NEWSLETTER ISSUE IV
2011-12
CONTENTS
LIGHTS
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Work Scapes
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52000
clients
cities
products
PAGE 3
Case Study: ERCO
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Interactive Spaces
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Hospitality
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Landscapes & Façades
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Aldabra India
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Delta: Gaining Grounds
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Innovations
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brands
designers
language
LOVE
PAGE 10 + 11
Introducing Love
LIVING
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Outdoors: A New Dimension
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Making Mini Landscapes
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Lounge, Entertain, Live
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Accessories: Adjuncts to Exterior
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Cafés & Restaurants: Institutionalizing
Outdoors
THE LANGUAGE
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Projects
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News
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News
OF IMAGINATION
WORK SCAPES
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GMS MOTORS, MUMBAI
Area: 7000 sq ft.
Location: Kalina, Mumbai
Architect: Mehul Shah & Kinnari Shah
DSP Design Firm
The GMS Motors head office is located
on the top most floor of Grande
Palladium at Kalina. Anomalies of the
building posed various challenges
during planning & execution stages.
The design brief was that the interiors
should complement the steel
structure of the building. Hence, it was
imperative for the lighting to be a part
of the architectural language and
merge with it homogeneously.
One walks to the work place through
a double height foyer space with
a skylight above, which is lit using
trimless, seamless linear light systems
that are lost in the lines during the
day and only fill in for the absence of
daylight post sunset.
The main work place or the tube has
cabins overlooking the work desks in
the centre and the owner's cabins at
SIGNET CHEMICALS, MUMBAI
the two ends of the tube. All Cabins
are lit with linear surface mounted task
lights, indirect LED coves and a pair of
LUCIFER Wallwashers for the artworks. Ceiling in open office area has been
given a modern twist with curved
steel perforated panels. Lighting
workstations is a floor task lamp which
provides direct functional and indirect
ambient glow.
Area: 12000 sq ft.
Location: BKC, Mumbai
Architect: Ahsan Ansari, PFA Design
Firm Pvt. Ltd.
Cafeteria is where the façade of the
building has been used in full tune to
inspire a 'crests and troughs' design
for walls and ceiling. The suspended
lights create an interesting play of light
and shadow on the folded walls and
ceiling surface.
Extensive and intelligent use of warm
wood and textured stone, accented by
a long orange wall as a backdrop to
the office, creates an atmosphere that
grows on the users and visitors alike.
With most of the walls and ceilings not
being perpendicular and irregularities
in the ceiling heights, the space was
envisaged with lights as a special design
element. Light in all areas was used
as a sculptural element which is either
suspended from the ceiling, stands on
the floor or is completely recessed.
Signet Chemicals is a pharmaceutical
company dedicated to building India's
finest portfolio of globally acclaimed
excipients. Hence, their corporate
office had to be a cut above the rest.
The reception area, enclosed in a
slanted oval wooden shell, is lit using
narrow aperture Directional Downlights
from LUCIFER. On one side the 'light
logo' is projected with Pollux from
ERCO and a 'light installation' of Tom
Dixon's Beat is seen on the other side.
Narrow beam miniature Uplighters
from ALDABRA, graze the passage
leading to the reception.
Quintessence Square Lens Wallwashers
from ERCO, used for vertical
Illumination of the orange backdrop in
every cabin makes one perceive the
space as brighter and bigger.
The lighting scheme in the video
conference room ensures proper
illumination of faces, no glare
and effective vertical illumination.
Quintessence Double Washlights over the
table and track mounted Optec Lens
Wallwashers from ERCO on either side,
render the most impactful projection.
CASE STUDY: ERCO
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the national gallery, london
Photo & Text courtesy:
TOP LONDON ART GALLERIES SWITCH TO LEDs
The world-famous National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery, London, after
intensive investigation concluded that ERCO's LED light is the future for museum
and gallery lighting. With the introduction of long-life LED technology, regular lamp
replacement and the associated danger of disturbing a painstakingly positioned
lighting arrangement are set to become problems of the past.
The LED's longevity, the reduction of maintenance costs and the reduced risk of
damaging priceless exhibits are important arguments for new lighting technology
for museum and gallery operatives.
However, the 3 crucial questions are: How much energy can LED lighting save; is
the lighting quality equivalent to the conventional sources and above all, how do
LEDs fare in terms of the preservation of exhibits?
The bar for measuring LED lighting quality was already set high since the existing
systems were mainly from ERCO and, at the time of their planning, were state-ofthe-art. They included computer controlled regulation of daylight and artificial light.
In terms of energy saving potential, since changing to LEDs, the lighting of the
galleries now consume 68% less electricity, without the inclusion of savings made
by a reduced thermal load on the air- conditioning.
The issue of exhibit preservation can also be addressed because the light
irradiation load on the artworks can be quantified using the respective spectral
constitution of the light source. While daylight white LED spotlights, are not to be
recommended for sensitive exhibits due to their stronger peak in the short-wave
blue spectrum, the overall load of warm white LED spotlights is less than that of
low-voltage halogen spotlights. A big advantage of LEDs in this respect is that
their light is inherently free of the IR and UV components that are undesirable in a
museum or an art gallery. LED light also mixes favourably with daylight. Red and
Gold hues are no longer over-emphasised and overall this kind of colour rendition
is well suited for most exhibits.
the national portrait gallery, london
LED and efficiency:
The improvement in the efficiency of the new spotlight lighting over and against
the previous offerings can be measured by the attained illuminance per watt.
The National Gallery previously illuminated the artworks using Eclipse spotlights for
100W low- voltage halogen lamps all fitted with flood reflectors.
Due to the low luminous efficacy of 22lm/W, the original accent lighting
performed at 5lx/W, yet for an almost identical beam angle, the new Optec LED
spotlights with Spherolit lenses achieve an efficacy of 23lx/W. There is a five-fold
increase, by combining 62lm/W LEDs and the Spherolit technology.
Colour Rendition and Photo spectrum:
Warm white LEDs have a higher colour rendition index than day light white
LEDs, therefore are preferred for colour-sensitive applications. To avoid lightingrelated damage, three factors have to be considered: the photo spectrum, the
illuminance on the object and the duration of irradiation.
THEN
Flood Reflector
QT 12-ax, 100W
Luminous Flux Luminous Efficacy Luminance at 3m Beam diameter Efficiency NOW
2200 lm
22lm/W
754lx
1.39m
5lx/W
Flood Spherolit lens
LED 3200K, 14W
Luminous Flux Luminous Efficacy Luminance at 3m Beam diameter Efficiency 870 lm
62lm/W
326lx
1.55m
23lx/W
INTERACTIVE SPACES
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HOSPITALITY
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THE OBEROI, GURGAON
KIRAN NADAR MUSEUM OF ART (KNMA), NEW DELHI
Area: 18,000 sq ft.
Location: South Court Mall, Saket
Architects: Spacematrix; Lighting Design: Vision Design, Australia
Area: 8.2 Acres
Architect: RSP
Lighting Design: B-Lit, Thailand
Sharing artworks passionately collected by Kiran Nadar, the mission of KNMA is to
function as a site of confluence rather than a mere collection.
KNMA exudes class, creativity and minimal modern approach. The space opens
into a reception, café area where art enthusiasts can meet and share their
experiences. In the centre of this long room stands a cuboid, glowing from within,
that leads patrons into the gallery. Once inside, you are met with an array of
sculptures and art on wall, each with its own story. Lit using ERCO spotlights with
light beam tweaked in various ways, a visitor is oriented on a self-guided tour,
moving from one story to the other following the hierarchy created by light.
The ultra luxurious Oberoi, Gurgaon
offers a different experience in every
space yet, is bound by the same
language of luxury and design.
The entrance leads to a 'jewel box'
in the centre, created by a beautiful
juxtaposition of steel, concrete and
glass. Lit up with Narrow Beam Moyra
from ALDABRA, it becomes the focal
point with columns glittering like gems.
This experience is only doubled with
reflection in the 2500 sq ft. water
body lit with 2000 fibre optic dots from
ROBLON.
Directionals, Wallwashers and Down
lights from ERCO have been used
for creating layers of ambience and
accents in all common public areas.
The exclusive Cigar Lounge and Wine
Bar have been lit using invisible LED
strips. The retail spaces, including Peter
Negi’s Nature Morte and The Oberoi
shop ‘Tijori’ have been lit up using tools
from ERCO, LUCIFER, ALDABRA.
KNMA, NEW DELHI
HERMÈS, MUMBAI
Area: 3000 sq ft.
Location: Horniman Circle
Architect: Amaury Watine,
Ultraconfidentiel
In one of Fort's iconic Victorian
buildings, the Hermès store, in Mumbai
stocks everything from the brand's
iconic scarves, perfumes, jewellery,
watches, leather and ready-to-wear
garments.
Within the store a 1600 sqft. of space
has been specially carved out for
exhibitions. To add to its significant
impact at the Point Zero of Mumbai,
the store is lit up with spotlights and
directional luminaires from ERCO,
picking up the art pieces precisely,
enhancing and preserving their beauty.
HERMÈS, MUMBAI
UNDERDOGGS, NEW DELHI
HAKKASAN, MUMBAI
Area: 9000 sq ft.
Location: Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj
Architect: Kohelika Kohli, K2India
Area: 7000 sq ft.
Location: Waterfield Road, Bandra
Lighting Design: Firefly Lighting Design, UK
UNDERDOGGS is a creative, sophisticated space dedicated to sports. It opened
in the midst of the Cricket World Cup frenzy, giving cricket fans an ambience
of glamour and fun. Underdoggs by design, offers not only a great viewing
atmosphere of sporting events from all over the world, but also multiple indoor
games and activities, keeping its clientele constantly engaged. The excellence
of the food is an added bonus of the overall experience.
Hakkasan, a Michelin Star fine dining restaurant launched in Mumbai by KA
Restaurants, stands at 19th rank amongst the top 50 Best Restaurants around the
globe.
Products: Menir RGB from ALDABRA, is used as 'light' columns changing color
and capturing different 'moods'. Matrix- T2 'move', ALDABRA, on bar elevation is
programmed to move with the energy of the crowd.
The Hakkasan trademark 'BLUE GLASS' has been lit using Matrix Blok from
ALDABRA. The 'warm white' graze of Matrix-Samta on oriental cut wooden Jali
stands out against the blue, creating contrast and accent. Narrow aperture
Down lights from LUCIFER create a soft focus on each table giving an intimate
atmosphere to the guests. The special effects (ripples) are created with the help
of a projector behind the bar and the retractable double height ceiling.
LANDSCAPES & FAÇADES
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ALDABRA INDIA
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SRL AND TEAM
vis à vis NOW ANNOUNCE
THE LAUNCH OF ALDABRA
INDIA
SUZLON ONE EARTH, PUNE
Area: 600,000 Sq ft.
Architect: Christopher Charles Benninger Architects (CCBA)
Lighting Designer : Satish Rana, Light Vision India
In a short span, ALDABRA has attained a large chunk of mind share amongst the
best of international lighting designers and architects. ALDABRA has executed
some well renowned projects in the Middle East, USA and Europe.
Within 4 years ALDABRA has executed over 110 projects in India, sold over 6000
plus fixtures and has successfully helped to grow awareness of LED applications in
the country.
Suzlon One Earth is the Global headquarters of Suzlon Energy group at Pune. A
great vision of Mr. J R Tanti, Managing Director, Synefra Engineering & Construction
Ltd. is an epitome of Suzlon's 'GREEN THINKING’. It was imperative that an
establishment that believes in a clean green environment ought to conceive a
Master Green Project for the world to see and follow. Today it is no surprise that
The Suzlon One Earth project received the highest Green Building Rating – 5
Stars (96/100) - from the National Advisory Council of GRIHA (Green Rating for
Integrated Habitat Assessment), the National Rating System of India. GRIHA is a
green building 'design evaluation system', and is suitable for all kinds of buildings in
different climatic zones of the country.
ALDABRA India is now all set to take the next flight. A dedicated team of
professionals spread pan India will make aggressive efforts towards increasing
awareness of the new technologies of LED applications.
With a wider network of trade partners and specifiers, ALDABRA intends to
penetrate deeper amongst the Indian lighting industry.
ALDABRA India is launching a wide portfolio including some award winning
patented products, which will cater to varied segments of application like retail,
hospitality, infrastructure, façades and landscape.
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CCBA, designed this beautiful corporate campus with a great sensibility towards
this responsible endeavour. Light Vision India (LVI), was awarded this project for their
intervention in lighting solutions. LVI has always been dedicated towards employing
and promoting the shades of Green throughout their projects. It was at Suzlon
where LVI got the visionary support to not only showcase the lighting prowess but to
go a step further and create new benchmarks in the world of Illumination.
LVI undertook the task of creating lighting solutions for the exterior façade and
landscape as well as all the public spaces within the interiors of the structure. The
objective being to design a complete cohesive solution rather than just achieving the
required energy levels. For LVI the project evolved into a beautiful canvas for possibilities.
The design of the exteriors demanded that the lighting concept be as close to
the green compliance norms as possible, in terms of both revealing ambience
and crunching energy audit numbers. LVI designed a concept which alleviated
the horizontality of the structure. The lights streaming out of the office spaces at
night through louvers were defined at the top and bottom by glowing light bands,
accentuating the roof and base. The idea was to make the structure hover over
the serene landscape, distinct yet blending in. It became absolutely essential to
take care of this design idea as light spillage would have been totally criminal at
a green site.
The beautiful landscape designed by Ravi & Varsha Gavandi (RVG),
complements the architecture and essentially gives the campus an international
outlook. LVI worked very closely with RVG to understand the needs of their
design while advocating state-of-the-art technological inputs. The result was truly
breathtaking. LVI was keen on retaining the subtlety of the space by introducing
light fixtures at crucial junctures, playing with contrast, giving an element of
surprise at places. The principles of energy efficiency and dark sky were taken
on priority, without compromising on the ambience. The latest from Solid State
Lighting technology and conventional technology were combined to achieve a
grand result.
Products : Midipol Bollard, ERCO, Grasshopper Exterior Spotlight, ERCO
Visor Floor washer, ERCO. Cylinder Surface Mounted Exterior Downlight, ERCO
1. Centro Deportivo Emotion, Spain
Fixtures: T2 signal green pitch 2
3. fountain of love
Fixtures: Deneb RGB, Milan, Italy
2. PIPE BRIDGE, ISRAEL
Fixtures: Moyra RGB 37X LED 1W,
Hidra H3, Tekno 3W
4. aotea square, new zealand
Fixtures: T2
LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY
RODAS II, MUMBAI
Situated in the Powai suburb of Mumbai,
Rodas II is the latest Hotel opened in the
scenic Hiranandani Estate.
The Rodas façade, coming from the
same European language of Corinthian
columns and Roman arches is a sight to
behold once lit in the evening.
Matrix Tekno from ALDABRA, is used for
grazing the textured wall at the back of
the 'twin columns'; also lighting them up
in silhouette, rendering a pronounced yet
subtle feel.
Arches on the top floor of the building
have been grazed using SKY Exterior
Spotlights, highlighting the curves, creating
a Crown visible from all directions.
WESTIN, GURGAON
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Lighting Design: LPA, Tokyo
The newly launched Westin Hotel,
Gurgaon offers a splendid outdoor
experience enhanced by the stunningly
lit waterbody that forms one of the most
prominent features of the space.
IP 68 rated underwater Matrix Zero from
ALDABRA has been used under the
water fall, just where the water strings
hit the pool, catching and illuminating
every drop.
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DENEB
Dedicated IP68 underwater fixture
Efficient heat dissipation through
watercooling
AQASTOP system
Stainless steel AISI 316L
RX
Drive over up to 5000 Kg
Mounting without housing box
AQASTOP system
Aluminium or stainless steel AISI 316L
Versions one, two or four lights
Wide beam optics 60° - narrow beam
6°(only 24Vdc)
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PROTEO
Track mounted projector
Anti-glare hybrid optics
Build in power supply
16°, 25° and 40° optics
185° rotation
DELTA: GAINING GROUNDS
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INNOVATIONS
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ERCO
1. LOGOTEC LED
Modern LED lens technology.
Viable substitute for all spotlights with
conventional reflectors and lowvoltage halogen lamps up to 100W.
Unique system design and state-of-theart OPTOELECTRONICS.
Flat shape for optimum heat
management of the high-power LEDs.
Interchangeable Spherolit lenses for a
variety of light distribution pattern.
Also available as a recessed spotlight.
ERCO LED module
ERCO collimator
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ERCO Spherolit lens
DELTA
2. REO LED
IF Product Design Award, Red Dot
Design Award, Good Design Award
Various mounting possibilities.
High performance LEDs that are
equivalent of 35-50W halogen lamps.
Consumes less than 9 W.
Dimmable.
Available in various colours and forms.
A perfect balance between lighting
quality and energy efficiency.
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A NEW BEGINNING
LOUIS POULSEN
3. LP Nest LED Post Top
A widely respected brand Delta Light, is now all set to gain grounds in India.
A brand which needed to be better represented in the country is now in
partnership with vis à vis, and is ready to lay the foundation for a bigger,
brighter future. Today Delta Light boasts of being well respected amongst the
international design community, of winning large number of product design
awards, aims to create a niche for itself. vis à vis intends to aggressively pitch
Delta Light in segments like retail, offices, hospitality and high-end residences.
The design by Erik Bystrup, is adaptable
to various light sources, irrespective of
which light source ends up being the
popular choice in future.
Cut off angle for glare-free illumination.
Symmetric light distribution.
Indirect light.
Easy lamp replacement.
Ideal for repetitive installations.
Architectural versatility.
Two colours.
Suitable for malls, squares, paths and
recreation areas.
Incorporated in 1987 by business manager and designer Paul Ameloot, Delta
Light has developed to become a market leader and trendsetter in architectural
lighting. Building on an impeccable reputation and recognized brand image
in Belgium, Delta Light rapidly expanded around the world. Today, Delta Light,
services its global clientele through a carefully chosen network of partners in over
110 countries.
Delta Light is about using light to create a sensory experience, to help brands tell
their stories or to bring warmth and atmosphere to people's homes. Delta Light
integrates lighting into architecture, looking to enhance the experience and
design of the environment and is all about creating a pure lighting pleasure.
Thanks to its extensive product range, experience and knowledge, Delta Light
offers a one-stop-shop solution for a wide variety of projects, ranging from offices,
retail, hotels, public buildings, showrooms, bars and restaurants. Some of the
brands that Delta Light has worked with recently include: Vodafone, Zara, Ritz
Carlton, Mercedes, Harvey Nichols, Nike, Audi, Le Meridien, Starbucks and more.
4. Rubbie Bollard
British Lighting Design Award
"The unique rubber surface and the
round top offers a seat for the tired
pedestrian and the sturdy presence
along a square, street or quayside will
mark safe passage." ~ Peter Bysted
Technology driven:
An important feature in Delta Light's creative process is the implementation of
state-of-the-art technology. The breakthrough in LED technology currently being
experienced, is probably the biggest development in the lighting technology in
decades. Delta Light plays a leading role in implementing this new technology,
designing and manufacturing its own LED lamps, developing innovative LED
products and tailor–made solutions, enabling designers and users alike to
optimally exploit the previously unimagined possibilities in lighting.
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Ultra Twin LED, Winner of:
Inspired by Architecture:
Delta Light's FIAL (Fully Integrated Architectural Lighting) philosophy results in a
range of integrable lighting solutions, complementing with architecture and
interior design. Either endless light lines, trimless recessed solutions, made-tomeasure or indirect lighting, Delta Light’s team of in-house lighting designers
work in close collaboration with architects and designers, using light to reveal
and accentuate the core principles of architectural design.
Design Driven:
Based on a passion for lighting and design, through extensive trend and market
research, and its in–depth knowledge of product development, over the years
the Belgian Delta Light design team has succeeded in creating an array of
timeless, stylish and often revolutionary designs.
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LEDX Range
Series
80+ CRI
95+ CRI
ULTRA TWIN LED
Round and uniform light distribution.
Inner reflector and clear diffuser.
LED provides horizontal & vertical light.
Double functionality: bollard and stool.
High architectural adaptability.
LUCIFER
Nominal
System Watts
Module
Nominal Lumens
Color
Temperatures
Rated
Lamp Life
14W
18W
27W
700lm
1000lm
1300lm
2700K (+/-40K)
3000K (+/-50K)
3500K (+/-60K)
4000K (+/-70K)
50,000 hrs
13W
18W
24W
580lm
800lm
1000lm
2700K (+/-40K)
3000K (+/-50K)
5. LEDX
5
Fixed, adjustable and wall wash options
available.
Round and square trims.
Zero sightline or flange overlay
mounting.
Interior and IP64 wet locations rating.
5 year warranty on LED driver .
1 x 2 SDCM colour consistency.
CRI options: 80+CRI, 95+CRI.
Remote Phosphor configuration for
better colour consistency and longer life.
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light up with
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is all you need
vis à vis: the language of imagination,
announces the launch of vis à vis: love,
a dedicated and committed effort on
decorative lighting industry.
stop for
vis à vis: love is about luxury, lifestyle,
romance and emotions- all thrown
together to create a dedicated
decorative lights portfolio.
TOM DIXON, UK
KUNDALINI, ITALY
KARTELL, ITALY
LOUIS POULSEN, DENMARK
de MAJO, ITALY
Iconic designers like Poul Henningsen
and Arne Jacobsen form the core
of this company. PH Artichoke, AJ
table-floor-wall etc are some of the
emblematic designs which make this
brand stand out world over.
Innovation in each of their designs,
the originality in combining materials
and forms, and a search for the soul,
hidden in spaces has been a constant
element in the development of the
company.
Heritage of creativity and tradition;
de Majo IIluminazione was first
established at the end of the Second
World War by Guido de Majo. The
company strategy committed to
product quality has played an
important role in Murano glassmaking
becoming a solid and consolidated
industry.
no ordinary
Tom Dixon's innovation in different
materials produces iconic designs that
can be termed as Industrial Craft. The
collections are in demand in more
than 60 countries.
Kartell’s products express the
language and the atmosphere of the
period in which they were created,
but at the same time they are
“contemporary articles”. Created by
international designers like Ron Arad,
Philippe Starck and Patricia Urquiola.
ESTABLISHED & SONS, UK
ESTABLISHED & SONS, UK
de MAJO, ITALY
MODISS, SPAIN
KARTELL, ITALY
at first light
MODISS, SPAIN
LOUIS POULSEN, DENMARK
TOM DIXON, UK
LOUIS POULSEN, DENMARK
VIBIA, SPAIN
Established & Sons is a uniquely
positioned British design company
focussed on producing and
representing all that is innovative in
contemporary design.
DAVID WEEKS, US
DAVID WEEKS, US
KUNDALINI, ITALY
Kundalini is committed towards cutting
edge research and collaborating
with new creative talent to produce
products with a perfect synthesis of
function and emotion.
BRAND VAN EGMOND, ITALY
BRAND VAN EGMOND, ITALY
FOSCARINI, ITALY
Research and innovation, attention
to quality in production and services
offered, an international focus,
maximum flexibility and above all, a
product - centred culture are elements
that characterise Foscarini’s ethos.
VIBIA, SPAIN
Vibia’s mission is to make it easier for
every individual to identify with the
space in which they live, work and
visit by supplying the right lighting and
inspiring the creative abilities of both
consumers and design professionals.
Taking cues from mid-century design
and machine age products, David
Weeks has created a distinctly
modern lighting collection. Each
light is created to feel original and
defy predictable manufacturing
techniques. With sculptural details
and machined elements, the lighting
combines lyrical beauty with crisp,
modern shapes and finishes.
FOSCARINI, ITALY
is in the air
William and Annet founded BRAND
VAN EGMOND in 1989 with the
sole intention to create art without
restraints. Two pioneer artists with a
big passion for objects, brought the
sculptures from the ground to the
ceiling.
The handcrafted lighting sculptures
radiate passion and emotion and
leave a long-lasting impression.
Their designs are not only iconic but
completely out of the box.
OUTDOORS: A NEW DIMENSION
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MAKING MINI LANDSCAPES
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“I don’t divide architecture,
landscape and gardening;
to me they are one.”
~ Luis Barragan, Landscape Architect
FLOAT, PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
JERRA, EMU, ITALY
vis à vis living is about adding a new dimension to outdoor architecture.
It is a means of multiplying the vibrant colours of nature by introducing a
new element in the form of outdoor furniture and accessories.
Proper application of colour theory in landscape design can influence
mood and perception. vis à vis living is about enhancing the outdoor
space by adding colours, textures, style and making a statement that
stays with you long after you move away from that time and space.
MERENDERO, GANDIA BLASCO, SPAIN
ESSENTIEL, TRIBÙ, BELGIUM
We are accustomed to living in spaces divided for specific use, while in the
exterior realm we feel intimidated with a large boundless expanse.
Outdoor living spaces can be treated into segments and each can be rendered
in a unique and specific manner by creating your own mini landscapes; a
dynamic backdrop to our lives… changing, evolving and growing everyday.
LOUNGE, ENTERTAIN, LIVE
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ACCESSORIES: ADJUNCTS TO EXTERIOR
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Beyond just taking care of functional
and scenic landscape, lighting in your
outdoor space, vis à vis living helps you
add yet another layer of emotions by
adding the correct adjuncts.
The outdoor space, similar to an indoor
one, needs to have the flexibility of
creating multi-layered moods. From
candles to torches, wine chillers to
planters, rugs to lit parasols, these
adjuncts can help elevate and adapt
to the mood of the space or the
subject (you).
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FLAT MODULAR SOFA, GANDIA BLASCO, SPAIN
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1. WINE COOLER
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
Designer: Nathalie Timmermans
2. SONORA
Brand: Gandia Blasco, Spain
3. LENTA LAMPARA
Brand: Paola Lenti, Italy
Designer: Davide Groppi,
Bestetti Associati
CABANNE WITH COVE SETTING, PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
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4. TORCHES
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
Designer: Nathalie Timmermans
5. TERRA POUFS
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
Designer: Bram Bollen
6. HEAVEN VASES
Brand: Emu, Italy
Designer: Jean Marie Massuad
7. TWINS
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
8. SAHARA PLANTER
Brand: Gandia Blasco, Spain
Designer: Pablo Girones
NATAL SOFA, TRIBÙ, BELGIUM
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SABI & SHELL SETTING, PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
9. SPIN RUG
Brand: Paola Lenti, Italy
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10. FEZ
Brand: Gandia Blasco, Spain
Outdoor spaces can be transformed into eclectic modern environments by
amplifying the moods and colours of nature, with impeccably designed outdoor
living furniture. These contemporary landscapes can be tuned to suit ones whims,
so as to create the atmosphere to lounge, entertain and live.
11. BRASERO
Brand: Gandia Blasco, Spain
Designer: Jose Gandia Blasco
Private havens can be created using carefully selected outdoor furniture, to
enhance the designs of nature. Cabanne, barbeques, bars, sunshades and
causal seating can bring new meaning to celebrations under the sky. Novel
furniture collections can help you seamlessly transit from the indoors to outdoors
and create luxurious, permanent living settings amongst the elements of nature.
12. LANTERNS
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
13. HIMBA BASKET
Brand: Paola Lenti, Italy
vis à vis living can give you over 100 options of adapting your outdoor space,
giving you enough reasons to reflect on your own or party under the sky anytime
of the day.
14. OUTDOOR BARBEQUE
Brand: Tribù, Belgium
IVY, HEAVEN, EMU, ITALY
FRAME, PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
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CAFÉS & RESTAURANTS: INSTITUTIONALIZING OUTDOORS
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PROJECTS
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vis à vis living presents a knowledge base and a wide product portfolio from
the world over to address a specialized market segment, of outdoor cafés and
restaurants.Features like flexibility, stackability, comfort, aesthetics, economies of
scale, minimum maintenance and low cost of ownership, make these collections
ideal for use in the Indian environment.
LUXOR COLLECTION, EMU, ITALY
PRIVATE VILLA
Architects: Vivek Gupta & Ajay Miglani, Metamorphosis
Location: New Delhi
“The design intent was essentially about the outdoor being a very critical part of
the indoor and how the whole house is oriented towards the courtyards. The pool
being the focus because of the U shape” ~ Architect Vivek Gupta
PATTERN, EMU, ITALY
NA XEMENA, GANDIA BLASCO, SPAIN
ELITRE LOUNGE WITH LEAF, EMU, ITALY
UNIWORLD RESORTS, HIGH END VILLAS BY UNITECH
VINTAGE ARMCHAIR, TRIBÙ, BELGIUM
CANTILEVER AND ROUND, EMU, ITALY
STACKABLE
ARC EN CIEL, EMU, ITALY
COLLAPSIBLE
PORTABLE
For lush green property in Lutyen’s Delhi, the concept was clearly to create
mini landscapes. The different courtyards spread around the U-shaped pool at
the centre of the property were given different treatments in terms of designs
and materials used, while at the same time exuding luxury and style. Different
collections like Luxor, Heaven and Dafne settings, complemented by accent
pieces like Elitre accessories and parasols were used.
UNITECH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Design: Unitech in-house design team
Location: Gurgaon
Design: Prashaant Kochar, Line- The Design firm
Location: Greater Noida
The outdoor furniture and accessories for the sample villa were chosen so as to
complement the premium class of the project while communicating the look of a
comfortable lived–in abode. Different outdoor areas were designated for different
purposes. A Re-trouve dining setting designed by Patricia Urquiola, accented by
a LED based outdoor ambient light, both from Emu add elegance to the garden.
A casual seating by Gandia Blasco complemented with Sahara planter with light,
a Farol candle holder is suitable for entertaining. Alveo lounger with footrest, in
the private balcony, is for those romantic moments. The terrace is dedicated to
lounging and relaxing with an outdoor Jaccuzi. Comfortable Cantilever Lounger
by Emu and Torches by Tribù add to the spa like environment.
The project objective was to create an exclusive outdoor lounge, facing the
huge golf course for a leisurely ambience. The setting was created using premium
brands that represent ultimate luxury, style and class complimenting the patrons'
profile.
The Frame and Island collection of sofa seating along with Float Poufs from Paola
Lenti were used with accessories like Shade parasols, Aero bar stools from Emu
and Farol candle holder and Brasero from Gandia Blasco.
CANTILEVER LOUNGER, EMU, ITALY; TORCHES, TRIBÙ, BELGIUM
ECONOMIES OF SCALE
ALVEO LOUNGER, EMU, ITALY
FRAME & ISLAND COLLECTION, FLOAT POUFS, PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
NEWS
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EMU, ITALY
NEWS
TRIBÙ, BELGIUM
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PAOLA LENTI, ITALY
NATAL ALU SOFA BY WIM & BOB SEGERS
With the Natal Alu Sofa, Tribù is bringing indoor luxury and generous comfort to the
outdoors. The sofa design consists a subtle frame with attractive, arched armrests
that contrast with the volume of the cushions. The aluminium frame is covered
with wide, plaited straps of textilene, to support the cushions on the seat frame.
Tribù uses new luxury fabrics to give an innovative and ambitious twist to 'the art
of leisure'. These materials - outdoor leather and four sophisticated luxury fabrics
- imbue your outdoor furniture with indoor cosiness. The new collection of fabrics
includes sophisticated materials in 4 basic hues (brown, grey, white and off-white).
Tribù combines the look and feel of genuine leather with the technical qualities
of synthetic leather, so that it is suitable for outdoor use. The leather also absorbs
less heat due to the use of special dyes and pigments. In terms of practical
use, this means resistance to UV, sea water, sun tan lotions, mildew and easy
maintenance. At the same time this furniture is resistant to tears and abrasions.
NEW COLOURS INTRODUCED
Paola Lenti projects on the study of yarns, their quality and performance, on
material experimentation and the valorization of the characteristics make them
unique, on an innate attention to colors.
GANDIA BLASCO, SPAIN
This year Paola Lenti lauches a wide array of new hues and tones like Silver,
Aquamarina, Fuscia, Verde Erba, Blu Marino, Limone, Ghiaccio and Sand
offering infinite chromatic combinations, adding to a existing vast pallette of
atmospheric resistant colours.
CELEBRATING THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE
ICONIC NA XEMENA COLLECTION
NA XEMENA COLLECTION BY RAMÓN ESTEVE
SOFT WARE BY CHIARAMONTE - MARIN
Gandia Blasco introduced a special monochrome edition, celebrating the 15th
anniversary of their iconic Na Xemena Collection. The collection is available in
white, sand, bronze and tobacco colours.
Emu's solid furniture now accommodates the lightness of its new Soft Ware
collection. Personalized fabrics in a variety of colors, designs, and textures
further enhance the furnishings by improving comfort and allow unlimited colour
combinations and customisation options.
Along with the use of a special fabric which is nautical in nature Gandia Blasco
has also introduced new fabrics for exclusive outdoor uses like Crevin, Sunbrella
and Sling. The Nautica fabric being waterproof and solvent free is ideal for
outdoor use. The fabric is also resistant to sea water and pool chlorine.
Emu's Soft Ware products are made exclusively in Italy with Italian materials of
the highest quality. Fabrics are designed exclusively for Emu out of acrylic dyed
en masse with excellent resistance to the sun and the elements for an outdoor
experience free of limitations. Soft, resilient padding conforms to the user's
contours but immediately resumes its original form; concealed zippers within the
eco-leather details, hide the sliders.
The ten solid colour choices draw inspiration and take their names from natural
stones while the ten exclusive patterns in geometric, floral and striped motifs on
double-faced jacquard give the products a new distinction.
HAVEN CHAIRS BY CLASSON KOIVISTO RUNE
MOOD, THE COSY CLUB CHAIRS BY WIM & BOB SEGERS
The fact that Tribù has unreservedly gone for warmth and cosiness is clearly
reflected in the new Tribù versus Mood collection. The combination of teak with
plaited Tricord, a weather-resistant and environmentally friendly yarn, instantly
imbues your patio with a special atmosphere. Studio Segers designed cosy club
chairs with a light mesh that gives the chairs a very natural look. Extremely inviting
on your patio!
DESIGN AWARD OF THE FEDERAL
REPUBLIC OF GERMANY
US GOOD DESIGN AWARD IN 2010
MENTION OF HONOR FOR THE ADI
COMPASSO D’ORO AWARD 2011
LOOM BY AXEL RUSSMEYER
MENTION OF HONOR FOR THE ADI
COMPASSO D’ORO AWARD 2011
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