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This Week in Lighting: Iconic Pop-Art, 2026 Kitchen Shifts, and the 'Dark Sky' Science

Published on January 19, 2026 5 min read
Iconic designs and sustainable shifts define the lighting landscape for January 2026.
Iconic designs and sustainable shifts define the lighting landscape for January 2026.

In 2026, illumination is a central pillar of architectural identity. This week proves that the home is a 'sanctuary' defined by Functional Art.

1. Pop-Art to 'Soft Futurism'

Wallpaper Magazine highlighted Seletti’s giant tribute to the Bic Biro pen. This 'Statement Fixture' trend is mirrored by Design Milk's look at 'Soft Futurism'—fixtures that trade rigid lines for organic curves.

2. 2026 Kitchen Shifts

Homes and Gardens reports that kitchens are moving toward hyper-tactility. Cold LEDs are out; fixtures made from textured glass and natural fibers like rattan are in, creating 'pools of intimacy' instead of uniform grids.

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