Shari Francis on Discovering the Undiscovered Through Design
Educator and designer Shari Francis is constantly exploring new possibilities in the world of desig…
The EU’s ‘Right to Repair’ Law
The EU’s Right to Repair law is one of many ways the international design community is redefi…
Inside Emeco House: Sustainability Meets Architectural Diversity
Nestled in the vibrant community of Venice, California, the Emeco House is an architectural gem tha…
Sustainability Stories
As the tide turns on throwaway culture and eco-friendliness is embraced, good design that’s b…
A Tailored Approach with Shari Francis
Lumens Innovators Council member, principal designer of Brooklyn-based studio Dadapt and professor …
Live with Design Holding, S.P.A. CEO Daniel Lalonde
CEO of Design Holding Daniel Lalonde goes live with Lumens.
Connoisseur of Luxury: An Interview with Daniel Lalonde, CEO of Design Holding
The former CEO of Louis Vuitton North America, Ralph Lauren and current CEO of Design Holding, Dani…
On Matière Première: Samuel Lambert of Lambert & Fils
Led by founder and artistic director Samuel Lambert, the Montreal, Canada-based atelier is home to …
From Brooklyn to B-Corp: A Q+A with RBW
Friends and graduates of Rhode Island School of Design, Theo Richardson, Charles Brill and Alexande…
At a Fork in the Road, Take Both Paths: Patricia Urquiola
A self-proclaimed eclectic, varied and diverse designer, Patricia Urquiola aspires to the highest s…
From Leaf to Light: Rosie Li Studio
An interview with Rosie Li, designer and owner of Rosie Li Studio.
Ray Eames: The Foremother of Good Design
Though rarely in the spotlight, Ray Eames was as strong a force in modern design as her partner Cha…
Anne Sage on Finding a Balance, Keeping Cool and Creating Your Own Design Path
We caught up with Innovators Council member Anne Sage to hear her design journey.
Walk-In to Anne Sage’s Modern Retreat
Lumens Innovators Council member Anne Sage shares her process when designing a walk-in closet that …
Alvin Wayne’s Recipe for a Decadent Dining Room
Lumens Innovators Council member Alvin Wayne, a New York City-based designer, shares his process wh…
Fritz Hansen: Celebrating 150 Years of Rational, Emotional Design
For 150 years, functionality, rationality and the courage to be emotional about design has led the …
Nina Magon for Studio M: Lighting as Exquisite as Jewels
The first collaboration in Los Angeles-based Studio M’s new designer-focused program, Nina Magon sh…
Alvin Wayne on Creating Authentic, Luxurious Design
Lumens Innovators Council member Alvin Wayne, a New York City-based designer, has made a business o…
Bending Light: Modern Luxury, Modern Crystal
Today, designers are using crystal in sleek, modern ways while still harnessing the unique luster p…
Two Decades of Design: Tom Dixon Studio
Obsessed with materiality and manufacturing, Tom Dixon Studio has captivated audiences all over the…
From the Archives to the Spotlight: The Masters Collection by Nemo
The Masters Collection from Nemo revives historic designs from legendary lighting designers like Le…
Ib Kofod-Larsen: The Poetics of Balanced Design
Amongst the great creators of the Golden Age of Danish design lived Ib Kofod-Larsen, a man dedicate…
The Evolution of the Task Lamp
Just past one hundred years old as we know them, the omnipresent task lamp has undergone quite the …
Northern Lights: See the Colorful Side of the Scandinavian Look
A vivid tapestry of colorful design elements hides beneath the neutral veneer of Scandinavian minim…
A Q+A with Be Original Americas President, Sherri Simko
Dedicated to recognizing, preserving and investing in the future of authentic design, Be Original A…
How to Choose an Office Chair
As working from home becomes more of a modern lifestyle choice, finding the right office chair is k…
Designing a Healthy Home Office
Use these expert tips and tricks to assemble a home office that will charge and power your daily gr…
Maximalism to the Max: Kelly Wearstler
Inspired by the fashions and gold-plated architecture of eras past, Kelly Wearstler juxtaposes mate…
Embracing Extravagance: The Age of Maximalist Design
Maximalist design—luxurious materials and textures, bold silhouettes with patterns and colors galor…
Queen of the Curve: An Interview with Zaha Hadid
An architect and designer with a foundational background in mathematics, Zaha Hadid’s designs range…
American Glamour: A Q+A with Jonathan Adler
Jonathan Adler’s designs blend a highbrow sense of humor and irony with colorful, contemporary styl…
A Glimpse Inside the Enchanting World of Marcel Wanders
With a portfolio that spans everything from provocative lighting and bold furniture designs to surr…
How to Design an Eco-Friendly Home
As culture trends towards sustainability, designing an eco-friendly home is more than popular: It’s…
Creative Illumination: Lighting as Art
At the intersection of light and shadow arises the opportunity to transform an ordinary wall into a…
Ramón Esteve + Harmonious Design
Ramón Esteve finds the design process to be just as important as the end result—without the experie…
Entertaining Outdoors: Designing Rooftop Lounges, Cafes and More
Offering glimmering skyscraper and sunset views, a seemingly simple, but unused space can be transf…
From Tam Tam to Discoco: How Marset Designs Come to Life
What began as a foundry in 1942 transformed into Marset Illuminación in 1965, and for the last half…
Designing in Compliance with California’s Title 24
Title 24 of California’s Energy Code sets forth a compliancy framework, guiding A+D professionals t…
Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Full of elegance and panache, Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Hollywood-esque style doesn’t come as a su…
George Nelson: The Father of Mid-Century Modern Design
The father of mid-century modern design, George Nelson created the iconic Bubble Lamp amongst many …
KDLN
Known for its sculptural lighting designs, KDLN collaborates with designers to create fixtures that…
Dark Sky Compliance + The Future of Outdoor Lighting
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDSA) has been the recognized global authority on light pol…
Memphis Style
The Memphis Group was founded by Ettore Sottsass in 1980 in Italy. Today, the unmistakable bright …
Tolomeo by Michele De Lucchi
Not many 1980s designs are as relevant today as they were then, but Artemide’s Tolomeo keeps gettin…
Michele De Lucchi
Designing for brands like Artemide and through his own studio, Produzione Privata, Michele de Lucch…
A Life Designed: Achille Castiglioni
A discussion of the life, designs and design influence provided by the late, great Achille Castigli…
New + Exclusive: Raimond II Dome Pendant from Moooi
A design from Raimond Puts and Tis Ernst, lighting brand Moooi launches the Raimond II Dome, availa…
Not-So-Basic Black
Timeless and trendy at once, black is here to stay. Discover interior design tips and trick to inco…
An Aesthetic Revival: The VL Series for Louis Poulsen
Take a look at the LED update of Vilhelm Lauritzen’s VL Series for Louis Poulsen, originally …
Poul Henningsen + The PH Artichoke
The PH Artichoke was an instant favorite when introduced in 1958 and remains one of legendary desig…
FLOS: Icons + Innovations
Exploring the history of iconic lighting brand, FLOS, by highlighting some of its iconic designs fr…
One Light, Three Ways: String Light by FLOS
Is there anything the String Light can’t do? We tasked 3 interior designers with solving their desi…
Louis Poulsen’s Modern Spin on History: PH Septima
Louis Poulsen’s designs are tailored to reflect and support the rhythm of natural light. Every deta…
Snoopy Table Lamp: An Old Dog Learns Some New Tricks
Exploring the design inspiration and innovation that went into the creation of Achille and Pier Gia…
