Artemide was established in the 1960s in Italy, now the company is one of the best-known lighting companies in the world. The company has developed its philosophy of “The Human Light”, refining its skills in light design, inventing innovative technologies, and producing high quality and exceptional design illumination products.
The curious and inventive spirit of the company resulted in many patents of mechanical, technological, and innovative solutions of lightning products. The company is proud to be a creator of such iconic products as Tolomeo, Eclisse, Pipe, and the IN-EI collection, all of which were exhibited at the Compasso D’oro Awards. The brand has received the career award of Compasso D’oro in 1994, European Desing Prize in 1997, and “Leonardo Italian Quality Prize” in 2012.
The awards were given and exhibitions are praising Artemide lamps for a reason – the company is considered a leader in creating the best contemporary design lamps around the world.
The brand highly values the power of collaborations and young talents, thus it has numerous partnerships with international designers, organizes workshops with design schools, and partners up with Italian and international universities implementing the research of the field and always going one step ahead industry.
Artemide was founded in 1960 by Ernesto Gismondi in Pregnana Milanese, Italy.
Now the company has 24 affiliate branches and 55 branded showrooms across the world, exporting its products to 98 countries. 5 production plants are in Italy, France, Hungary, and Canada. Artemide has more than 750 skilled professionals working for the company, 60 of which are in the research and development department center, ensuring the company’s focus on innovation.
Artemide works follow the set of values, including material knowledge, responsible manufacturing, innovative technology, historic experience, and sustainable design.