2000s · contemporary design
1962 (Italian Modernism / Space Age)Arco Floor Lamp
1932 (Early Modern / England)Anglepoise Lamp
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Beat Light
Tom Dixon — Tom Dixon, United Kingdom
Many Tom Dixon Beat lights pair a dark exterior with a warm metallic interior, making form and reflection equally important.
A craft-based starting point
The Beat family draws on traditional metal vessels and metalworking techniques. It includes different shapes, sizes and finishes, so not every version has identical construction.
An outline outside, reflection within
Dark exteriors emphasise the silhouette while metallic interiors reflect the light. A narrow opening creates a different pool of light from a broad shade. Choose for the lighting effect as well as the profile.
One pendant or a group
Several lights can establish a rhythm above an island. Check spacing and coverage before mixing forms. Timber or quiet stone surfaces give the warm metal a clear setting.
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