Gastronomy is culture. What we eat not only nourishes us, but it also teaches us, it tells us about the lands where the raw materials are sourced from, about how different dishes are prepared. The Montagud publishing house was founded in 1906 to celebrate this intellectual and communal aspect of food, constructing a published archive that records the legacy of the people who practice the art of cooking. The design of these books, and the Apicus magazine published twice yearly, is impeccable: each of the typographies, the blank spaces, the images are carefully considered. The culinary excellence is informed by the excellence of the books, and that same criteria is now applied to the physical space at the new Barcelona showroom, a space designed for encounters between gastronomic professionals and enthusiasts, food related experiences and shared conversations. A space specifically designed to feed this culture.

The Lago Interioriza studio designed the project which the publishers describe as “a space conceived to support the written word, for meetings and experiences without imposing its presence; a place for people who think about things.” And that design philosophy is also applied to the lighting, designed by Vibia’s Lighting & Wellbeing Studio team as a sequence of settings organised around the space that supports the various rituals that happen there. The Plusminus collection which was designed by the Diez Office featuring a textile belt which integrates the electrical wiring that allows different light fittings to be attached, provides this project with a remarkable versatility and complements the table lamp fittings, Musa, Africa and Mayfair as well as the hanging lamp Tempo.

On arrival, neatly organised bookshelves greet visitors, taking centre stage within the space. Beside them, a long table invites us to leaf through the pages of the books on display. Here, Plusminus helps organise the spatial layout. Along a single textile belt a linear diffuser is attached that illuminates the tabletop combined with a few spots that direct the gaze towards the bookshelves. Perched over the table is Musa which introduces a more intimate scale through its design by Note Design Studio that attenuates the light through the hand-blown opaline glass shade. Meanwhile Africa sits on the side table, designed by Francisco Gomez Paz, projecting a sculpted, focal and adjustable lighting.

As we continue to explore deeper inside, we arrive at another corner, separated by a metallic curtain with a bar counter equipped for presentations, lined by a wall of shelving not for books this time, but culinary awards which the publishing house has collected since its founding. The story continues, and Plusminus reappears, this time in a beige tone with semi-spherical lights suspended from the belt. Here too the elegant and portable Africa lamp focuses the light and will also be featured in the kitchen beyond.

In the area used for recording podcasts, christened ‘Se me antoja’, (I’m craving …), the light becomes more attenuated inviting a more intimate conversation, reflexion, and shared intimacy. An effect that Plusminus once again helps generate, this time with semi-spherical diffusers in a beige finish.

We then arrive at the events space, with round tables accommodating gastronomic activities and shared experiences with other diners. Here the lighting is conditioned by the communal activities, inviting a mutual interaction between both while learning about food. The conical version of Plusminus directs the light towards the centre, reinforced by Mayfair Mini, the table version of the lamp, for a more intense illumination. The latter is a lighter contemporary reinterpretation of the classic lamp designed by Diego Fortunato, it reappears in the show-cooking area, supporting gastronomic demonstrations with its focal light over the dining tables and the counters complementing the general lighting scheme that Plusminus provides through the spherical version here attached to the beige coloured textile belt. A tandem that perfectly addresses the different lighting requirements within the same shared space.

The kitchen, tucked into one of the corners, introduces a colourful yellow element into the scheme and, as one would expect, is given pride of place. Here the linear diffuser version of Plusminus returns, a sleek minimalist fitting, highlighting the activities happening at the heart of the space below.

For the bathrooms the subtle silhouette of Tempo, designed by Lievore Altherr, seamlessly blends with its surroundings and completes the spatial flow. The oval structure of progressively more opaline glass attenuates the light and softens it. The collection’s Red Earth finish combines with the candles to create a sensation of calm.

This showroom is proof that food never tastes better than when it’s shared, when it’s discussed, when it is savoured by those who appreciate it. The lighting, a luminous mosaic of different collections that complement one another in the space while also creating a visual continuity, sets the scene for the cultural exchange that happens here.

Much more than simply being decorative the lighting is part of the architecture, dialoguing with it, with the public and the food itself. Adding to the gastronomic experience, highlighting the printed book as an object and celebrating aspects of food that go far beyond the kitchen.

Featured Products:
– Plusminus
– Musa
– Africa
– Mayfair
– Mayfair Mini
– Tempo

Nexum was conceived as a way to connect different areas within our living environment. Levy redefines the concept of the chandelier with an architectural logic. Rather than interpreting the fixture as a central point or decorative object, it is articulated through a modular structure that unfolds horizontally and vertically across a space.

Geometric lines extend and intersect one another, introducing order, rhythm and proportion. As the composition unfolds, it defines pathways and creates hierarchies, encouraging spatial flow and adapting to different needs. It is never imposing, but rather accompanies the architecture.

According to Levy, modularity speaks only about the connection between similar elements, whereas flexibility is the ability to do many different things at the same time. Nexum can be arranged into various geometries—Lineal, Rectangular, Square and Volumetric—adjusting to the proportions of each environment without losing formal coherence.

Within this structure, light is understood as a tool for constructing space, a “language” to generate perception, shape emotion, and define the spatial experience. Light points are discreetly incorporated into Nexum’s geometry, forming part of the system without interrupting its continuity.

Levy emphasizes the importance of delivering subtle, balanced illumination that avoids shadows and excessive contrasts. Rather than playing with graphics, Nexum introduces depth and volume.

Light is no longer concentrated in a single point but distributed evenly, creating spacious, coherent, and comfortable atmospheres. The collection has the specific quality of creating an aura, rather than an effect. This approach makes it possible to illuminate from an elevated position, maintaining a subtle presence that integrates naturally into the space.

Available in suspended and ceiling mounted versions, Nexum adapts to both residential and large-scale contract environments, always maintaining a consistent logic: to conform to its architectural surroundings and create balanced, integrated atmospheres.

In a high-ceilinged atrium in a hotel or restaurant, it magnifies the user’s sense of presence. For smaller, residential settings, the super-slim, ceiling-mounted option provides effective lighting without compromising on space. Installed above a table, it evokes a calm atmosphere, fostering an intimate relationship between user and environment.

Nexum is not an object, it is a system. It is not an invasion of space, but rather a performance of it. Whatever the setting, its luminous geometry connects scenes, organises spaces, and defines serene, coherent environments. Light becomes part of the spatial structure – a continuous, harmonious narrative that flows with the rhythm of daily life.

Imagine a day in June in Copenhagen. The sun brings warmth in anticipation of summer and the city hums to the rhythm of 3daysofdesign. Hours slip away in a constant flow between colourful buildings and cobbled streets. In the heart of the city, the streets open up to reveal a brick church with a rectangular floor plan and a pitched slate roof. Surrounded by an aura of serenity that hints at what awaits inside. And what awaits is CENTER, Vibia’s lighting exhibition curated by Note (design studio), which offered calm, contemplation and stillness throughout the festival.

Inside Helligaandshuset Church, Vibia’s luminaires entered into a dialogue with the historic architecture in all their contemporary character. They made it feel approachable and accessible, while the building, in turn, elevated them. Their light touched every stone, every arch and every ribbed vault. Ritual became the thread connecting present and past because that is precisely what good lighting seeks to achieve: to accompany the ceremonies of everyday life, creating the right setting for every routine, every situation and every emotion. For three days, from 10 to 12 June, CENTER became a shared experience of light.

A large dark wooden table positioned at the centre of the installation acted as the focal point of this act of connection. It was a meeting place where designers, professionals and visitors could gather to converse, share ideas or simply sit and experience the light. On the table, around it, outside the church and within the threshold — the transitional space between the two — different yet complementary luminaires were displayed in a layered lighting composition reflecting the four areas of exploration, what we call design concepts, and with them, different ways of approaching the relationship between light, space and the people who inhabit it.

At the centre of the scene, on the table, were designs whose sensitive light is expressed through materiality, form and texture. These collections embody the concept of ‘Materiality and warm light’, representing the meeting point between lighting and art. Visitors to the exhibition in Copenhagen were able to discover two collections that will be available next autumn: Duna, designed by Cecilie Manz, and Array Lineal, by Umut Yamac. The first is a delicate structure made of washi paper, light and almost absent. The second explores the possibilities of thread to create luminous sculptures. Asia, by Antoni Arola, was also present, evoking the archetype of the Eastern house.

To one side of the installation stood Circus, by Antoni Arola, with its elegant simplicity designed to conduct light. Under the concept of ‘Conducting light through space’, it guided the visitor journey alongside the Plusminus collection by Diez Office, positioned behind Duna, between it and Array Lineal.

Both iconic collections, which have played a defining role in Vibia’s evolution, are born from this idea and share the same philosophy: a structure — a conductive bar in the case of the former and a textile belt in the case of the latter — into which different types of luminaires can be integrated. Designs that adapt in service of creativity.

At both ends of the large table, the scene evolved throughout the day thanks to luminaires responding to the concept of ‘Dynamic light’, whose illumination changed in tone and intensity to adapt to the natural light filtering through the large stained-glass windows. Among them were two collections that will soon join the Vibia catalogue: Daylight, by Daniel Rybakken, which evokes the effect of natural light entering through a window, and Oko, by Ramos & Bassols, a monolith floating in space whose light interacts with its form.

Their light was complemented by that of the acclaimed Pro, by Holscher Design, which subtly reinterprets the mechanism of the spotlight.

Finally, there were the collections that demonstrate how lighting adapts to different architectural contexts and how outdoor spaces also require warmth and atmosphere. This is the idea behind the fourth concept, ‘Indoor-outdoor living’, and examples could be found both inside and outside the church. Indoors were Africa, designed by Francisco Gomez Paz; Alba, by Palomba Serafini Associati; Mayfair Mini, by Diego Fortunato; and Musa, by Note Design Studio.

In the threshold, the transitional space between interior and exterior, visitors encountered Closer by Ichiro Iwasaki, which reappeared in the garden alongside Out, by Víctor Carrasco, both engaging in dialogue with the surrounding nature and the city beyond.

In a setting conceived for connection, connection was indeed constant and genuine. It happened through spontaneous visits, but also through the ‘Meet the Designers’ sessions, which allowed visitors to meet the designers behind the collections in person, understand how they think and discover their creative processes. It was present from the very beginning, from the evening of 10 June, with the opening celebration that brought together friends of the brand.

Throughout these three days, while Copenhagen breathed design, CENTER offered an invitation to pause, to reflect and to be enveloped by light, by its texture and by the way it can transform a space and those who inhabit it. An invitation to experience that transformation.

Opened in 2018 as an addition to the main centre, the Casa del Silencio (House of Silence) reinforces the identity of this institution founded by Dr. Otto Buchinger, renowned for highlighting therapeutic fasting and wholistic medicine within an integrated programme of medical care. An approach that considers healing not as an interruption in our daily rhythm of life but instead an opportunity for looking at it from a different perspective. Beyond conventional thinking the care here is shaped through generosity, organic materials and a layout that communicates calm, order and harmony.

The gallery is defined by its generous porch, welcome shade and indoor/outdoor feel, where the openings and the arches frame a view of the garden and its water feature with a clarity that changes throughout the day. This continuity specifically helps to introduce a lighting that is subtly integrated with its calming character. At the centre of the space a large table positioned by the water, looking out over the vegetation becomes a focal point for activities and functions as a meeting point. And, right above, the Circus collection, designed by Antoni Arola, introduces a suspended structure in a black finish that follows the porch’s linear axis and provides a visual order with a precise but unobtrusive presence.

Of course, this precision also extends to the way the lighting is projected. The lighting rail allows for the placement of conical shades and small spotlights above the table without cluttering the ceiling with superfluous elements, so each part responds to a specific need and maintains the continuity of the composition. Specifically, the conical shades project the lighting downward over the tabletop which facilitates routine activities such as reading, conversation, or just taking a breather between activities, while the spotlights provide more focused and controlled direct light in the areas where required.

The result is a modular system that allows for combining different effects within a singular solution. The light can be adjusted to different intensities and times of the day, creating a presence while maintaining a steady level of lighting during different activities taking place there. The structure ultimately acts as a common thread, reflecting the calmness embodied by the design within the framework of its location, lighting the space without overwhelming it.

Within a context like this, dedicated to personal care and recuperation, the lighting cannot be simply functional. It is also instrumental in the way the place is perceived, how one orientates oneself within while avoiding any sensation of coldness or impersonal design often associated with clinical type spaces. At Casa del Silencio that approach starts with the Mediterranean style architecture: brightly coloured walls, shade, generous openings and a constant dialogue with the outdoors that conditions the way that light reaches the interior, how it is filtered and augmented as the day progresses.

With its measured presence, seamlessly integrated with the space’s relaxed character which complements the life unfolding under its arches throughout the day, Circus responds to this setting sensitively without overwhelming it. The collection accompanies the project functionally, discreetly and thoughtfully, allowing for each activity to be carried out as planned without disturbing the surrounding calm. A light that facilitates the uses carried out there while fomenting a sense of calm.

Just inside the threshold of Hidden Sant Gervasi the eye is captured automatically by the stainless cylindrical island. There is no bar counter to differentiate the areas. Coffee is ground, weighed and served before whoever arrives in front. Everything happens there, with no division lines. The making process is no longer hidden, in such a way that even just ordering a cup of coffee feels different and much more intimate.

And it didn’t happen by accident. This is the fourth Hidden Coffee Roasters establishment in Barcleona, at number 101 of Travessera de Gràcia, after a pioneering journey which commenced in 2015 when speciality coffee was still an unfamiliar concept for most. Since the beginning as well as introducing the idea to the public, the brand invested in the source, traceability and its own roasting, makign an argument for direct and full transparency between the barista, the client and the product. Rather than accelerating its consumption, the preference was taking one step at a time, from the gran to the cup.

This opening, more than any of the previous ones, encapsulates the journey they’ve undertaken over more than a decade. “For us, it’s a turning point,” explains Hidden, “it’s not just about opening a new space, but about reaffirming who we are today. After years of growth in the sector, we wanted to do something that spoke from experience, from learning, and from the desire to continue adding value.”

That intention is immediately obvious on entering. The architect Javi Iniesta and his team Studio Animal in collaboration with Hidden, designed an interior that avoids anything unnecessary while putting the emphasis on coffee and its preparation. The central island brings together the making and acts as a unifying element for its surroundings, facilitating a more fluid circulation around it. Anyone nearby can observe, ask questions or simply hang out at their leisure. The overall layout is more open, homely, a space that invites spending time rather than just leaving afterwards.

The materials respect the same logic. The charred wood, inspired by the same tones as the roasting process, adds a warm character, while the steel and glass act as a pristine counterpoint. Everything combines while nothing overwhelms. The materials don’t compete with one another. Each element fulfils its specific function and adds to the coffee making activity, which is what ultimately counts, but discreetly. Just like the light.

The Array Collection by Vibia designed by Umut Yamac is suspended over the island with a presence that is equally diaphanous and sculptural. Its slim metal rings and mesh of stretched threads trace an ethereal volume that attenuates the light and directs is in two directions: downwards, where is lights helps the baristas expert hands in the preparation, and upwards, where it’s gently reflected and refracted throughout the rest of the establishment, reaching the tables and waiting area. The lighting is uniform, no glare or stark shadows, immersing the interior atmosphere in a seamless manner, insulating it from the city noises outside.

Featuring the Terra Red finish, the piece introduces an earthy tone that establishes a dialogue with the charred wood and softens the steel, naturally integrating with the interior palette. More than its presence as an object in space, it acts as a calming reference that helps to configure the various elements and mark the daily rhythm. From first thing in the morning when the deluge of coffee orders descends, till the elevenses get-togethers and the more drawn-out afternoon breaks, the lighting facilitates work, conversation or simply disconnecting from the routine. Hidden describe it simply as; “Even just as a central element, it helps us in the perception of a warmer more harmonious space. That was exactly what we were after.”

In the end, it all boils down to something very simple. The grinding of the bean, the dripping water, the expert hands serving the coffee cup. The lighting doesn’t seek to overwhelm, it’s just there, discreetly supporting the daily routine.

Hidden Sant Gervasi demonstrates how when design and lighting work together to elevate the ordinary, even an everyday decision like taking a coffee break can become a mini ritual you’ll want to repeat, in a setting where you’ll want to linger, look around, and let the coffee set the pace.

Credits:
– Architecture and interior design by Javi Iniesta, from Studio Animal, in collaboration with the Hidden Coffee Roasters team.
– Photography by Hidden Coffee Roasters team.

Composing Pendants simplifies the design process, making suspended lighting more accessible. It opens up new creative opportunities by providing greater flexibility, cohesion and ease of installation, while offering a more fluid and intuitive way of working with light.

The system allows designers to work with one or more luminaires, individual or grouped compositions, and multiple possible configurations. Unlimited by the restraints of traditional electrical systems, a single luminaire can flow freely through space, or multiple pendants can be suspended as desired, linked to a single point of connection.

Featuring thirteen versatile pendants, including Algorithm, Flat, Halo, Mayfair, North, Skan, Slim, Tempo, Tube, Wireflow, Knit, Lily and Dama collections, Composing Pendants allows designers to combine different collections and build custom arrangements, adapted to the specific needs of each space.

By arranging various pendants according to their desired lighting effects, designers can create thoughtful compositions that establish visual hierarchy, drawing the viewer’s gaze and highlighting key features, while defining distinctive scenes within a space.

With four discreet fittings to choose from, the system adapts to the existing architecture. For accessible drop ceilings, remote and built-in solutions accentuate the visual lightness of each composition, with flawless connections ensuring a clean, uncluttered aesthetic.

Integrated into the Composing Pendants system, Lily transforms light into a fluid, expressive gesture. Designers are invited to explore tailored compositions that adapt to the needs and scale of each project, uniting technical precision and poetic sensitivity to create an intimate, refined atmosphere in any context.

Drawing inspiration from the archetypal lamp, Lily explores the concept of lightness through refinement. Conceived to transform spaces without overwhelming, it reduces the classic pendant to its purest expression, refining the relationship between each part. The result captures a fundamental and instinctively familiar idea of illumination.

Within Composing Pendants, Lily becomes a flexible tool for architects and designers seeking formal lightness and compositional coherence. Composing with Lily means working with light through subtle layers and precise proportions, structuring spaces with clarity and purpose. Every detail contributes to a balance of technical rigour and deep emotional resonance.

Start exploring Composing Pendants and discover the poetics of lightness and balance with Lily.

Composing Pendants opens up new creative possibilities, inviting professionals to design custom compositions with unlimited freedom. Within this framework, Knit forms majestic textile landscapes that respond intuitively to architectural and spatial needs. Whether standing alone or layered throughout a space, the collection brings softness, elegance, and comfort to any environment.

Knit’s simple, almost elemental silhouette is serene and restrained, conveying a sense of balance and calm. A contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional lampshade, its distinctive geometry is enhanced by meticulous craftsmanship, with seamless transitions between fabric, diffuser and aluminium ring.

The collection enriches spaces with a soft, nuanced atmosphere thanks to the distinctive texture of its fabric sleeve. Each volume is covered in stretchy Lycra, knitted into three-dimensional forms. Playing with transparency and opacity, raised ribs gradually taper towards the top of the piece, with light gently filtering through the fabric between to cast a diffuse, 360-degree glow.

Knit complements natural materials such as wood, stone and linen, and pairs especially well with large sofa arrangements, soft carpets and heavy drapes. The collection offers the perfect solution for designers looking to create a cosy atmosphere in residential settings, such as living rooms or dining areas, as well as hospitality projects, such as restaurants or hotel lounge areas.

A single pendant suspended low over a sleek dining table casts a muted, intimate glow, while another brings an inviting, familiar warmth to an open plan kitchen. A pair of generous volumes enriches a comfortable commercial lounge with their sensuous form and refined illumination, while a standalone piece turns an understated corner into a cosy reading nook. Dense, tactile, and expressive, Knit transforms light into a sensory experience.

Composing with Knit means exploring the relationship between light and materiality through sculptural forms. Its curved silhouette and tactile surface introduce depth and character, interacting with light to create a subtle, layered atmosphere. Within Composing Pendants, Knit becomes a tool for designers seeking to integrate texture, warmth, and compositional coherence, creating cosy scenes that respond to the surrounding architecture. As light gently filters through the knitted fabric, spaces feel warmer and more intimate, the atmosphere softer and more subdued.

Discover the warmth and intimacy of Knit through the Composing Pendants system.

Dama is distinguished by the refinement of its proportions and the lightness of its lines. The collection is held in a dialogue between formal reduction and emotional resonance, its materiality essential to achieving this balance. The exposed aluminium structure becomes a defining feature, outlining the edge of the shade with precision.

Dama’s paper shade is both serene and tactile; a curled strip of parchment suspended from a micro-thin cable, taking on a sense of fragility through gentle vibrations. More than a diffuser, the shade acts as a luminous membrane, its translucency creating an atmosphere of warmth and softness thanks to a circular, glare-free LED that glows from within.

Dama is a timeless collection. Paying homage to the traditional lampshade, it explores emotion through light, materiality and form. Composing with Dama is an exercise in balance – a subtle blend of nostalgia and modernity, formal reduction and emotional sensitivity. Within the Composing Pendants system, the collection becomes a tool for creating delicate, poetic arrangements, its gentle presence interacting with the architecture of the space to create a warm and intimate atmosphere.

Start composing with Dama and create intimate scenes through suspended light.

The Tube collection consists of a network of slender black tubes that can be arranged freely to channel light towards different shades. Rather than downplaying their practicality, these networks embrace function as a defining aesthetic.

Tube Free releases the pendant from its point of connection, separating the tube from the ceiling by a fine black cable. The result is a more fluid, refined expression. When composed across a space, the arrangement of multiple tubes of equal or varying heights creates a lightweight structure, a delicate language of lines and volumes.

The collection is also suited to residential projects where precision and clarity are sought. Over a dining table, a trio of asymmetrical pendants in neutral shades creates a subdued, elegant look. For a more luxurious setting, a linear arrangement of three red pendants, perfectly aligned, casts an atmosphere of warmth and intimacy.

Simple in essence yet highly versatile, Tube Free adapts to every unique use and mood. Providing clarity and balance, it responds to different contexts with a quiet elegance that is both sober and expressive. Within the Composing Pendants system, the series becomes a flexible tool for creating coherent lighting structures, where formal simplicity gives rise to free-form compositions tailored to each project.

Start exploring Composing Pendants and discover the unlimited potential of Tube Free.

Slim’s long, slender strands draw the eye upwards, suspended from ultra-fine cables. Particularly suited to spaces with high ceilings, each composition conveys a sense of ethereal lightness, its pressed glass diffusers emitting a soft accent light that bathes the surrounding space in an ambient glow.

Composing Pendants provides easy installation, seamless connectivity and unlimited creative freedom, allowing designers to tailor compositions to specific lighting needs. Free from technical constraints, Slim responds intuitively to its environment, functioning as an individual piece or arranged into intricate configurations. A single luminaire can flow freely through space, or several can be suspended from a single connection point, transforming light into a fluid, unified gesture.

Available in individual, circular or linear configurations, the collection is inherently adaptive. An independent piece descends like a falling star, casting a direct, pinpoint of downlight over a specific feature. Arranged in lines, the collection introduces rhythm and order, defining activity zones and structuring the space. The number and spacing of individual luminaires influences the perception of volume and spatial experience. High-density linear and circular configurations provide maximum impact while preserving a sense of visual lightness.

Ideal for public atriums, reception areas or commercial spaces, the collection becomes a sculptural focal point. Suspended above a reception, a row of tapers washes the counter in a gentle wave of light. As a chandelier, it cascades from the ceiling like a scattering of raindrops, the rhythmic interplay of its elongated silhouettes creating an ethereal choreography. Configured in rings, its airy volume lends depth and intrigue, enveloping an open-air lobby in a soft, shimmering atmosphere.

The collection adapts effortlessly to residential settings. A pair of pendants creates a peripheral pool of ambient reading light over a bedside table, while a simple row lends a sense of quiet refinement to a contemporary dining table. For large, spacious living rooms, an ensemble of multiple fixtures introduces dynamic movement and personality.

From residential properties to hospitality, restaurants or workplace environments, Plusminus offers a solution tailored to each project, regardless of its nature. With its textile tape featuring an integrated electrical conductor and interchangeable parts, it traces outlines that adapt to the geometry of each space, harmonising with the interior architecture, defining areas and connecting premises, never overlooking its essential purpose: to provide lighting solutions that are both flexible and precise.

This design by Diez Office comes in an array of muted and neutral shades selected from Vibia’s colour palette, becoming an indisputable ally for every project. Plusminus provides a comprehensive response to the lighting requirements of each space, balancing timeless aesthetics and functionality, while providing a sense of flow that connects environments, adapting to different settings and usage.

The poetic and functional component inherent in light and its ability to shape interior design is fully revealed with Plusminus. This system, as versatile as it is elegant, adds a touch of personality while allowing light to merge seamlessly into a project’s own narrative.

Following the eco-design principles that guide product development at Vibia, Plusminus also implements conscious design — conceived to evolve with architecture and keep pace with the lifespan of each project. Its flexible tape can be installed taut or slack, fitting precisely to the geometry of the space, while its dimmable luminaires, compatible with remote control devices, ensure efficient use of light. Added to this is a responsible product design, complete with repairable parts and materials selected to offer durability and optimal performance over time. A collection that not only illuminates the present, but also shines a light on the future outcome of every space.

This versatility translates into a wide variety of project-based solutions. Plusminus seamlessly integrates into a range of different residential projects, from single-storey apartments to multi-level dwellings —as seen in the present examples—. The system also proves its adaptability in the contemporary workplace, designed according to modern-day office dynamics featuring collaborative spaces, social areas, and shared workstations. Finally, its presence in hospitality projects shows how light can clearly define areas and guide circulation paths with apparent ease, while framing warm and intimate corners, in harmony with the space as a whole.

This capacity for adaptation and engagement with architecture is particularly evident in residential projects, where light enhances the spatial experience in an organic way.

For this house in Utrecht, architect Joost Woertman opted for a Plusminus configuration that unfolds with sculptural mastery, creating a dialogue with the dual-height geometry. Using a vertical pathway, the system structures the space and breaks it up into a series of microenvironments, lending warmth and a sense of continuity across the different levels.

In another residential project by A&P Interiorisme, in Sabadell, the collection takes on a more everyday, functional tone. The lighting follows the rhythm of the day’s activities and domestic uses, creating a sense of comfort and continuity between living spaces. Once again, Plusminus adapts effortlessly to the existing architecture, illustrating that the same system is capable of delivering vastly different design solutions according to context.

Plusminus is a real asset when it comes to contract environments and office projects in particular, which require flexible, interconnected interiors.

At Sauvage TV’s headquarters in Barcelona, designed by Vania Gaetti, the system plays a role in arranging shared spaces to encourage collaboration and interaction, supporting the changing dynamics of work. Lighting is thereby adjusted to suit different activities, providing brightness and comfort in each area.

Multidisciplinary design studio Il Magma opted for fluid lighting to connect two functionally distinct spaces in its Reggio Emilia office. All the lighting in each room is connected to a single electrical connection point, overcoming the added challenge of not interfering with the ceiling’s distinctive architecture. Functional lighting was chosen for the office area to ensure visual comfort at the workstations, while the adjoining multipurpose room features more decorative diffused lighting provided by hanging spheres.

The Polestar space in Vienna stems from the comprehensive approach of BWM Designers & Architects, to which Plusminus brings continuity and coherence in a mixed-use space concept. With its black-edged aesthetic, the arrangement of the straps and luminaires provides a stylish way to define the different areas, aligning with the venue’s industrial past.

Other hybrid spaces, such as this restaurant and co-working facility integrated into the Arsenal Femenino gym’s communal area in Barcelona, are also fitted with Plusminus lighting, as interpreted by Ferruz Studio in a welcoming and balanced style. Here, the raw setting is softened by cosy, enveloping lighting, chosen in a warm terracotta tone to match the furniture. As it unfurls, Plusminus creates pockets of intimacy through pendant lighting that draw attention to the tables.

Moving from the private sphere to the public environment, Plusminus offers a casual, functional and conscientious approach to lighting. Diez Office skillfully brings together a number of factors for Vibia in a balanced exercise of technical innovation, sustainability and creative freedom. A system that’s constantly reimagined with each project and is geared toward the future, integrating seamlessly into architecture and able to evolve alongside it over time.