I’m in the midst of a decorating project, and I’ve got it in my head that it won’t be complete until I find an Arco-style floor lamp. The original Arco floor lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglionii for Flos in 1962. The great feature about this lamp is that it allows you to direct light down to pretty much any area you want, without having to mess around with adding a junction box to your ceiling. The curved shaft is adjustable to three different heights, making it even more versatile. The Italian Carrara marble base comes in white or black, and ensures that the lamp will stay put. Unless you have a large group of muscular men living in your house who will lift it up and move it around for you whenever the mood strikes ;-) Actually, it’s not THAT heavy – about 143 pounds.
The Arco floor lamp can be found in the permanent design collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and in stylish rooms around the world, like these…
Design by Maris Burgos Design, image via Houzz
Design by Ziger/Snead Architects, image via Houzz
Image via Emerald Cidade
Design by Emily Elizabeth Interiors Design, image via Houzz
Design by Kia Designs, image via Houzz
Design by William Hefner Architecture Interiors and Landscape, image via Houzz
Image via Cococozy
Image via Stardust
Design by Neuhaus Design Architecture P.C., image via Houzz
Designed by Stacy Begg | Photo by Michael Graydon | Image via House and Home
Of course, great style comes at a price – one of these babies will set you back close to $3,000.00 CDN. Yikes! Which is why I’m looking for an Arco-STYLE floor lamp!
Image via Comfortable Home Design
Image via Decorpad
Image via Mix and Chic
I’ve had pretty decent luck finding good stuff on Kijiji – hopefully there’s a floor lamp out there with my name on it!
You should check out www.eq3.com we just bought one for a client there. I looked all over for the best price and found it here, it's only $199!! The best part is that the quality is awesome too.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
Such a fun fixture...I am especially partial to the ones with the shade!
ReplyDeleteGreat room shots with that lamp. Good luck with your search.
ReplyDeleteAh you beat me to it! Love the images you found and I'll let you know if I see any around!
ReplyDeleteHave heard about Acro Floor Lamp. But didnt know its advantages. Thanks for sharing that.
ReplyDeleteI love those rooms - the couches, lights, cushions - just everything !!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cool post Kelly-- I remember seeing this type of lamp for the first time when I was about 10yo. I was absolutely so fascinated by it, and begged my mom to get one =) This post brought back memories!!
ReplyDeletexoxx Linda
The EQ3 version that Lindsay wrote about above is on my wish list.
ReplyDeleteHi Kelly! I have a question for you. I've tried your email, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is there another email I can contact you with? Thanks!
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