Louis Poulsen Reflections Magazine no. 4

Celebrating the Good Light
In 1958 – a historic year for design and architecture – Poul Henningsen gave the world the PH 5, PH Artichoke, and PH Snowball, rede ning modern illumination and shaping the course of Louis Poulsen’s history. Henningsen’s iconic pendants not only symbolised the culmination of the designer’s over thirty years of work to create the perfect light, but also set new standards in the aesthetics of lamp design, showcasing the ultimate union of intelligent function and breathtaking form.
To celebrate 60 years of Poul Henningsen’s visionary work in shaping light, we open this issue of Re ections with a celebration of the three PH luminaires that made lighting history in 1958 and hold iconic status today, de ning our spaces and inspiring a new generation of talent. We also present new perspectives on illumination with the brilliant new Flindt Wall xture by Danish designer Christian Flindt, and a chic new version of the popular, multi-shade Enigma pendant by Japanese designer Shoichi Uchiyama.
We also go in-depth with Christian Flindt to look at his process, explore the Copenhagen outdoors by dusk, examine the remarkable impact circadian lighting can have in healthcare facilities, and connect with Shoichi Uchiyama to discuss culture and experience-de ning design. Along the way, we visit a monochromatic and minimalist new Copenhagen residence, and then make way for colour in a more eclectic Danish home that shows a colourful side of “hygge”.

About Louis Poulsen:
Founded in 1874, Louis Poulsen is a Danish lighting manufacturer born out of the Scandinavian design tradition where form follows function. Our products encompass the duality of design and light every detail in the design has a purpose. Every design starts and ends with light.
We believe in passionate craftsmanship that brings quality
lighting to and for humans, and design products that are
pleasing to the eye and to the light.
Our means are simple and beautiful design. Our purpose is
to create an ambient and pleasant atmosphere that affects
people and spaces.
We design to shape light.

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