Behind the ‘Abandon Darkness’ Movement
An Anglepoise has always been a light for life. Since its early days, prizing both form and function in equal measure, it has been an illuminating friend that has moved with its owners through life ...
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Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing Winners!
We're proud to announce that Anglepoise has been awarded the 'Workplace Mental Health & Wellbeing' award at the Solent Business Awards 2019!
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Anglepoise storms historic Fort Cumberland
In July, Anglepoise were given a very special opportunity to feature several Anglepoise lamps in Portsmouth's historic Fort Cumberland. Constructed between 1785 and 1810 by the Duke of Cumberland to protect Langstone Harbour on the English south coast, Fort Cumberland is a visually impressive pentagonal fort that overlooks the coast.
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Celebrating Sir Kenneth Grange at 90 Years
It is rare that a designer is still tinkering away at the age of 90 years. But Sir Kenneth Grange is far from tinkering and is still designing serious commercial products for different Brands with the same attention to detail and youthful enthusiasm that he has always done.
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The new Three-Piece Anglepoise + Paul Smith Edition Four
In his latest collaboration with Anglepoise, designer Paul Smith revisits a unique patchwork colour scheme previously created for a unique version of the Land Rover Defender.
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Introducing the Type 80 Collection by Sir Kenneth Grange
Anglepoise is pleased to introduce a contemporary lighting collection designed by renowned British industrial product designer Sir Kenneth Grange in his 90th year. Anglepoise Type 80 Collection will arrive in stock in September 2019.
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Lighting Creativity in Portsmouth
We set a live brief for their new 90 Mini Mini desk lamp to students from the University of Portsmouth studying a Digital Photography module in The School of Creative Technologies.
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The new Anglepoise® + Margaret Howell Collection
Continuing a successful and longstanding relationship, Anglepoise® and Margaret Howell are delighted to announce the launch of two additional exclusive colours for the Type 75™ Anglepoise® desk lamp.
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Add a pop of colour this Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching why not celebrate that special day by gifting an Anglepoise light to show someone how much you care?
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The Original 1227 User Guide – Part 2: Living Room Lighting
The living room is a place of relaxation, a room where we sit back to read, to socialise and to watch television. Ideally, our living space will be filled with natural light streaming in through generous, south-facing windows; however, for many of us, the reality is somewhat darker. But look on the bright side: dark rooms provide the perfect excuse to splash out on some absolutely fabulous lights.
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Anglepoise Showcase at Heal’s Festival of Light 2018
Once again premier contemporary design store Heal’s is dedicating all of their windows and a sizable chunk of their central London Tottenham Court Road ground floor space to their annual Festival of Light.
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Our Type 75 Giant grows to titanic proportions for American Express
Whether you’ve been out and about on the London Underground or InterCity rail networks this Autumn, traveling in your car, or simply relaxing in front of TV now the nights are drawing in, you’re likely to have spotted the American Express® Preferred Rewards Gold Credit Card advertising campaign, created for the brand by advertising Agency Ogilvy UK
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Light Art – How to light up your displays
Whether your home boasts shelves of vintage vases or a sideboard strewn with stones sourced from your favourite beach, the right light can turn a collection of objects into a striking display. Here are design writer Charlotte Abrahams' top five ideas.
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Margaret Howell Guest Curates the Tate Edit
From 27th April until October 2018, renowned British designer Margaret Howell brings her understated aesthetic to Tate Modern’s inspirational Tate Edit shop.
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The Original 1227 User Guide – Part 1: Kitchen/Dining Room Lighting
In the beginning there was the Original 1227™. Launched by Anglepoise® in 1935 as a result of the pioneering work of automotive engineer George Carwardine, this three spring, articulated task light set the standard by which all other desk lights are now measured and has become an internationally acclaimed design icon.
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Anglepoise Christmas Gift Guide 2017
Forget break-in-a-moment novelties; Christmas 2017 is all about long lasting gifts that combine beauty with utility.
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