Antoni Arola

Antoni Arola is a Catalan designer widely regarded as a key figure in bringing Spanish lighting design to the international stage. He graduated from the EINA School of Design in Barcelona in 1984 and founded his own studio, Estudi Arola, that same year. Three years later, the release of his Nimba lamp earned him global recognition.

In addition to lighting, Arola’s work includes light installations and artworks, as well as interior objects and small-scale products. Over the course of his long career, he has received numerous design awards, including Spain's National Design Award in 2003.