STILNOVO BASCULA LED pendant lamp 2700K/3000K

Description:

Stilnovo Bascula is the return of a legend. Designed in the mid-80s by Shigeaki Asahara, this lamp constitutes one of the most recognizable examples of the balance between the "space" aesthetic of those years and modern technology. It is not just lighting – it is a precise optical instrument that combines Italian tradition with Japanese engineering. The Bascula model draws inspiration from a fascination with physics and motion. The reissue introduced by the Stilnovo brand retains the original charm of the prototype, however replacing obsolete halogen sources with an advanced LED module, which guarantees excellent light quality with minimal energy consumption.

Design: balance and kinetics

The distinguishing feature of the Bascula lamp is its unique construction based on a counterweight system, which gives the interior a dynamic, modern character.

• Balance system: The shade in the form of a flat disc is connected to a characteristic, conical weight. Thanks to this, the lamp maintains ideal stability, despite being suspended on just a single support point of the arm.
• Adjustment: The user can freely adjust the suspension height of the shade, which makes this model an extremely functional solution over tables of variable height or for interiors with non-standard architecture.
• Materials: The structure is made of aluminum (available in a white or black finish), while the diffuser is high-class tempered glass, which gives the lamp a noble character.

Light: technology in the service of comfort

The contemporary Bascula is a masterpiece of light engineering. An integrated topLED source is used here, which eliminates the defects of old light bulbs and introduces a new quality to home and office lighting.

• No glare effect: A glass diffuser placed in the lower part of the disc softly diffuses the light. Even when looking up, the user is not exposed to direct, blinding glare.
• True colors (CRI 90): The lamp possesses a very high color rendering index. This means that dishes on the table, furniture wood, or skin tone look natural and vivid in its light.
• Focused beam: The shape of the shade directs the majority of the luminous flux directly downwards, which makes it an ideal task lamp (for work) or table lamp.

Design history

Shigeaki Asahara, a Japanese designer creating in Italy, designed the Bascula in 1985. It was a time of fascination with "high-tech design" – combining raw, technical details with elegance. Bascula, reminiscent somewhat of a spaceship or an element of a laboratory scale, fits perfectly into this trend. Today it is a sought-after element of interior equipment in modern classic, minimalist, and industrial styles.

Technical data: 

• Manufacturer: Stilnovo (Italy)
• Designer: Shigeaki Asahara
• Type: pendant lamp
• Material: aluminum (body), glass (diffuser)
• Light source: integrated LED module (topLED)
• Light color: 2700K/3000K (warm white)
• Power: 26W
• Luminous flux: 2700K-3574lm, 3000K-3795lm
• CRI: 90
• Power supply: 220-240V

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the Stilnovo Bascula lamp dimmable?

Tak, this model is adapted for dimming. Depending on the selected driver version, the lamp works with DALI systems or traditional phase-cut dimming. We recommend checking the specifications of the specific model before purchasing a switch.

What rooms does this lamp fit?

Due to the direct light directed downwards, Bascula is ideal over a dining table, a kitchen island, and also as prestigious lighting over a desk in a study or a conference table in an office. Its technical character blends perfectly with lofts.

Are the LEDs in this lamp replaceable?

The lamp uses a high-quality integrated LED module with a very long lifespan. The module is not replaceable by the user in the traditional way (like a light bulb), which is standard in modern premium lighting. Such a solution guarantees better cooling and stable light parameters for years.