As a designer his work was based on the maxim of a “synthesis of the arts”.
In his designs one should always be able to identify a little bit of architecture, sculpture and painting, all at the same time.
His lamp, designed in concrete, is capable of all this. This design object embodies something monumentally sculptural, it's rolling geometrical shape could also have sprung out of a cubist painting by Juan Gris and at the same time it claims to be part of an urban structure. Due to its material nature the design seems cold and introverted. But the light pouring out also provides warmth and intimacy.

As a circumspect designer Le Corbusier acted in an integral manner. His objects are like small presents which can be seen in different ways with many angles of vision.