DECORATOR’S ADDRESS BOOK
The right illumination can transform a room – here is where we shop for the most brilliant designs
COX LONDON
Crafting an ethereal universe with every object it creates, Cox London’s lighting takes inspiration from the enrapturing beauty of nature. Fusing ancient and modern craft skills to capture the essence of the organic through form, finish, patina and palette, the London-based 2005-founded brand drifts between art, design and craft thanks to its specialist artisans and highly skilled makers. coxlondon.com
ATELIER VIME
Housed in an historic mansion in Vallabrègues in France’s Provence, at the centre of the village’s centuries-old wicker working culture, today Atelier Vime creates characterful pendant, wall, and floor lights handmade by wicker and rattan artisans. It also offers a wide collection of vintage lighting made from wicker, rattan or cord. ateliervime.com
BOCCI
An experimental design studio and maker based in Canada, 2005-founded Bocci has a team of glassblowers, metalworkers, sculptors, designers, architects, chemists and engineers. The firm aims to capture materials mid-transformation – such as in the act of cooling, exploding or changing form – so each light forms almost of its own accord. bocci.com
CHARLOTTEP ACKELIGHTING STUDIO
Crafting light since 1990, designer and artist Charlotte Packe is inspired by the force of light and how it can be harnessed, captured and enhanced. Refined, pared back and calm, the sculptural yet practical pieces are made from her Norfolk workshops, partnering with local British artisans. charlottepacke.co.uk
CTO LIGHTING
Founded in 1998 with the principles of using the finest materials honed by craftspeople, north London-based CTO Lighting has an eye for luxury and detailing, from hand-finished brass to mouth-blown glass and artisan crafted stone. The brand has worked with designers including David Collins Studio, Philippe Starck and Martin Brudnizki Design Studio – and is certified carbon neutral for 2022/23. ctolighting.co.uk →
DAVIDHUNTLIGHTING
Heritage-inspired David Hunt Lighting creates luxury lights from its Cotswold workshops, each piece handmade and finished with age-old techniques by skilled craftspeople. The collection is broad and wide-ranging with everything made in Britain, and there’s also a bespoke service. davidhuntlighting.co.uk
FLOS
Italian lighting giant Flos was founded in 1962. Recognised for its innovativ
