Michael Anastassiades Design Philosophy
FLOS Designer Profile

Michael Anastassiades

"I want to strip away everything until I am left with the essence of the light itself."

Michael Anastassiades

The Vision

Michael Anastassiades sits at the intersection of industrial design, sculpture, and decorative art. His philosophy is one of subtraction—removing everything until only the light remains. For FLOS, he created the 'IC Lights', inspired by a juggler balancing spheres on his arm. His work often features glowing orbs frozen in precarious balance on slender metallic lines, bringing a sense of Zen-like calm and tension to any space.

Role
The Poet of Balance

The Collection (24 Items)

Arrangements

Michael Anastassiades

Arrangements

Suspension

Jewelry for the ceiling. Michael Anastassiades treats light like a precious chain. Arrangements is a system of geometric light elements that can be linked together to create glowing sculptures. It hangs in the air with the delicate precision of a necklace, balancing form and light.

Captain Flint Bollard Outdoor

Michael Anastassiades

Captain Flint Bollard Outdoor

Bollard

The Captain on patrol. This bollard version brings the iconic rotating cone of the Captain Flint family to the path. It offers directional light that can be aimed to illuminate the walkway or highlight adjacent planting, combining style with utility.

Captain Flint Floor

Michael Anastassiades

Captain Flint Floor

Floor

Dual purpose precision. Captain Flint is a study in balance. A rotating cone rests on a spinning stem, allowing it to act as either an uplighter for ambiance or a directional reading light. Anchored by a marble base, it is a versatile companion for the armchair.

Captain Flint Floor Outdoor

Michael Anastassiades

Captain Flint Floor Outdoor

Floor

The living room moves to the terrace. Captain Flint Outdoor brings the elegance of the indoor floor lamp to the elements. With a waterproof natural stone base and weather-resistant finishes, it provides sophisticated reading or ambient light for open-air lounges.

Captain Flint Wall Outdoor

Michael Anastassiades

Captain Flint Wall Outdoor

Wall/Ceiling

The Captain takes the watch. Adapted for the outdoors, Captain Flint Wall retains its iconic rotating cone shade. It provides directional light that can be aimed up or down, offering a sleek, modernist accent for exterior facades and terraces.

Coordinates Floor

Michael Anastassiades

Coordinates Floor

Floor

A standing grid. The Coordinates Floor lamp brings the system's Cartesian logic down to the ground. Two vertical bars glow with diffuse light, creating a linear, modern totem that provides architectural structure and illumination to any corner.

Coordinates Suspension

Michael Anastassiades

Coordinates Suspension

Suspension

A Cartesian grid of pure light. Originally designed for the Four Seasons restaurant in New York, Coordinates is a system of interlocking horizontal and vertical light bars. It is a mathematical sculpture that organizes the space around it with rigorous, glowing geometry.

Coordinates Wall/Ceiling

Michael Anastassiades

Coordinates Wall/Ceiling

Wall/Ceiling

Grid logic on the surface. The Coordinates system adapts to walls and ceilings as a composition of illuminated bars. It creates a graphic, geometric statement, turning the light source itself into the primary decoration of the room.

Copycat

Michael Anastassiades

Copycat

Table

Two spheres in conversation. Copycat pairs a large blown glass sphere with a smaller metal one that supports it. It captures a moment of delicate balance and connection, glowing with a soft, diffused light that highlights the relationship between the two forms.

IC Lights Floor

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Floor

Floor

Balancing act. The IC Floor lamp takes the series' signature precarious equilibrium and gives it stature. The angled stem holds the glowing sphere as if it were rolling down a hill, frozen in a moment of perfect tension and elegance.

IC Lights Floor Outdoor

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Floor Outdoor

Floor

Juggling in the elements. The iconic IC Floor lamp is reinforced for the outdoors. The glass sphere and brass stem are sealed against moisture, allowing this masterpiece of balance to stand beside the pool or on a rainy terrace without losing its delicate charm.

IC Lights Suspension

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Suspension

Suspension

A frozen moment of balance. Inspired by a juggler spinning spheres on his arms, IC Lights capture a precarious equilibrium. A blown glass orb balances effortlessly on a slender brass rod, creating a design that is at once tense and serene.

IC Lights Table

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Table

Table

Juggling light. The IC Table lamp freezes the motion of a spinning sphere on a brass baton. It is a study in balance and geometry, creating a moment of tension and elegance on any surface it inhabits.

IC Lights Wall/Ceiling

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Wall/Ceiling

Wall/Ceiling

Defying gravity on the wall. The IC Light balances a glass sphere on a brass arm that projects from the surface. It can be mounted on walls or ceilings, looking like a piece of juggling equipment frozen in time, adding a touch of magical tension to the room.

IC Lights Wall/Ceiling Outdoor

Michael Anastassiades

IC Lights Wall/Ceiling Outdoor

Wall/Ceiling

Juggling in the rain. The IC Lights move outdoors, bringing their signature precarious balance to the exterior. The glass sphere is treated to withstand weather, allowing the poetic tension of the design to illuminate porches, balconies, and garden walls.

Last Order

Michael Anastassiades

Last Order

Table

A column of crystal. Originally designed for the Four Seasons restaurant, Last Order is a portable, rechargeable lamp that feels like a piece of architectural glass. It diffuses light through a solid crystal base, evoking the elegance of fine dining in a wireless form.

My Circuit

Michael Anastassiades

My Circuit

Systems

A rebellion against the straight line. My Circuit is a flexible track system that draws curves and scribbles across the ceiling. It invites a playful, fluid approach to lighting infrastructure, allowing pendants and spots to follow a wandering, organic path rather than a rigid grid.

My Disc

Michael Anastassiades

My Disc

Suspension

A sliver of pure white light. My Disc is a minimalist suspension lamp that reduces the diffuser to a thin, horizontal plane. It emits an even, shadowless light downwards, appearing as a floating disk of luminosity in the space.

My Dome

Michael Anastassiades

My Dome

Suspension

A classic form, perfected. My Dome reimagines the traditional downlight pendant with Anastassiades' signature geometric purity. The perfectly hemispherical shade provides a focused, intimate pool of light, ideal for dining tables and counters.

My Lines

Michael Anastassiades

My Lines

Suspension

Drawing with light. My Lines is a suspended fixture composed of tubular light sources that can be rotated and adjusted. It allows the user to act as a designer, configuring the lines of light to suit the architecture and the mood.

My Sphere

Michael Anastassiades

My Sphere

Suspension

The serenity of a perfect orb. My Sphere is a suspension lamp that offers a soft, omnidirectional glow. Its translucent glass body floats effortlessly, creating a sense of calm and completeness in any environment.

My Spot

Michael Anastassiades

My Spot

Spotlights

Geometric poetry. My Spot is typical Anastassiades—reducing the spotlight to a composition of lines and cylinders. It is a projector that does not look like a machine, but rather a piece of kinetic sculpture suspended on the ceiling.

Overlap

Michael Anastassiades

Overlap

Suspension

Cocoon reinvented. Anastassiades uses the classic Flos "cocoon" resin material to create a modern sculpture. The internal structure pushes against the skin, creating a complex, interlocking geometry that glows with a soft, organic warmth.

String Light

Michael Anastassiades

String Light

Suspension

Drawing in 3D space. String Light turns the electrical cable into an active design element. By stringing the long black wire across the room in geometric patterns, you can place the light source exactly where needed, turning the void of the ceiling into a canvas.

Michael Anastassiades in Singapore: FAQs

What are the most famous FLOS lights by Michael Anastassiades?

Michael Anastassiades is renowned for creating iconic pieces for FLOS, including Arrangements, Captain Flint Bollard Outdoor, Captain Flint Floor. These designs represent a perfect blend of form and function.

Where can I buy authentic Michael Anastassiades lamps in Singapore?

Illum-Tec Pte Ltd is an official project partner for FLOS in Singapore. We supply the full range of authentic Michael Anastassiades designs, complete with official manufacturer warranties and technical support.

Can I integrate Michael Anastassiades's lights with smart home systems?

Yes. Most FLOS fixtures designed by Michael Anastassiades can be integrated with smart control systems like Casambi or DALI. Illum-Tec provides specialized drivers and commissioning services to ensure seamless smart home integration.

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