A lamp originally designed for the TGV M high-speed trains by the French National Railway Company, SNCF, is now available for purchase to the public at 350 euros. This lamp has been an iconic symbol of the TGV, France’s high-speed train network, since the 1990s. The original design was created by Roger Tallon, a well-known figure in railway and industrial design, whose work has left a lasting impact on French transportation aesthetics.
For the new TGV M, set to launch commercially in the coming weeks, the SNCF has partnered with AREP, the architecture and design agency of the SNCF Group, and Nendo, a renowned Japanese design studio, to update the lamp's design while preserving the legacy of Tallon’s original concept. This collaboration blends French and Japanese design philosophies to create a modern yet nostalgic piece that reflects the evolving identity of the TGV.
The lamp is now available for sale and can be found in living rooms and homes, offering a touch of high-speed elegance to everyday spaces. It is manufactured by Brossier Saderne, a company based in Angers, France, known for producing high-quality lighting fixtures. The lamp comes in three distinct finishes: Yellow Sun, the original color chosen for the TGV Inoui, Coral Red, and Pastel Turquoise, allowing buyers to choose a style that matches their personal taste.
According to the SNCF, the lamp is a "piece of design accessible to the largest number of people," emphasizing its affordability and appeal to a wide audience. Isabelle Le Saux, Director of SNCF Voyageurs Design, noted that the lamp contributes to creating a "soft and poetic atmosphere," and it is now finding a new life in the interiors of those who appreciate both design and travel. This initiative reflects the SNCF’s effort to bring elements of its iconic transportation designs into the private sphere, making them part of everyday life.
SNCF Launches New TGV M Lamp for Sale to the Public
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