Heron Floor Lamp by CTO Lighting

Heron is a slim floor lamp with a moveable cylindrical shade, designed by Michaël Verheyden for CTO Lighting of London. It stands on a round metal or stone base.

It comes in 2 finishes, Bronze and Satin Brass, each with a plain metal base or a marble base.

The Design Story

Michaël Verheyden designed Heron to show off the noble quality of materials. The thin stem rises from a round base and bends into a moveable shade, so the lamp reads as a single line. The marble base options add weight and a little colour, while the metal base keeps it light.

The Designer: Michaël Verheyden

The Story of CTO Lighting

Chris and Clare Turner founded CTO Lighting in London in 1998 on one principle: design lights of uncompromising quality, using only the finest materials and working with elite British craftsmen. Chris is an engineer who designs and builds with meticulous detail, and Clare brings the eye of fashion. Together they built a name for understated luxury in hand-finished brass, mouth-blown glass and artisan-cut stone, and the collection has gone on to light The Savoy, The Dorchester, St Pancras Renaissance Hotel and Chiltern Firehouse.

How It Was Made

CTO assembles every light to order. Heron is built around the quality of its metalwork and finish: the slim stem and the cylindrical shade are made in solid metal, and the shade is easily moveable so you can aim the light exactly where you need it.

The Finishes

Satin Brass. Warm golden tones and a brushed, satin surface give a soft sheen that feels luxurious but understated. CTO selects the metal for its durability and beauty.

Bronze. Deep, rich color and a robust build bring a touch of historical weight to a modern room, with a warm, inviting glow.

Black Marquina Marble. A black marble base for the satin brass version. The stone is deep black with fine white veining.

Calacatta Viola Marble. A marble base for the bronze version, in white stone with strong dark and violet veining. As with any natural stone, each base is different.

Why You’ll Love It

Heron works as a reading light beside a sofa or bed. The shade moves easily, so you can aim the light where you need it, and a dimmable GU10 LED bulb lets you set the mood.

Made for Real Life

The 110-130V version is a plug-in lamp built for US homes. It takes a GU10 LED bulb with a dimmable bulb. Dust with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth and avoid abrasives on the metal and stone.

Size in Inches

CTO lists Heron Floor at 23.2 in wide, 15.6 in deep and 62.6 in high (590 x 395 x 1590 mm).

Downloads

CTO publishes the data sheet for this floor lamp: Heron Floor data sheet (PDF).

Product Details

Where It Shines

Beside a sofa or armchair, next to a bed, by a desk or in a reading corner. It suits modern, transitional and minimalist interiors.

Questions We Hear Most

Is the Heron floor lamp dimmable?

Yes. CTO specifies a dimmable LED bulb (GU10, 5.5W, 2700K), so you can set the level of light.

What bulb does it use?

One GU10 LED bulb, 5.5W, 2700K. CTO specifies LED only and the bulb is a dimmable one.

Can I aim the light?

Yes. The shade is easily moveable, so you can focus the light exactly where it is needed.

How heavy is it?

CTO lists the weight at 28.7 lb.

How do I clean it?

Dust with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth and avoid abrasive substances on the metal and stone.

Who designed the Heron floor lamp?

Michaël Verheyden designed Heron for CTO Lighting. CTO makes it in solid metal in bronze or satin brass.

Why We Love It

Heron Floor is the quiet one in the room: a thin line of metal with a light that goes exactly where you want it.

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