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ENGINEERING L I G H T Light is playing an increasingly important role and light units include an ever-greater degree of engineering. R&D is crucial and Cantalupi Light Engineering shines with its indoor and outdoor solutions by Paola Bertelli
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hat’s behind an artistically lit space? These days
is only one step along the value chain that includes integration
technical support is just as important as the creativity
with the interior, installation assistance and post-sales service”.
deployed by architects and lighting designers – choices of
The Cantalupi brand was launched in 1951, and is now well-
technology and form optimise the functional and emotional
established in the nautical and residential markets. This year
impact of objects and interiors.
it has decided to change its name from Cantalupi Lighting to
“A project develops from research into engineering the lighting
Cantalupi Light Engineering to place more emphasis on the
design”, says Leonardo Cantalupi CEO of Cantalupi Light
range of services offered by the company, complementing the
Engineering. “Our offer, in fact, begins long before designing
production of lighting units.
a light unit and ends after production. We think that a product
Technological R&D, quality and affordability are what drives
Spotlights, LED strips used for interior and exterior lighting on the ceiling or in furnishing units create a uniform, evocative effect. Left, a lamp from Cantalupi’s Otto collection
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Above, a bathroom by Cantalupi. From Cantalupi’s Bespoke collection: Wall Lamp (left). Opposite: left, Beehive Lamp and right, Cristian, part of the Swarovski collection; bottom, a bespoke chandelier
Cantalupi. “We can take a ‘light idea’ and develop it into the product concept, identifying the most suitable materials on the basis of the intended application, evaluating their mechanical, chemical and heat resistance characteristics, as well their light transmitting properties. These solutions have allowed us to offer a complete lighting package for every project, every construction. We like to call them “collections” and every one of them, as well as reflecting our technological expertise, responds to design requirements and specifications, providing suitable lighting for every interior or style”. Cantalupi is offering seven collections this year. As Leonardo Cantalupi says, the Master Line comprises general lighting indoor and outdoor spotlights, and the new light-engines with a selection LEDs with the best colour yield currently available, “Have been redesigned to achieve high performance with a robust, compact unit, introducing an unprecedented flexibility created by multiple optical and anti-dazzle systems”. Bespoke is the art of “made-to-measure luxury”, a story of proportions and balance, materials combined by master artisans to express shapes that can inspire emotions. Exclusive applique designs and table lamps feature in Limited Edition, which uses unconventional finishings and 134
materials to satisfy the most hard-to-please clients. The Swarovski line offers beautifully-crafted pieces created in collaboration with the Swarovski brand. Backlight Panels transform walls, tables and columns into light sources, “Starting from a selection of high-quality materials and analysing the function and location of the structure, we identify the best material in terms of machinability and physical characteristics of mechanical and chemical resistance”. Linear Light is made up luminous LED strips that fill interiors with light, emphasising a space’s dramatic impact. Finally, Otto comprises portable battery lamps suitable for indoor and outdoor use, featuring a refined design that reflects true Italian style. All these products are conceived, developed and produced using a rational approach and a way of thinking about spaces based on a simple, reassuring geometry. “Marble, alabaster, glass, wood, rattan and acrylic shine in our production sites with new light and hand-made care combined with industrial manufacturing standards, where LEDs become an architectural element in themselves”. www.cantalupilighting.it 135