Toio uplighter
Castiglioni's classic
The floor lamp Toio is a lights classic from the Italian design duo Achilles and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and one of her first lighting designs from the early 1960s. Especially with the Italian lighting manufacturer Flos Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni were closely associated with Flos from the very beginning. Their designs produced by Flos were and are the driving force behind the Italian company's reputation for innovative luminaire design to this day. Designed in 1962, the Toio floor lamp has been part of the Flos luminaire collection from the very beginning. It consists of an edged and curved steel base with a diameter of 21 centimetres, which is available in a choice of black, red or white is lacquered. A metal rod made of nickel-plated brass holds the height-adjustable diffuser in place. A cord dimmer allows the light to be adjusted to the desired brightness. A cable holder attached to the base is ideal for winding up the almost 2.5 meter long cable - the same principle as with ropes on a sailing ship.
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Adapting the everyday
The design language of brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni is characterized by the adaptation of everyday objects, shapes and functions, which they skilfully interpret and give a completely new application. The diffuser of the Toio floor lamp , for example, consists of a car headlight perched on a metal rod and has an impressive output of 300 watts. Launched in the same year as Toio are the table lamp Taccia and the floor lamp Arco dated.
Functionality and versatility
What makes the Toio floor lamp so special is its functionality and versatility. The floor lamp can be used as a reading light, accent lighting and even as a bright task light. Even different areas of a room can be individually illuminated, as the spotlight can be swiveled and tilted in any direction. The spotlight produces a direct but pleasantly diffuse light. The room is illuminated evenly while still providing a pleasant atmosphere. The light from the Toio luminaire can be described as clear and brilliant, but without dazzling or being perceived as unpleasant.
Accent for every room
The classic yet surprising design is ambitious and timeless, making the floor lamp Toio a successful investment and a great addition to a variety of interior styles and environments. In the kitchen, office, living room or study - Toio was designed by the Castiglioni brothers to be multifunctional. Thanks to the selection of classic materials and its well thought-out design, the space-saving floor lamp can be adapted to existing furnishings, adds an accent and enhances the ambience.
Made in Italy
Then as now, the Toio luminaire is manufactured in Italy using materials of the highest quality and the highest quality workmanship. The interplay of craftsmanship and technology, form and function make the floor lamp an icon of lamp design and an understated statement in the room. As a design classic, Toio combines timeless design with modern technology. The floor lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni is part of the Flos collection of TAGWERC. At TAGWERC Design STORE you will only receive design originals from the current production, i.e. new goods in original packaging, as well as all original spare parts for the lights Toio and Toio LED.
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Material
- Material
- Color
- Aluminum
- red
Dimension
- Height
- Diameter
- Weight
- Cable length
- Cable color
- Dimmer / cord dimmer
- 158.00 - 195.00 cm
- 21.00 cm
- 8.20 kg
- 247 cm
- black
- Yes
Light source
- Lamp type
- Energy class
- Version
- Max. power
- Execution
- Dimmable
- Light color
- Luminous flux
- Energy consumption
- Bulbs included
- Gx16d
- 1x MAX. 300 WATT
- Clear
- Yes
The Toio floor lamp was designed by
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni are two of the most important Designer in Italy at the time of the economic miracle. Their designs outline the style of 'industrial design'. The brothers' designs have won numerous awards. lights and everyday objects bear the unique signature of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni.
