°XXXL(amp) Perhaps symptomatic of an architect’s mindset, the lamps and objects are becoming increasingly ‘space defining’. The xxxl(amp) is essentially a flattened dome, inspired by the shape of a Chinese lantern. The twelve-segment construction makes the connection with the lantern, but a pumpkin is perhaps the first association that comes to mind, while the suspension system recalls an upside-down hot-air balloon. If the ceiling is high, but not overly high, the lamp can be hung at about 1.50m. As befits any impressive space, you’ll want to enter with a slight bow. Once seated at the dining or conference table, you’ll still retain a sense of the surroundings beyond the boundary. Hanging a half or a quarter xxxl(amp) in a mirrored room creates an impression of spacious rooms full of giant lanterns. Design by Bart L

Artisan du Chocolat, London - architect Lens°ass

Project Sirotov Architects YU STUDIO - project Wuhan, China

°XXXL(amp) / Masseria Antonio Augusto, Leverano, Italy - photograph by Marcello Moscara

Belgian TV-show ‘Volt’ C Chocolat, Brest - architect Trace & Associes - photograph by Pierre-Jean Verger

XXXL(amp) standard 9 x E27 - excl. lamps XXXL(amp) 9 x E27 socket + RGB LED master + remote control XXXL(amp) 9 x E27 socket + RGB LED slave XXXL(amp) 9 x E27 socket + RGB LED DMX controllable XXXL(amp) 9 x E27 socket + RGB LED DALI controllable material: PE - weight: 355 kg / 12.525 oz - 230VAC - max 1500W included: 4 m / 155 in cables & 12 suspension elements, lighting element Maison Bettant, Lyon - architect Mona LISA - Christophe Millet - photograph by Five 5 Star - lightdesign Inédit