GUBI Floor Lamp Multi-Lite Floor Lamp

Multi-Lite Floor Lamp

$1,999

Made by GUBI

Designed by Louis Weisdorf

Conceived by Louis Weisdorf in 1972, the Multi-Lite Floor Lamp is one of Danish modernism's most considered lighting objects. Two independently articulated outer shades allow the user to direct light upward, downward, or asymmetrically, making the lamp as responsive as it is formal.

Weisdorf approached lighting as a problem of both geometry and atmosphere. The Multi-Lite reflects that dual ambition: its silhouette reads as sculpture at rest, yet every angle is purposeful. The interplay of circular forms and precise proportions shifts with the viewer's position, rewarding close attention.

  • Designed 1972, reissued by GUBI with archival fidelity
  • Independently adjustable shades for directional or ambient light
  • Available in multiple finishes to suit varied interior sensibilities
  • A cornerstone of the Danish modernist lighting canon
Color
Color: Brass - Shiny Brass

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Product Details

Details
  • Designed by Louis Weisdorf
  • Iconic design allowing multiple lighting options
  • Metal construction with brass, chrome and black/white semi-matt finishes
  • Shade configuration: Two rotating quarter‑spherical shades; individually adjustable to direct light upward, downward, or asymmetrically
  • Socket and lamp type: E26 socket
  • Recommended lamp: 1000 Lumen (~ 13W LED)
  • Not dimmable
  • 120v Specified for US market (market-specific compliance and approvals)
Measurements

H × Dia

58.3 x 15.4 in.
148 × 39.1 cm.

Shipping & Returns

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Warranty

Luminaire is an authorized retailer of GUBI. The product comes with a full manufacturer warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed the Multi-Lite Floor Lamp and when?

The Multi-Lite was designed by Danish architect and designer Louis Weisdorf in 1972. It was later reissued by GUBI, which holds the archival rights and produces the lamp in close accordance with the original design.

How do the Multi-Lite's adjustable shades work?

Each of the two outer shades rotates independently on its axis, allowing the user to redirect light upward for ambient diffusion, downward for task illumination, or in opposing directions for an asymmetric, sculptural effect.

What finishes is the GUBI Multi-Lite Floor Lamp available in?

The Multi-Lite Floor Lamp is offered in several finishes, including options that range from warm metallics to matte tones. The specific palette reflects GUBI's commitment to material coherence across their reissued collection.

Is the Multi-Lite considered a collector's design piece?

Yes. The Multi-Lite occupies a recognized place in the canon of postwar Scandinavian design, and its geometric rigor and functional ingenuity have made it a reference point in museum collections and design scholarship alike.

How does the Multi-Lite Floor Lamp fit into a contemporary interior?

Its proportions and geometric clarity allow it to coexist with both mid-century and contemporary furnishings. Architects and designers often position it as a focal object precisely because its form holds its own without competing with surrounding pieces.

Brand & Designer

GUBI
Bagdad Portable Lamp

GUBI

Founded in 1967 in Copenhagen, Denmark, GUBI specializes in furniture, lighting, and interior objects that unite timeless icons, contemporary design, and refined Scandinavian elegance.
Louis Weisdorf
Multi-Lite Table Lamp

Louis Weisdorf

A Danish architect and designer known for sculptural lighting, geometric clarity, and a refined balance of versatility, function, and imagination.