Mandorla
Made by Flos
Designed by Patricia Urquiola
Almendra di Patricia Urquiola prende il nome dalla mandorla, una forma che suggerisce morbidezza e geometria naturale. Il carattere della lampada, tuttavia, è definito dalla disciplina. Un corpo tubolare in alluminio, con finitura opaca o metallizzata, incontra terminali lavorati a CNC che impongono esattezza in ogni giunto, in ogni punto finale.
Il cuore di Almendra è la tecnologia Edge Lighting di Flos. Le unità emettitrici di luce ruotano con incrementi di 60 gradi, consentendo al sistema di passare da disposizioni lineari a composizioni a forma libera all'interno dello stesso apparecchio. La lampada si adatta alla geometria di uno spazio piuttosto che affermare la propria.
- Struttura tubolare in alluminio con terminali in alluminio lavorati a CNC
- Opzioni di finitura opaca o metallizzata
- Edge Lighting con incrementi di rotazione di 60 gradi
- Dimmer integrato compatibile con i protocolli 1-10V, DALI e a taglio di fase
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What is Edge Lighting technology in the Almendra?
Edge Lighting is Flos's system that positions light-emitting elements along the edge of a profile rather than facing downward. In the Almendra, this produces a diffused, directional glow that can be reoriented in 60-degree increments, giving a single fixture considerable compositional range.
Can the Almendra be configured for large or irregular spaces?
Yes. The modular system is designed to produce both linear runs and free-form arrangements, making it well suited to spaces where a rigid grid would conflict with the architecture. Configurations should be discussed with a lighting specialist or the manufacturer to ensure structural and electrical compatibility.
What dimming systems are compatible with the Almendra?
The Almendra supports 1-10V, DALI, and phase-cut dimming protocols, which covers the most common building management and residential control systems used in professional installations.
What finishes are available for the Almendra?
The lamp is offered in matte and metallized finishes on its tubular aluminium body. Each finish produces a distinct relationship with ambient light, the matte version absorbing light quietly and the metallized option reflecting it with greater presence.
Who is Patricia Urquiola and what defines her design approach?
Patricia Urquiola is a Madrid-born, Milan-based designer whose practice spans furniture, lighting, interiors, and architecture. Her work is recognized for drawing from craft traditions and organic references while remaining grounded in industrial production methods, a balance that the Almendra expresses clearly.
