Journal


British Lighting Manufacturers: What Designers and Specifiers Should Know
Jan 05, 2026
British lighting manufacturers play a role that extends far beyond supply. From design translation and fabrication through to wiring, testing and compliance, this article explores how UK manufacturing supports control, accountability, and long-term performance in bespoke lighting.
Holding Material Intent in FF&E Design
Dec 16, 2025
How material choices accumulate across FF&E schedules, and why decorative lighting often reveals pressure points late in a project.
Bryan O'Sullivan - Juniper Lamp Bases being assembled and wired
Dec 02, 2025
Design studios are creating lighting products with a clearer identity than ever before. This article explores how an integrated UK workshop supports designers with development, engineering and production, bringing concepts to life with accuracy and craft.
Design review meeting with Dernier & Hamlyn
Dec 01, 2025
A clear, practical guide for design studios on how to specify lampshades with confidence, from shape and scale to fabrics, linings, and lighting performance.
two people working on a large scalloped lampshade
May 12, 2025
Design is changing. Clients are moving away from mass production and seeking meaning, individuality, and craftsmanship. Tom Acciarini explores how Iberian Lighting balances handcraft and modern technology to create bespoke lighting that feels personal, intentional, and enduring.
Iberian Lighting Design Team - Tom Acciarini, Les Allitt and Sue Page.
Mar 13, 2025
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.