Originally designed for Finland's University of Jyväskylä in 1953, Alvar Aalto's A331 Pendant is one of his most recognisable and beloved pendant light designs. As the name suggests, the A331 Beehive light was inspired by a beehive's layered structure, which is reflected in its organic form. Featuring polished brass or chrome plated rings which filter and diffuse the light softly around the room, it conveys a sense of weightlessness and ethereal beauty reminiscent of a mobile ornament.
With its distinct but minimal design, the A331 Beehive can be used in various spaces from the kitchen, dining room and office to other public environments. Constructed from hand-spun aluminium with steel rings, the A331 Beehive is an iconic and styish lighting design ensuring warm and diffused light when illuminated.
The A331 Beehive is available in three different finishes.
A331 Beehive Pendant Light
A331 Beehive Pendant Light
by Artek
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Technical Information
Dimensions:-
Diameter: 33 cm, Height: 30 cm, Cable Length: 250 cm
Light Source - E27 (bulb not included)
Power - Maximum 8W (LED), 75W (incandescent)
Voltage - 220-240V
IP Rating - 20
Nominal Frequency - 50-60 Hz
Appliance Classes - Class II
This luminaire is compaitable with bulbs of the energy classes: A to G.
Materials/Construction
Shade - White or black painted hand-spun aluminium
Rings - Polished brass or chrome plated steel
Cable - White plastic
Made in: China
Originally designed for Finland's University of Jyväskylä in 1953, Alvar Aalto's A331 Pendant is one of his most recognisable and beloved pendant light designs. As the name suggests, the A331 Beehive light was inspired by a beehive's layered structure, which is reflected in its organic form. Featuring polished brass or chrome plated rings which filter and diffuse the light softly around the room, it conveys a sense of weightlessness and ethereal beauty reminiscent of a mobile ornament.
With its distinct but minimal design, the A331 Beehive can be used in various spaces from the kitchen, dining room and office to other public environments. Constructed from hand-spun aluminium with steel rings, the A331 Beehive is an iconic and styish lighting design ensuring warm and diffused light when illuminated.
The A331 Beehive is available in three different finishes.
This product is designed by
Alvar Aalto
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976), born in Kuortane, Finland, is now recognised as one of the great masters of modern architecture. He designed buildings for nearly all the significant public institutions, as well as standardised housing and private homes, during his long and prolific career. Aalto was one of the co-founders of Artek, leaving a legacy with lasting resonance.
Aalto's architecture is notably Finnish, exhibiting a strong individuality and marked by warm humanity. His buildings derive their aesthetic character from their dynamic relationship with natural surroundings, their human scale, well-executed details, unique treatment of materials, and innovative use of lighting.
Alvar Aalto's name has become significant in the history of design due to his innovations in form and line....