What are arc floor lamps?

Make a statement with our arc floor lamps

Statement floor lamps have always been popular. Not only are they a great piece of interior decoration for any room, but they provide a light that is both atmospheric and functional. What more could you want? Well, what about arc lamps?

Eye-catching in design and impressive in size, these over-arching lamps are more than just a simple floor standing lamp. With a curved stand and downward facing light, they provide a wash of light that makes them the perfect floor lights for positioning over tables, reading chairs, seating areas, and other surfaces.

The history of the arc lamp

Although these statement floor standing lamps seem like 21st Century pieces of design, the curved floor lamps were in fact made popular by the Castiglioni brothers in 1962 with their iconic Arco Floor Lamp design. Made to light up a dining table without getting in the way, it featured a high, curved, and expansive light with a heavy marble base to keep it steady. The arching design became a huge hit and, since then, the arc lamp trend has continued to grow, with many more designers jumping on the curving trend.

How to style an arc floor lamp?

Arc lamps are a perfect floor standing lamp for any room in your home. Whether you want to create a dramatic impact in your hallway or you want to add a cosy corner to your living room, these grand floor lights will transform any space.

For a relaxing environment, choose a soft, curved arc lamp with a large material shade like this one. our curva arc floor lamp placed over an armchair in your living room will enhance the calming atmosphere in your home whilst also creating a functioning light for reading or other activities.

Alternatively, for a more on trend interior choice, the Curva Cool Grey Floor Lamp with Multi Coloured Shades can bring attention to a boring spot in your home that was previously being wasted. Placed in the corner of your office or hallway, this stylish arc lamp can become a focal point that not only brings your interior design together, but also brightens up your room without taking up a huge amount of space.

Will arc lamps ever go out of fashion?

Arc lamps are a true statement floor light piece that celebrates both style and function. They can be made from any material, scaled to any size, created with a large or small base, big or little shade, they can be soft and subtle, large and garish, and they can be designed to fit any interior style you could dream of. Because of this, we don’t believe arc lamps could ever go out of fashion. And that’s not to mention how functional they are!

Arc lamps are more than just a floor lamp, they’re a contemporary piece of design suited for any room in your home. They have been designed with appearance and functionality in mind, making them a fantastic choice of floor light for any interior.

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