Journal
Rattan’s popularity has made it a symbol of natural design, but its hidden costs tell another story. Tom Acciarini explores the environmental and social impact behind the trend and why thoughtful material choice matters more than aesthetic appeal when sustainability is the goal.
Richard Kelly’s principles of Focal Glow, Ambient Luminescence and Play of Brilliants show how light shapes mood and atmosphere. Tom Acciarini explains their continuing relevance, with The Georgian at Harrods as a case study in thoughtful, layered illumination that enhances both function and feeling.
Handmade lighting costs more, but it gives back in quality, sustainability and soul. At Iberian, every shade is crafted with care to last for decades.
Five simple tips to help you choose the perfect lampshade. Discover how shape, scale, texture, and colour influence lighting design and mood.
When vision meets craftsmanship, great design happens. Iberian Lighting shows how direct collaboration between designers and manufacturers preserves creative intent and ensures quality without compromise.
In this joint reflection, Sue Page and Tom Acciarini of Iberian Lighting’s Design Team ask: what happened to design? From Bauhaus ideals to mass production, they trace how craft and character gave way to speed and why beauty still takes time.
Small lampshades bring intimacy, warmth, and personality to a room. Discover how scale, fabric, and placement transform your space into a cosy retreat.
Inspired by Sussex geodes and landscapes, the Geode Diffuser Empire Lampshades fuse art and science. Designed by Tom Acciarini, they explore light’s power to shape mood and emotion.
