Rethinking spatial dynamics with Vibia lighting

Located directly under the roof of the building, the duplex has a wrought iron ceiling. Pluminus offered the ideal lighting solution. With its simple plug-in technology and distinctive fabric belt, the system allowed A&P Interiorisme to link various luminaires in multiple rooms from a single point of connection.

Tracing a line across the centre of the kitchen ceiling, the belt distinguishes between the cooking zone, with a sleek linear diffuser, and the dining area, which incorporates an elegant conical pendant, before dropping vertically down over a countertop with a single spherical luminaire. The tautness of the belt’s transverse trajectory across the kitchen is softened by the way it gently drapes into the corner of the room, ending neatly in a loose curl.

In addition to its composition, Plusminus identifies activity zones by introducing a range of different lighting effects. Suspended over the dining table the pendant creates a sense of community with its enveloping warmth. By contrast, the intense radiance of the linear diffuser clearly indicates a “workstation” for cooking. The diffuse glow of the sphere creates an intimate ambiance that complements the broad downlight of the conical pendant.

Moving into the living room, another Pluminus system was used to separate the staircase and illuminate the library, creating a decorative and functional geometric play. Stretching from ceiling to floor in a wide cross, the fabric belt creates a false wall, reducing the volume of the space while bringing light closer to the desired area of activity.

Spotlights are positioned strategically to highlight specific features, such as the potted plants and books that decorate the shelves, or to provide focused illumination, such as a reading light at the corner of the sofa. The system’s linear architecture adapts to the fresh interior style, while its criss-crossed configuration creates an intriguing visual language.

At the entrance, A&P Interiorisme introduces a Top ceiling light, a contemporary re-imagining of the timeless ceiling rose. Designed by Ramos & Bassols for Vibia, a pair of simple concentric circles cast a uniform glow that enhances the texture and tone of the solid oak staircase.

The central diffuser creates a focal point of LED-powered light, which is reflected by the larger disc to generate a halo of indirect illumination. Confined within the diameter of the outer ring, Top’s gentle luminescence forms a stark contrast with the heavy wooden flooring and rich green of the adjacent wallpaper.

Lighting up a second hallway, the Meridiano wall light gives depth to the bottom of the staircase and takes advantage of the glass-clad passageway to the laundry room. Designed for Vibia by Jordi Vilardell & Meritxell Vidal, its magical luminous effect brings a whole new dynamic to the project, functioning as both ambient lighting and compelling sculpture.

Like a solar eclipse, a diffuse glow radiates out from an invisible spherical structure made of corrugated steel rods. Visible from the main living area, it forms a decadent star motif, casting a beautiful pattern of spokes across the wall.

Credits:
– Interior design: AP Interiorisme
– Photography: Enric Badrinas
– Lighting: Vié Llums

Featured Products:
– Plusminus
– Top
– Meridiano