Journal
Heritage crafts continue to play an important role in contemporary interior design, bringing individuality, material authenticity and specialist skills that are difficult to reproduce through large-scale manufacturing. From traditional textiles to handmade lighting, these techniques preserve knowledge, support local craftsmanship and contribute to interiors with greater depth, character and longevity.
Cloud Dancer will be everywhere this year yet colour remains the heart of many interiors. This guide shows how to work with white or around it without losing the strength or identity of your palette.
Commissioning is more than procurement; it’s collaboration. This Journal piece explores why the most successful interior designers work directly with makers to create meaningful, enduring spaces that celebrate craft, sustainability and design intent.
In a world of convenience and disposability, bespoke design offers meaning and endurance. Tom Acciarini explores how Iberian Lighting champions craftsmanship, collaboration, and emotional durability in an era of fast interiors, creating lighting that is built to last.
Rechargeable lighting promises freedom from the plug, yet at what cost? Tom Acciarini examines the environmental consequences of sealed, non-repairable lighting and argues that in the pursuit of convenience, design must return to longevity, repairability, and purpose.
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.
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.
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.
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