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Shining a
light on belux
Since its inception in 1970,
belux has illuminated the world
with its innovative lighting
solutions. Originally founded
in Switzerland, the company
initially focused on producing
lights for the workshop sector.
However, a decade later, belux
made a pivotal shift towards
developing and manufacturing
designer lighting for both living
and working spaces, leaving
behind its workshop roots.
From the outset, belux
embraced the principle of
experimental innovation, always
willing to take risks in pursuit
of groundbreaking designs.
Collaborating with renowned
Swiss designer Hannes
Wettstein marked a turning
point, yielding iconic creations
like “Snodo” and “Ball.” In 1982,
belux achieved international
acclaim with “Metro,” the world’s
first low-voltage cable system,
signaling its commitment to
pushing the boundaries of
lighting technology.
In the following years, belux
continued to foster innovation
through initiatives like the
design competition for
luminaires in 1984, which
attracted submissions from
young designers worldwide.
The winning concept, “Tubo,”
and subsequent creations such
as the desk lamp “Lifto” by
Swiss designer Benjamin Thut,
solidified belux’s reputation as a
purveyor of lighting classics.
Throughout the 1990s, belux
further expanded its creative
horizons with projects like
the “Private Light” initiative,
featuring experimental wall
light designs from esteemed
designers like Michele de
Lucchi and Ron Arad. The
company also responded to
the real estate crisis of the era
by introducing “Economy” in
1992, the first direct/indirect
luminaire family for offices,
offering a cost-effective lighting
solution without compromising
on quality.
As the new millennium
dawned, belux continued to
innovate, embracing LED
technology and collaborating
with internationally renowned
designers within the Vitra
Group. Frank Gehry, Naoto
Fukasawa, and Ronan & Erwan
Bouroullec were among the
luminaries who contributed
to belux’s portfolio, creating
poetic designs that captivated
audiences worldwide.
In 2016, belux entered a new
chapter of its storied history as
it became a sister-company
of kreon. kreon, specializing
in lighting solutions for the
high-end architectural market,
complemented belux’s offerings
seamlessly. Despite the
ownership change, both belux
and kreon remain distinct
entities, leveraging their
combined expertise to push the
boundaries of lighting design.
With its decades-long legacy
of innovation and unwavering
commitment to quality, belux
continues to illuminate spaces
around the globe. From its
humble beginnings in the
workshop sector to its current
position at the forefront of
the lighting industry, belux’s
timeless designs and pioneering
spirit ensure that it will remain a
beacon of creativity for years to
come.
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