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June 16, 2004

A Light that Takes Root

Inspired by the organic language of nature, the Root light bollard offers a distinctive profile while providing ample illumination, which it directs at the pavement, rather than the pedestrian. In its wood-finish option, the Root could well be mistaken for a tree’s upturned structural system; in metal, it seems like more of a sculptural periscope. […]

By: Edward Keegan

Inspired by the organic language of nature, the Root light bollard offers a distinctive profile while providing ample illumination, which it directs at the pavement, rather than the pedestrian. In its wood-finish option, the Root could well be mistaken for a tree’s upturned structural system; in metal, it seems like more of a sculptural periscope.

The Root is appropriate for any exterior application where light is necessary and a contemporary aesthetic can’t be compromised.

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