Bijou is a minimalist portable lamp inspired by the early battery-operated lamps. It is designed by Brussels-based studio PaulinePlusLuis. The name, Bijou comes from one of the first portable lamps designed for domestic use.
From the designers, “The Bijou lamp comes from the story and the industrial aesthetics of these first battery-operated lamps that have became iconic, combined with contemporary lighting techniques. This confrontation makes the object timeless and familiar. Its simple aesthetics reflects its use. The handle, that allows assembling all the components, highlights the nomadic aspect of the lamp. The horizontal open tube symbolizes the bi-directional light, while the vertical tube represents the basis. The Bijou lamp is made of anodized aluminum. Its basis contains the electrical system, composed of a USB rechargeable battery and a dimmer, as well as the LED light source. The light is reflected in the upper part and diffused in both directions thanks to the two translucent PMMA discs.”
