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Plena
Suspension lamp by Gargioni and Albouy with a high-reflectivity PVC canvas, 70 x 70 cm (W x D)
700 × 700 mm
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Description
Overview
Plena is a suspension lamp with semi-diffused and accent down light, named after the moon. Eugenio Gargioni and Guillaume Albouy designed it for Foscarini; the light is reflected onto the surface underneath and diffused towards the ceiling by a special canvas with high light reflectivity.
Construction
The diffuser is a double PVC canvas of the kind usually used for large backlit lighting screens. A white painted metal rod forms its edge and stretches the screen. The support arch is matt white powder coated die cast aluminium, with the COB LED in the centre behind a polycarbonate screen, and the transparent electrical cables are load bearing.
Specifications
- Size: 70 x 70 cm (W x D)
- Material: PVC and varnished aluminium
- Light: integrated COB LED of 32 W, 2700 K colour temperature, 3530 lumens, CRI above 90
- Net weight: 2.1 kg
- Ratings: CE marking, IP20 protection
Story
Named after the moon
Plena takes its name from the moon and its light: reflected onto the surface below and diffused towards the ceiling through a special canvas with high light reflectivity. The lamp lights a room completely while remaining soft and enveloping.
A canvas used for backlit screens
The diffuser is a double PVC canvas, a material usually found in large backlit lighting screens. The structure of the arch that supports it acts as a dissipator, and the transparent electrical cables carry the load.