ILO lamp rethinks lighting through a mobile, cord-free system
The ILO lamp by ARIETO Studio is designed to accommodate shifting patterns of indoor and outdoor use. Developed in response to everyday transitions between interior and exterior settings, the project challenges the convention of fixed, cord-dependent lighting by introducing a mobile, rechargeable system that supports flexible placement.
The lamp is conceived as a hybrid object composed of two elements: a portable lighting unit, referred to as the donut, and a fixed base that functions as a charging station. The portable component can be used independently across different environments, while the base enables passive charging through induction when the two elements are connected. This configuration allows the lamp to move between spaces without the need for visible cables or manual charging actions.
all images courtesy of ARIETO Studio
ARIETO STUDIO’s Hybrid Lighting Shifts Between Fixed and Portable
When assembled, the donut and base form a single table lamp intended for ambient interior lighting. Separated from the base, the portable element functions as a standalone light suitable for use on terraces, coffee tables, or dining surfaces. Its compact proportions support ease of handling and placement across various contexts.
By combining wireless charging, portability, and a restrained formal language, the ILO lamp by ARIETO Studio integrates lighting into changing spatial routines while maintaining a consistent visual identity across indoor and outdoor settings.
the ILO lamp by ARIETO Studio is designed for both indoor and outdoor use
a mobile lighting system allows flexible placement across different settings
the lamp challenges the convention of fixed, cord-dependent lighting
the portable element is referred to as the ‘donut’
the base functions as a charging station for the mobile unit
ILO is composed of a portable lighting unit and a fixed charging base
the donut charges automatically when placed on its base
the lamp can move freely between rooms and outdoor areas
project info:
name: The ILO lamp
designer: ARIETO Studio – Benjamin Judit & Hanna Billqvist | @arietostudio
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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom
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