EL technologies because it is manufactured in long continuous rolls that are up to 760mm wide and more than 365-metres long. This unique manufacturing process means that ­ unlike other EL products, which are silk screen printed and therefore limited to a specific size shape and connection location ­ Flatlite has the ability to be easily fabricated into a choice of widths, lengths and shapes. This, and the fact that is thinner than a credit card, made it the perfect light source to fulfil Swarovski's aim of developing innovative and revolutionary chandeliers through a combination of exceptional design with flawless crystal.

The result was the NEST chandelier ­ an organic shape, which many consider old-fashioned today ­ that merges the historical craft of crystal, with modern, practical design and 21st century lighting technology. The lighted nest is made of FLAT LITE ® lamp and a cocoon of crystals. It has a hollow opening that surrounds the viewer, presenting a sparkling view from the inside.

FLAT LITE ® was chosen as the light source for the new chandelier as it is less costly than organic LEDs, and its thinness creates a compelling effect because the light source is not obvious, giving an almost magical glow.

Nest has been made in two sizes. The large Nest stands almost four metres high, weighs 600lbs and includes 7,500 Swarovski crystals. The smaller Nest, now in production, is one metre tall and features 2,100 crystals. It will be launched this autumn and is a full featured dimmable consumer chandelier that mixes crystal with the practical need for modern lighting. The FLAT LITE ® transformer is contained within the upper hood structure of Nest.

The large Nest was unveiled at the Salone de Mobile in Milan and has since been exhibited in New York during ICFF where the chandelier hung in the city's first YMCA currently being renovated by the Apartment Design Group.

Amber and Green is the official UK channel partner for E-lite technologies Inc, the leading manufacturer of Electroluminescent Lamps

Following Our success of introducing and supporting the Flatlite product over the recent years Amber and Green are delighted to announce the launch of Lite-House.co.uk.

Lite-House has been set up to the support the expanding EL market in the UK and contains examples of Flatlite applications, news stories and extensive technical support. Lite–House will soon be launching an Online shopping area within the site, enabling customers access to some of the world most exciting EL products.

Electroluminescent (EL) Flatlite the benefits :

• No filament to break – never fails to light!
• Flexible
• Cool to the touch – negligible heat emission
• Highly visible in darkness, smoke, fog etc. versus point-sources of light
• Easy to look at, pleasing to the eye
• Paper thin
• Does not impair night vision
• Can be seen at greater distances then point source lamps in dark conditions
• Low energy consumption (Most efficient light source on Earth!)
• No hazardous materials – landfill friendly
• Maintenance Free

Please contact petersargent@amberandgreen.com if you have any questions or please call

Tel :020 8288 3565

www.lite-house.co.uk