Upgrade Guidance

Artemide Blog & Insights

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

Blog Wednesday 24th 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 24th 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 23rd 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 23rd 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 Monday 22nd of June 2026

How to Choose the Right Artemide Lamp for Your Office (And What I Learned the Hard Way)

A practical guide for office administrators and procurement managers on selecting Artemide lamps for commercial spaces, based on real-world experience and common pitfalls.

Blog Monday 22nd of June 2026

I Bought the Wrong Artemide Lamp (and It Cost Me $3,200) — Here’s What I Learned

A lighting procurement specialist shares the costly mistakes made when buying Artemide fixtures for a commercial project, including lessons on replacement bulbs, wall lamp specifications, and avoiding hidden fees.

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.