We have BIG news (with a capital B 😉) at Anglepoise HQ! Absolutely thrilled to share that we are now a part of the growing B Corp Community. This certification is just the next step on our journey to continuously improve and set ever higher standards for ourselves while learning from, and inspiring, others. We'll be adding more in the coming months on our plans for B Corp on our website, here, and on our other social channels so do give us a follow or check out our blog. #reinventingbusiness #bcorpcertified #thelongview #sustainability #betterbusiness #businessforgood
Anglepoise® | B Corp™
Design Services
Abandon Darkness. Makers of the Original 1227™ & Type 75™.
About us
In 1932, when vehicle suspension engineer George Carwardine invented a spring, crank and lever mechanism that could be positioned with the lightest of touch yet would maintain its position once released, a blueprint for the first Anglepoise task lamp was born. The Anglepoise lamp has subsequently achieved iconic status and its engaging, anthropomorphic form is recognised and admired all around the world. Over the years, the Anglepoise lamp has been developed under the careful watch of the founding Terry family, without ever losing sight of its primary function, and unique, characterful form. From the creation of the Original 1227™ lamp, to the development of extended collections by esteemed industrial product designer Sir Kenneth Grange, to recent collaborations with renowned designers Paul Smith and Margaret Howell, incomparable British design remains at the heart of this progressive British brand. Today, Anglepoise lamps can be found today in homes and of offices, restaurants, bars and hotels in more than 50 countries.
- Website
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www.anglepoise.com
External link for Anglepoise® | B Corp™
- Industry
- Design Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Portsmouth
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1934
- Specialties
- Design, Manufacturing, Interior, and Lighting
Locations
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Primary
Portsmouth, GB
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New York, US
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Cologne, DE
Employees at Anglepoise® | B Corp™
Updates
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Another one from the archive. For all you French Horn players out there😉. Or anyone who likes to play a musical instrument really. 'Light just where it's wanted. Perfectly angled. Perfectly poised.' Some things never change. Usefulness and practicality still run at the core of everything we do today. (And tomorrow for that matter)👍 #doonethingwell #anglepoise #timelessdesign #throwbackthursday
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Some things never change ... ... It's as true today as it was in this 1970's brochure. #doonethingwell #anglepoise #timelessdesign #throwforwardthursday
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A classic for a throwback Thursday. One of our old adverts from the 50's showcasing the flexibility of the Anglepoise lamp. "Flexible as your finger ... stays put at any angle" Something we still try and stay true to in our designs, even today. #throwbackthursday #anglepoise #abandondarkness #guaranteedforlife
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The all new Original 1227 Desk Lamp in Coral Red now available globally at Anglepoise and selected retail partners globally. Photo Credit: @jetepimpemaisonjolie #anglepoise #original1227 #brightlight #desklamp #lamp #lighting #lightingdesign #builtolast #lifetimewarranty #lifetimeguarentee
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Repair is at the heart of what we have always done at Anglepoise. It’s a simple act of love that connects people and things. In the old factory there was an employee called Alf Jenkman, and for nearly 40 years he was responsible for repairing and servicing lamps for customers. He became pretty darn good at it too, and it created a simple saying at the time, if you needed something doing “Ask Alf …” Well for years now; not quite 40 we must add! The baton has passed firmly onto another individual, and the problem solving mantra has changed to “Ask Lauz … “ She has worked away and the numbers of small repairs and rewires keep on growing, as do the smiles on our customers faces. The age of our products keep on increasing too, many now hitting 90 years young, and with this love and attention are still going strong. So, in a world of obsolescence, this really is a shining symbol of permanence. All thanks to Lauz. #repair #guaranteedforlife #anglepoise #abandondarkness
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Heading to Paris for Maison & Objet and Paris Design Week? We will be on display at NEDGIS showroom from Thursday 5th to Friday 13th September. 40 Rue du Vertbois, 75003 Paris Our EU Sales Manager Jeanne Duquenne will be in town Friday 6th September. Get in touch if you would like to book a meeting - email hello@anglepoise.com
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The Anglepoise has inspired cartoonists, artists and musicians. A 1984 reissue of A Can of Bees, an album by the post-punk English band The Soft Boys, features a live version of their curious song, (I Want To Be An) Anglepoise Lamp. #throwbackthursday #music #softboys #anglepoise #abandondarkness #guaranteedforlife
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Planning Your Summer Holidays, but can't take your loyal lighting companion with you ... Well all is not lost. You can take our lovely book with you instead. 😀 Full of inspirational storytelling to enhance your much earned break 💡 Like all good stories, the Anglepoise legacy is worth repeating and sharing. It all began in 1932 with the ingenious George Carwardine and his groundbreaking spring mechanism. The story is lovingly documented by Jonathan Glancey in our book, 'Spring Light.' Available from our Website: https://lnkd.in/esgw9pMD #design #storytelling
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The Humble Spring That Sparked a Revolution in Design ✌️ It all started with a simple spring – the kind used in car suspensions. But in the hands of the ingenious George Carwardine, that spring took on a new life. With a brilliant spark of inspiration, he transformed it into the mechanism that would power the first Anglepoise lamp. And just like that, a design icon was born. Looking for a holiday read or want to know more about our mischievous little lamp's origins? Take a look at 'Spring Light' by Jonathan Glancey – much more than a coffee table book, it is a captivating exploration of our iconic design's journey, from historic engineering drawings to the quality craftsmanship that makes an Anglepoise an Anglepoise. Makes a great gift for design lovers! Find it on our website and get a special 30% off! 😊 https://lnkd.in/dycCexpx #SimpleYetGenius #BuiltToIlluminate #ALight-BulbMoment #TimelessDesign #MustRead #AnglepoiseOriginals