We all could use some lighting, whether indoors and especially outdoors at night. There is no shortage of lamp designs available for that purpose, and some of them can even be carried around and used outdoors. The majority of the latter, however, tend to take on more rugged aesthetics, as if expecting to always take a beating. It’s rare to see a general-purpose lamp that can be used whether indoors or outdoors and still look like a product that’s been designed with elegance and style in mind. That’s the combination that this small LED lamp is bringing to the table, quite literally, whether that table is inside the hotel lounge, beside the pool, or even a dining table under the starry night sky.
Designers: Peter Ellis, Gabriel Tam (Neoz)
There will always be a place for rugged portable lamps that can rough it out with adventurers and explorers, but those don’t cover the entire range of outdoor uses. What if you want to hold a somber and stylish nighttime get-together outdoors, far from where house lights and lamp posts can reach? You definitely can’t settle for a candlelight dinner, romantic as that might sound, and this petite but bright wireless lamp makes sure you don’t have to keep your guests in the dark.
Named for an Australian coffee known for its small shots and big punches, Piccolo has a similar appeal with its PVD steel conical body and drum-shaped polycarbonate diffuser with a ribbed surface that creates an interesting play of light and shadows through reflection and refraction. With a crystal-like top and a brushed metal body with finishes in Gold, Bronze, and Silver hues, the lamp generates an atmosphere that is elegant and luxurious, even when used outdoors.
With an IP64 rating, the Piccolo lamp doesn’t shy away from accidental spills or Mother Nature’s unpredictable temperament. It is completely wireless as well, running on a replaceable rechargeable battery, so you can put it anywhere you need both illumination and ambiance. The lamp is designed to look great in hospitality venues, outdoor nighttime gatherings, and, of course, anywhere inside your home or room.
Small as it may be, Piccolo has a big heart for the planet. It uses 75% post-consumer recycled plastic for its internal structure, along with more sustainable materials like stainless steel. The battery, LED light source, and even the diffuser are user-replaceable, extending the life of the lamp for years. Portable, weather-resistant, and elegant, Piccolo gives not just light but also a serene and uplifting atmosphere wherever you put it.
