FL50 floor lamps

New narratives

The FL50 floor lamps embody the philosophy that defines oskar de roover objects as a brand: creating new narratives around the intrinsic value and sustainable use of materials. Made from responsibly sourced and connected materials, the lamps invite you to look beyond their surfaces. At first glance, you see two pieces of natural stone standing upright and tall, connected via a stainless-steel tube to which a lamp is attached. The stones take an ‘active’ position, inviting people to look closely at their natural beauty. There is history in the stone’s veins, texture in their colors, and honesty in their simplicity. But the stones reveal a backstory, too. Each of the marble and granite pieces used for these lamps were rescued by Oskar De Roover from various sources. Over the past five years, the young designer behind the brand gathered over three tons of stone slabs – now hidden in a small garage in Antwerp, Belgium. The pieces used for this limited family of floor lamps were all parts of mantelpieces, windowsills, and wall coverings.

A (temporary) function

In incorporating these rescued materials into a new design, the future sustainability of the object is always emphasized. For the FL50 floor lamps, the marble pieces were carefully cleaned, cut, and honed before being gently clamped between two brackets. These stainless-steel brackets, produced by Hitch Tools, prevent the use of glue or screws, which means that none of the stones need to be damaged in the assembly process. A second consequence is that the stones can be re-used indefinitely, not limiting their future potential. As such, the FL50 lamp series – 50 here referring to the length of the lamp’s tube – exemplifies how thoughtful craftsmanship and innovative techniques can enhance the longevity and potential of materials. The design is not just centered on the preservation of materials. Instead, it creates a narrative that ties together the past, present, and future.