Spotlight: Omma Leave of light

LZF always surprises with their new creative design collaborations. This year they didn’t disappoint either with Omma. Omma is an inventive piece of lighting, combining wood veneer with a metal structure to create three-dimensional leaves of light.

The Omma suspension lamp is available with two leaves, three leaves, and double-two leaves. In Eli Gutierrez’s striking design, each individual leaf rotates up to 180º, allowing the user to create a range of lighting moods.

The family consists even of wall, floor standing and desk lamps.

Check here for more of their new creations.

Spotlight: Frank table - design Robin Rizzini (Pedrali)

This year Pedrali celebrates it’s 60th anniversary. We will report on this specific moment later in August. Todays spotlight is focusing on FRANK the new table family of Pedrali. A design by Robin Rizzini, what immediately catches the attention are the two curved base elements made out of cast aluminium. This is the foundation of the the table that is available in 3 sizes. All made out of 1 piece glass, 19mm thick MDF or 10mm thick solid core laminate.

Frank is available in a 3600cm long table that seats 10 people with a approximately. A 3000cm long table for a 8 people and a 2400cm table for 6-8 people depending on the purpose and use of chair.

Frank is a statement piece for your boardroom and meeting spaces and it will make a lasting impression to your visitors. On the color palette there are choices off glossy finishes as well as mat tones to personalize this to your desired design. Did we already say the table happens to be carry the name of the founder of Plank-ton as well. Very Frank!

NEW: Pedrali in Plank-ton portfolio

Plank-ton has signed an collaboration agreement with Pedrali for architetcs and customers in Stockholm.

Know by many in the design and interior industry is Pedrali, the brand that brings solutions to so many different needs. Unique is the capacity to have all 3 disciplines of production under their wings, from wood to plastic as well as metal products. Add to this the vast depth the collection has to offer playing well in so many price levels.

We believe that with Pedrali we have a very strong partner to create wonderful new projects. Where sustainability is always at the very top and the designs are first class.

For those who haven’t been able to come to Milan, we will share some happy snaps and a video to share what beauty they had to offer, celebrating their 60th anniversary.

EVENTS: RS BARCELONA @ Salone

RS BArcelona @ Salone Milano, Fairground rho.

This is the post corona brand from the office. The playfulness, quality and versatility of their products is present everywhere whether it is in or outdoors. On this years Salone they launched 2 new products.

CREWSTAND is a mobile seating arrangement with an integrated bar on the rearside. The seating arrangement is two-tiered for informal meetings, mingles or presentations. Create your mini sports stadium where you challenge colleagues for a healthy competition! Crew is the perfect seat from which to watch the match and cheer on your team.

SHUFFLEBOARD follows the same esthetic as the RS Foosball table - this fun game can be don anywhere at anytime. Choose out of 2 sizes: 275 or 366cm and add a glass table top for better interaction and socializing.

Javier och Frank berätta om RS Barcelonas nyheter hos Salone ‘23

EVENTS: LZF @ Euroluce

LZF @ EUROLUCE - Salone Milano, Fairground rho.

LZF is always one of those brands that triggers the senses, their photography are pieces of artwork and their creativity is one that never seems to stop. They have a whole bunch of new products, our favorite is the Osca light a cubistic aesthestic reminds us most of the art deco in the 1920’s .

In this green oasis, the acoustics worked together with their new light object all displayed with the playlist of Sandro himself. It emerced yourself i a little new world on the busy tradeshow floors.

As a little bonus some of the product designers where there as well, we took the opportunity to speak to Elli Guterrez on her inspiration for the Omma lamp. See the video lower down.

Ägare av LZF Marivi och Sandro

EVENTS: Salone

From April 18-23 2022 Salone Milano, Fairground rho.

Plank-ton is represented with a whopping 6 brands in Milan. CTO lighting, Crassevig, Gandia Blasco, Impact Acoustic, LZF lighting and RS Barcelona. In need of tickets? We will be on location the Wednesday and Thursday.

Hall 9 CTO (P119) and LZF (P236) are showcasing both on Euroluce. LZF will have their Omma pendant on display. Kontakt: Sandro or Fatima. CTO lighting will be launching a new product family. Kontakt: Owen Wray

Crassevig is in the design hall 10 D8 showcasing it’s new Finna chair. See how Ramos & Bassols ultimate challenge was to obtain the comfort of an armchair by working with an extremely thin surface  of recycled plastic, designing as with a sheet of paper.

RS Barcelona also known from their stress relieving pingpong ad foosball tables now is releasing - come and see me in hall 10 C6 Kontakt: Javier Farres

New in this years portfolio is Gandia Blasco group with also the brands Diabla! and GAN rugs under their wings. Gandia Blasco will show their new Islablanca sofa , while Diabla has 3 new outdoor chairs Easy, Plier and Tuba. See them in Hall 2, D19 - Kontakt: Melissa Fernandez

On the acoustics side we started the Partnership with Impact Acoustic, some of you might have seen them at the SFF where MAD Ceilings showcased their products. Experience their next level acoustic solutions off site at the Architonic. Forget product catalogues and design your own acoustics. Kontakt: Daniel Verlooven

NEW: Roma by CTO lighting

The ROMA collection is inspired by the great architectural forums and churches of Ancient Rome. Taking reference from the vast windows where alabaster stone was used to cast an ethereal glow that bathed the floor in a warm ambience light. Celebrating the simplicity of line and form, The ROMA collection is designed to highlight the noble quality of materials. Its modern silhouette creates a sleek profile which seamlessly highlights a wall or ceiling.

Together with Bert van Hoecke Roma was launched for the Swedish customer. Here you can find the Roma light and many more CTO lights.

EVENTS: Orgatec 2022 rearview

From October 25 to October 29th 2022 Orgatec

A Buzzi 3 days of tradeshow, schnitzel und Kölsch brought us back to 2022, we think the trade show is alive. The quality of visitors was high according to the exhibitors, perhaps smaller but still big enough. Wether the size is sustainable long term is to been seen. Rumour goes that it might merge with IMM… We highlight the 4 brands in our portfolio, let’s get started.

Crassevig was located in the best hall on Orgatec, Hall 10 the upper floor where most design brands are placed. They launched their new Finna chair chair family. The design stands out with is paper thin shell made of recycled plastic, creating a royal realxed seat. Design by Ramos&Bassles

RS Barcelona displayed their new staged seating arrangement, like you sit in a football stadium. A nice add on in their portfolio, that can be used with or without their gaming products.

In 2023 we will hopefully see the shuffleboard come to life!

What spaces do we need for tomorrow's work culture?

Less desks, more lounge and break out areas. An overkill on phonebooths and these days you get overwhelmed by acoustic companies.

Orgatec 2022 showed the latest trends for workplace design and interior. Below you see some of the inspirations from Crassevig and RS Barcelona.

From start to finish: RS Barcelona, Crassevig, DUM and BuzziSpace

EVENTS: Light Building Frankfurt

From October 2nd to October 6th 2022 Light & Building is taking place again in Frankfurt.

Plank-ton is represented with LZF Lighting.

LZF (C.80, Hall 3.1) will be showing their new Omma, Estela and Kasa ranges.

LZF LEAVES OF LIGHT

Omma is an inventive lamp, like a tree with fluttering leaves full of light. In Eli Gutierrez’s prepossessing design, it is almost possible to imagine the lamp’s movable wood veneer, artfully edged with metal, flapping in a gentle breeze. Omma is available as a suspension lamp (with one, two, three, and four leaves), a table lamp (with either one or two leaves), a floor lamp (with a single leaf), and a wall lamp (with a single leaf). Individual leaves will rotate up to 180º, allowing the user to create a range of lighting moods.

EVENTS: Study trip Spain

September kicked off with a group five architects from Stockholm, Malmö and Jönköping for a "studieresa" to Spain, visiting brands RS Barcelona , Gandia Blasco / GAN rugs, LZF
We visited their showroom and production, met the people behind the brands and got hands-on with the fantastic craftsmanship.

Did you know?
RS Barcelona: ...all the football players are handpainted by an artisan named Ella. They can be customized to be as diverse as we are, with a range of physical characteristics, including male, female and non binary players.
GAN RUGS: ...has worked with 2 Swedish designers for their Collection. Front Design the Parquet collection, Carla von Zweigbergk recently launched Crochet based on the old technique of crochet
LZF: ...you can choose from 12 wood veneer finishes to mix & match it to your taste. Their Koi lamp is a whopping 3,25 long and weighs 33kg on the bone - soon to been seen in Stockholm!