes an elegant statement the moment it’s turned on.
The LUNO lamp is available exclusively at Studio Piet Boon starting at €4,653. To learn more, visit pietboon.com.
Photography courtesy of Studio Piet Boon and FLOS Bespoke.
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