Ego Recessed Downlight by Artemide

Ego Recessed Downlight brings Artemide's Italian design thinking to your space, by Ernesto Gismondi.

☀ Outdoor-Rated🇮🇹 Made in ItalyDesigned by Ernesto Gismondi✓ cULus listedIP65 / IP67 rated5-year Artemide warranty

Configured here with 2 finishes, 2 color temperatures and up to 326 lumens.

Specs & Downloads

Spec sheet · Install guide · Brochure · IES file

The Design Story

An outdoor family of recessed fixtures for drive-over or downlight application, Ego features high-performance LEDs and is available round or square shape. A stainless steel frame on an aluminum body with silkscreened tempered glass, Ego comes in 3 sizes and offers beam options for spot, flood or wall washing light.

Meet the Designer

Ernesto Gismondi (1931–2020), an aeronautical engineer by training, founded Artemide in 1960 with Sergio Mazza and led it for six decades, turning it into one of the world's leading lighting companies. He also designed many Artemide lamps himself, and in 2018 he received a Compasso d'Oro career award.

Why You'll Love It

• Fastened to ceiling by swing arms.
• Standard non dimmable.
• Round shape. -Body in aluminum. Frame in stainless steel. -Black silkscreened tempered glass.

Made for Real Life

Perfect for architectural and residential ceilings: accent, wall-washing and general lighting. Good to know: an electrician should hardwire it, it runs on 24V DC from a separate power supply and special-order options come from Italy in 10–16 weeks.

Product Details

Questions We Hear Most

What kind of light does the Ego give?

3000K is a soft warm white; 4000K is a crisp neutral white; output is between 70–326 lumens depending on version per Artemide.

When will my Ego ship?

Special order from Italy: leaves Artemide's warehouse in 10–16 weeks, plus transit time. We email your confirmed ship date after you order. A gentle note on special orders: they are made in Italy just for you, so they can't be changed or cancelled once ordered. Message us anytime to confirm your choices first.

How do I dim or switch the Ego?

On/off, according to Artemide.

Where are the exact measurements for the Ego?

Open the line drawing in the gallery or the spec sheet near the top of this page; Artemide shows every measurement there.

Is the Ego made for outdoor or bathroom use?

Yes, it is built for outdoor use (IP65 / IP67).

Is the Ego covered by a warranty?

Yes: Artemide gives a 5-year limited warranty after you register your purchase with them, and we are here to help if anything goes wrong.

Why We Love It

LoftModern is an authorized Artemide retailer. Artemide lights are built to be lived with for decades, and the Ego Downlight is a perfect example: thoughtful engineering, honest materials and a shape you will not tire of.

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