Mosaik pendant, Sidebyside 3, black

LYFA's Mosaik Sidebyside pendant light is a luminaire classic designed by Bent Karlby in 1959. Its design is based on two elements: conical shades and a decorative brass tube that functions as the luminaire's suspension and connects the three separate shades. The cones direct most of the light downwards, but the open tops allow small streams of light to be directed towards the ceiling while also illuminating the brass suspension tubes.

The playful brass details of the Mosaik Sidebyside pendant are very typical of designer Bent Karlby, but the clear geometric shape differed significantly from the organic forms of his early career. Despite its simplistic look, the Mosaik luminaire collection was, indeed, quite bold at the time of its creation and was specifically designed for the most modern homes of the era. Today, however, the beautifully minimalist Mosaik luminaires easily find their place in any private residence as well as restaurants, cafés and other public spaces.

Bent Karlby

Danish lighting brand LYFA aims to create light fixtures suitable for any space and occasion, or as they call them, “Lyspunkter i tilværelsen”, shining lights in everyday life. The brand is best known for its long-term collaboration with Danish designer Bent Karlby and his luminaire creations Peanut, Mosaik and Pan.