Warm Minimalism: The Gubi 1972 Pendant in Bamboo

The Gubi 1972 Bamboo Pendant (and its larger sibling 1972 Pendant 1972 Large or the oversized A 1972 Bamboo Pendant - GUBI - 90cm diameter) is more than lighting — it’s a story told in light, craft and timeless design. Originally conceived by Finnish lighting pioneer Paavo Tynell in the mid-20th century, this pendant was reimagined by Gubi to celebrate natural materials and handwork while fitting seamlessly into contemporary interiors.

What makes the 1972 Pendant truly special is its bamboo shade, handcrafted with slender bamboo slats that are hand-sewn into a pleated mat and mounted on a wire frame. Inside, a linen liner softens and diffuses the light, while the natural gaps between the bamboo allow a warm, textured glow to radiate outward. The result? A luminous piece that feels sculptural by day and atmospheric by night.

Accented with polished brass details, the design balances organic warmth with refined Nordic simplicity — making this pendant an inviting focal point over a dining table, in a living room or suspended in an entryway. Its layered interplay of light and shadow gives any space a calm, tactile ambience that’s both modern and rooted in heritage.

Part of Gubi’s Tynell Collection, the 1972 Pendant bridges past and present: it pays homage to Scandinavian craft and sustainable materials while offering a timeless piece that complements a wide range of interior styles.