Charlie Humble-Thomas has designed the Parasol Table Lamp, a flexible table lamp.

Table lamps are often simple and fixed, while task lamps are generally complex and offer movement – the Parasol Table Lamp offers a satisfying in-between.

With a heavy-duty construction made from steel, aluminium and nylon, it has been made with longevity in mind.

Its parts are almost entirely manufactured within 100 miles of London, including the shade, which is spun by hand by Gary, a third-generation metal spinner in Uxbridge.

"It's a champion of flexible table lighting format," said Charlie Humble-Thomas.

"It celebrates quality localised workmanship and is made using materials which will survive decades of use – and does it all with a smile."

This project has been longlisted in the lighting design category of Dezeen Awards 2024.

Studio: Charlie Humble-Thomas
Project: The Parasol Table Lamp