Upgrade Guidance

Artemide Blog & Insights

Guidance for retrofit planning, building types, and practical upgrade decisions.

Blog Thursday 18th of June 2026

Choosing the Right Artemide Lighting: A Scenario-Based Guide for Designers and Specifiers

Not sure whether to go for the iconic Tizio, the soft Melampo, or a glass chandelier? And what about bulbs – CFL or LED? Here's how to decide based on your actual project needs.

Blog Thursday 18th of June 2026

Why I Stopped Specifying Artemide as a 'Design Object' (And What I Do Instead)

A lighting specifier reflects on why treating iconic Artemide lamps as static design objects is a mistake, and argues that the shift towards holistic, integrated lighting systems is the only way forward for modern commercial projects.

Blog Wednesday 17th of June 2026

Classic Design Costs More? Actually, It's Cheaper Over Time.

A procurement manager's take on why classic Artemide lamps like Tolomeo and Nesso are a better long-term investment than cheap alternatives, with real cost data and decision-making frameworks.

Blog Wednesday 17th of June 2026

I Used to Think Designer Lighting Was Just Expensive. Then I Ran the Numbers for 4 Years.

A procurement manager's honest story about buying Artemide lighting fixtures (Tizio, Dioscuri, and more) for commercial projects, including hidden costs, budget surprises, and lessons learned after tracking invoices for 4 years.

Blog Tuesday 16th of June 2026

When a Dandelion Chandelier Is Your Only Option (And You Have 48 Hours)

A practical, experience-based guide for commercial project managers and designers facing a tight deadline for an Artemide Dioscuri ceiling light or a dandelion-style chandelier. Includes real-world rush order scenarios, cost data, and a candid look at when this iconic fixture is the right call—and when it isn’t.

Blog Tuesday 16th of June 2026

Is Artemide Right for Your Project? A Buyer's Guide Based on 3 Real Scenarios (and What I Had to Learn the Hard Way)

Artemide lighting isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Based on orders for Tolomeo, Tizio, Melampo, and Broche, here's a practical guide to which scenario fits your needs—and where to save your budget.

Blog Sunday 7th of June 2026

Artemide vs. Etsy Chandeliers: A Cost Controller's Total Cost Analysis for Office Lighting

Compare the total cost of ownership between Artemide Zigbee pendant lamps and Etsy alternatives for commercial spaces. Includes tips on hiding lamp cords.

Blog Sunday 7th of June 2026

Artemide Lighting for Professional Specifiers: 8 Questions from a Buyer Who’s Managed 10+ Office Projects

An office administrator with hands-on experience in commercial lighting procurement answers common questions about Artemide fixtures. Covers the Mushroom lamp, Victorian chandeliers, the red light trend, and practical buying advice for architects and designers.

Blog Friday 5th of June 2026

The Hidden Cost of Cheap Baffle Trim: What Every Specifier Should Know

Why the cheapest baffle trim for recessed lighting often costs more in the long run – a quality inspector's perspective on total cost of ownership and why professional specifiers choose wisely.

Blog Friday 5th of June 2026

Why I Stopped Buying Cheap Lamps: A Procurement Manager's Artemide Table Lamp Lesson

A cost controller's story of discovering hidden costs in budget desk lamps and why switching to Artemide table lamps and Cosmopolitan chandeliers cut long-term expenses. Includes actionable TCO analysis for B2B buyers.