Author: modculture

A design classic that was beloved of some of the great designers – the Lampe Gras 205 lamp, the work of Atelier Gras.

This 1920s gem was much loved by Le Corbusier for its 'pure function', indeed he used it in his own office, like many other designers of the day. The modernist ethic no less. For your money, you get what you see – an adjustable work/table lamp that's ideal for reading and working, with a chromed base and head to add a bit of eye-catching style.

Expect to pay around £330.

Find out more at the SCP website

If you've got a room to hold it, you can turn your home into a 70s-style club with the Konfetti chandelier from Bsweden.

Your eyes do not deceive you, it's a light full of disco balls, 90 in total of varying sizes, all hanging off a chromed-steel frame. Flick the light switch and they all light up, giving off those mirrored rays as a bonus.

We said you'd need the room and at 90cm (around 3ft), that's a serious amount of ceiling height. if you have it, you can pick one up at various Scandinavian retailers, priced around £2,700.

Find out more at the Mobelvarlden website

Loving the retro looks of this modern piece of home design – the Marc Sadler Beluga table lamp.

Loving those 60s-style looks, but also the quality of the light too, offering up a lead crystal sphere in an assortment of colours, housing a halogen bulb, with support from a chromed metal stand.

No matter which colour you choose, the price is the same – £121.34.

Find out more at the Made in Design website