Most table lamps follow the same old rules. They sit in one spot, tilt a bit here or there, and cast light in a predictable way. Even the most flexible designs eventually feel stuck. That’s where the Rupi lamp changes the game. Designed by Dimitrih Correa, Rupi isn’t just another lamp – it’s a fresh take on how lighting should feel in your space.
At first glance, it’s a glowing disc sitting on a sleek black metal plate. But the magic is in the hidden magnet that lets you move the light wherever you want. Slide it. Snap it into place. Rotate it for a new vibe. With no cords to wrangle and no fixed angle to obey, Rupi gives you the freedom to change your lighting mood as quickly as your mind changes focus.
Its charm doesn’t stop with flexibility. Rupi is made from reclaimed noble hardwoods – Cabreúva vermelha and Peroba Rosa – each one with its own story in the grain. The natural warmth of the wood contrasts beautifully with the matte-black base, creating a mix that feels modern and earthy at once. It’s the kind of piece you want on your desk not just for function, but for personality.
There’s a quiet bit of folklore built into the design too. Rupi takes its name from the Curupira, a mythical forest spirit with backward feet meant to trick hunters and protect the woods. Just like its namesake, this lamp playfully misleads expectations. It doesn’t behave like any lamp you’re used to, and that’s the point.
Rupi is portable, too. The built-in rechargeable battery lasts up to fourteen hours on a single charge and powers back up in just one. So it can follow you from your work table to your reading nook without missing a beat. A knurled dimmer knob adds one more satisfying detail – letting you dial the light exactly how you like it.
In the end, Rupi isn’t just a lamp. It’s a conversation starter, a piece of folklore, and a quiet rebellion against static spaces.
