Picchio Reading Light

Designed by Alessandro Munge

Picchio is a sculptural lighting collection that reimagines the traditional reading lamp through a poetic study of nature’s design intelligence. Inspired by the biomechanics of the woodpecker, the lamp captures the bird's distinctive posture and movement, translating them into a dynamic and functional form.

Its jointed structure echoes the iconic gestures of the bird, offering elegant flexibility and seamless adjustability. The diffuser, shaped like a beak, opens and tilts to direct light with precision, while the minimalist hinge system allows for fluid and intuitive motion.

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"I wanted to create a lamp that was more than just a lighting object, something with a soul, capable of interacting with its user and evoking emotion through its form and movement."

- Alessandro Munge -

By blending refined aesthetics with purposeful design, Picchio strikes a harmonious balance between the organic and the engineered, transforming light into an experience that feels both intuitive and elevated.

Created to inspire curiosity and connection, Picchio is more than just a lighting object, it’s an expression of natural motion and modern craftsmanship, ideal for both residential and hospitality environments seeking character and quiet innovation.

Picchio is available in different versions including wall-mounted and table lamp formats, designed to integrate naturally into residential, contract, and hospitality environments.

Whether placed in a hotel room, a reading corner, or a refined lounge space, each piece in the collection is created to offer lighting that is precise, elegant, and comfortable.

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