Timeless, Iconic Lighting That NEVER Goes Out of Style!

Lighting design trends come and go. But have you ever thought about how they stand the test of time? In this video we will discuss timeless light designs and their impact on home design. I've also included links to the originals that are available or some similar items you can find at more mainstream retailers!

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Originals
➤Design Within Reach - PH5 Pendant Lamp
➤Design Within Reach - Arco Floor Lamp, 1962
➤1st Dibs - Brass Sputnik Chandelier, 1950's
➤Design Within Reach - Nelson Saucer Bubble Pendant
➤Design Within Reach - Original 1227 Task Lamp
➤Design Within Reach - Three Arm Floor Lamp Serge Mouille
➤1st Dibs - Turner Pendant Lamp
➤Design Within Reach - Atollo Lamp
➤Design Within Reach - Grasshopper Lamp
➤1st Dibs - Branching Bubble Lamp

Similari-ish Lights Seen In The Video
➤ Cb2 - White Pendant
➤Cb2 - Wood Pendant Light
➤Cb2 - Arc Brass Floor Lamp
➤Cb2 - Arched Floor Lamp
➤Cb2 - Black Arched Floor Lamp
➤Cb2 - Quartz Flush Mount

⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 - Timeless Lighting
01:10 - PH5 Pendant Lighting
03:07 - Arco Floor Lamp
05:05 - The Sputnik
06:44 - Saucer Lamp
08:00 - Anglepoise, Original 1227 Task Lamp
09:38 - Three Arm Floor Lamp
11:24 - Turner Pendant Lamp
13:07 - Atollo Lamp
14:16 - Grasshopper Lamp
15:36 - Branching Bubble Lamp

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[chandaharkins]

This was great. Now, I need a video on lighting "rules." For example, how tall/wide should a table lamp be and why. I would venture to guess that a LOT of us probably buy lamps too small just like rugs. :)

[buildergradetocustommade]

I've seen the dupes, I've seen the recent designer styling, I had NO idea the history behind these lamps. This is such a cool educational background episode!

[ang]

I've said it before but I really enjoy your videos not only for the content and humour but also for the structure, the time stamps, the accurate and concise naming, the links down below, and the perfectly timed "see the video up for more information". You got it!

[novaavon]

I keep spotting the classic bankers lamp (task light) in movies, magazines, etc. and it feels quite timeless too. Loved this video! Thanks for introducing us to the original designers.

[pollykent]

This was super interesting, Nick. Next time can you do a lighting video that relates lamps to different styles? Traditional, Boho, etc. My "style" (or lack thereof) is all over the place, and my lamps are no different. It would be nice to figure out a way to tie some of this stuff together.

[curveappeal]

I still love those colorful Tiffany lampshade pendant lights that come down from the ceiling on a brass chain…like late 70s-early 80s 🙈 It just says “home” to me!

[nikkislovesyou]

My life was seriously made when Nick said: "...whatever" *snicker* when talking about the female form. 🤣

Fabulous video as also Sir! 🙌

[idadamgaard]

As a Dane I have several possible additions:

AJ by Arne Jacobsen

Radiohus Pendel by Vilhelm Lauritzen

Globe by Verner Panton

Flowerpot by Verner Panton

Værkstedspendel by Louis Poulsen

Kinapendlen by Bent Karlby

Søværnspendlen/Doo-Wop by Louis Poulsen

Orient by Jo Hammerborg (unfortunately the only woman on my list)

Enjoy 😊

[PB-Trinity]

On Pinterest, I keep on binging pages after pages of 1920 Art Deco designer pieces including lighting fixtures. A lot of them haven't aged one bit and are looking wonderful...

[FabiWe]

My kind of video, thank you so much <3 Please make this a series with timeless designer chairs, tables, sofas, etc. I'd like to add the Flower Pot Lamp, the Panthella, and the Kaiser Idell 6631. My all-time favourites are Mannheim Pfeil IV and Pierre Guariche G24. The last gave me a design-gasm when I first saw it. It's just out of my league budget-wise, unfortunately.

[lsamoa]

Great video! Just one thing, the first table lamp you're showing as an example of designs inspired by the PH5 lamp, isn't inspired by it, it's actually another PH lamp from the same designer, only an earlier model from the 20's ;) (PH5 was designed in the 50's). Also the lamp on the left at 14:00 is from 1971 (Panthella lamp by Verner Panton), so it's 6 years older than the Atollo lamp and not inspired by it either ;)

[tescherman]

As a big fan of classic light fixtures I appreciate this video! A few months ago I picked up one of those beautiful Taschen books (you know, a lot of breadth with little depth) on classic lamps called, simply, "1000 Lights." One of the features was the Mariano Fortuny floor lamp, which shows up every once in a while. Never really thought about its origin, since it seemed to be an invention of a photographer because of its strong resemblance to a "softbox" diffuse light due to its big reflector and tripod legs. But I was kind of shocked to learn it was designed over 110 years ago. Far, far older than I had assumed yet it looks completely contemporary.

[triciag]

The Sputnik has always been my favorite. I have 2 small dupes in my kitchen, but I'd love to have a real one! I plan to replace my dining room chandelier with a big Sputnik one. Mid-century modern is my favorite design. I love that whole time in history!

[Locomaid]

So glad you started with PH 5. Absolutely iconic. It has inspired generations of people to look at lighting as more than a light bulb!

[patrickmurray]

Nice video Nick! I have lived with every kind of lighting over the years including all that you mentioned (grew up with the Nelson Lamp over the dining table) and as much as I love the sculptural look of these lights, I really prefer Art deco lighting with shades rather than the open bulb look of so many contemporary lamps and lighting fixtures. the glare from even glass shades eventually bugs me. Just my opinion...

[joanmc]

Love, love, love this video. Nick this is one of your best videos ever. I never tire of you talking about timeless and classic design pieces, their history, their designers and what inspired them. You could do one on chairs and coffee tables as well.
You do all the research, collate the photographs and present the YouTube and I just have to sit back and absorb it all. Thank you.

[jbw]

i own a 1950's ranch and when we went chandelier shopping i described what i wanted as "we are going to the moon someday" lamp... landed on a sputnik knockoff. everyday that light makes me smile (actually my whole living/dining room does) it sets a fun tone for the room and really brings home the midmod feel.

[lesleythompson]

I'm not interested in modern these days, but I really appreciated the historical information. I do have a 'work lamp'. That Turner lamp looks more 70s to me, but there was a Deco revival during that period, so that is definitely the vibe.

[wolfy]

Would love a video about the different ways to utilize staircase space. I feel like there are so many different types of things I could do but I can't ever land on what seems right. Thanks!

[vim-arie]

Literally didn’t even finish the whole video and already purchase a Sputnik chandelier for the living room! Thanks! This gave me a really good idea for my space