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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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The Original 1227 User Guide – Part 3: Bedroom Lighting

Peace and tranquillity reign in the bedroom, but while low level lighting is certainly sleep-inducing and romantic, it is no good when you want to finish that novel or you have to get up and dressed before day break. Here are some suggestions to help you achieve the perfect balance.

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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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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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Paper City Pop-up Celebrates the World’s Favourite Colour

To mark Hull UK City of Culture 2017, G. F. Smith resolved to find the World’s Favourite Colour, voted by the public. An extensive survey spanning more than 100 countries was conducted and many thousands of votes were recorded.

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In conversation with Cereal Magazine

Rosa Park and Rich Stapleton are work and life partners who founded the cult bi-annual lifestyle magazine Cereal in 2012. Since then they have amassed a global following thanks to their knack for combining thoughtful words, beautiful imagery and pared back graphic design to striking effect.

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