Bocci

The distinction lies in process. Bocci's glass is formed through techniques, hand-blowing into textile molds, internal casting, simultaneous multi-blower collaboration, that make the material itself a co-author of the final form. No two pieces are identical, not as a marketing claim but as a direct consequence of how they are made. Light passes through or pools within glass that carries the physical record of its own making. Omer Arbel's practice is rooted in this tension between industrial process and irreducible chance, and it shapes every series Bocci produces.

Bocci works with both techniques, and each produces a distinct material character. Cast glass involves pouring molten glass into molds and cooling it slowly, trapping light within a dense, refractive body. Hand-blown glass is shaped by breath and heat in real time, producing thinner walls, organic surface variation, and a softer diffusion. Some series combine both approaches within a single form. The technique determines how the finished piece holds, scatters, and transforms light. The 14.5 Random is a clear illustration of cast glass: five spheres whose internal character shifts with every hour of light.

Scale and proximity are the primary considerations. Pendant clusters and chandeliers distribute light across a wider field and function as architectural statements, best suited to double-height spaces, dining rooms, or open-plan environments. Table lamps bring the same glass vocabulary into direct, intimate contact with a surface, where the form reads as an object as much as a light source. Floor lamp configurations offer a middle register, present at eye level without requiring ceiling infrastructure. Our interior design services can help assess ceiling heights, room scale, and lighting coordination before you commit to a configuration.

Dimming compatibility varies by series. Many Bocci fixtures operate on low-voltage 12V systems and support ELV (Electronic Low Voltage) dimming, which allows fine atmospheric control. Table lamp hardware across several series incorporates an integral dimmer built into the base cylinder, accessible without a wall switch. The 100t is one such example, with the dimming mechanism integrated into the brass or black cylinder that forms its base. Always confirm the specific dimming requirements for your chosen series and consult a qualified electrician, as compatibility depends on the dimmer type and installation context.

Some Bocci fixtures carry an IP55 rating when installed with the appropriate gasket, making them suitable for wet locations including bathrooms and covered outdoor areas. However, IP ratings vary by series, and not all Bocci lighting is rated for damp or wet environments. Always verify the IP rating for the specific fixture and confirm installation requirements with a qualified electrician before specifying for any moisture-prone location.

Multi-pendant Bocci configurations are specified by pendant count, canopy type, cable drop lengths, and glass finish. Cable drops are often customizable across a wide range, allowing the cluster to read as a compressed cloud or an open, drifting composition. Installation requires coordination with a licensed electrician familiar with low-voltage systems, and larger configurations may need structural assessment for ceiling load. Bocci supplies the minimum number of remote power supplies required for each grouping. For project-driven work, our Design Concierge can help coordinate specifications and lead times from the earliest stage of planning.

Glass finish options vary by series but commonly include clear, grey, sepia, white opaline, pink, and dark mirror. Each colorway fundamentally changes how the piece interacts with light: opaline softens and disperses, clear transmits with depth, sepia warms the output toward amber, and dark mirror retains and reflects. Because each piece is individually formed, the same colorway can read differently across pendants within a single installation, which is considered a quality of the work rather than an inconsistency.

Several Bocci series are available in made-to-order configurations, with pendant counts, cable drop lengths, canopy finishes, and glass colorways specified to suit a particular installation. This flexibility is especially relevant for large-scale chandelier compositions, where the spatial relationship between pendants is as considered as the objects themselves. Lead times for made-to-order pieces are longer than stock items, and early specification is recommended for project-driven timelines. The 14.20 Random is one such series: twenty cast-glass pendants with cable drops customizable from 300mm to 12,000mm, allowing the composition to be resolved entirely around the space it will occupy.