Nella Home
Cici Small Two-Tone Table Lamp
The Cici Small Two-Tone Table Lamp is a compact table lamp featuring a pleated shade and a modular two-tone cylindrical base. It provides warm ambient lighting for desks, side tables, or shelves, and its stackable/swappable base sections allow customization. Made from plant-based PLA, it includes a 7W LED bulb and power cord, measures 6.5 inches high by 7 inches wide, and requires no assembly.
- Color
- Two-Tone
- Material
- plant-based PLA (polylactic acid)
- Style
- playful, modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Color
Size
Specifications
A playful two-tone table lamp with a modular, swappable base and a matte pleated shade, made from plant-based PLA and including a 7W LED bulb.
Swappable and stackable bases, 7W LED bulb included, no assembly required, made in the U.S.
- Color
- Two-Tone
- Material
- plant-based PLA (polylactic acid)
- Style
- playful, modern
- Occasion
- everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Additional Attributes
- contrasting colours
- modular base
- pleated shade
- matte finish
- plant-based PLA
- LED bulb included
- swappable/stackable bases
- no assembly required
- made in U.S.
Product Insights
The Cici Small Two-Tone Table Lamp from Nella Home combines modular stackable bases and a replaceable LED bulb to adapt in height, color, and silhouette after purchase, while its hand-finished PLA matte surface hides layer lines and resists chipping. The included 7W LED emits warm white light through a matte pleated shade that diffuses glare and casts subtle patterned shadows. Made from bioplastic derived from cornstarch and sugarcane, the lamp is small-batch 3D-printed in Charleston with zero waste, though it must be kept out of direct sun and damp areas to preserve its finish and is only industrially compostable. The woman-owned studio’s design earned a 2024 Apartment Therapy award, and the lamp’s modularity and replaceable bulb extend its lifespan beyond that of typical fixtures.
- Modular system
Stackable bases (2 or 4 inches) allow height, color, and silhouette changes after purchase.
Why this is supported
Founder Caitlyn Campanella's furniture design training at SCAD treats the lamp as a building-block system:
The then-senior was pursuing a degree at SCAD in furniture design and wanted to produce something playful and practical.
savannahmagazine.comThe bases are designed to stack and swap:
The bases stack, mix and swap, so height, color and silhouette all stay changeable after you buy — add 2 in or 4 in bases to build the lamp up.
comosum.coThis enables the brand's sustainability goal:
designed to move, stack, and grow with you — so they stay in your life, not in the landfill.
comosum.coThe lamp ships with two 4.5-inch bases and a shade, and additional bases are sold separately, allowing numerous configurations for small spaces.
- Hand finishing
Hand-finished surface hides layer lines and won't chip or peel.
Why this is supported
Each lamp is 3D-printed in small batches at the Charleston studio, then
then finishes each piece by hand.
comosum.coThis hand-finishing removes typical 3D-print layer lines, resulting in a smooth matte surface. The finish is integral to the PLA, not a coating, so
The pleated shade is made from the same plant-based PLA as the base—the entire lamp is 3D-printed from PLA with a smooth matte finish.
What material is the pleated shade made of—fabric, paper, or plastic?The hand-process also gives each lamp subtle variations, underscoring its handcrafted character.
- Visual appearance
Matte finish hides layer lines and enhances color vibrancy.
Why this is supported
The matte finish scatters light, which
reduces the visual salience of layer lines
filamentfeed.comand eliminates hard shadows. The
This gives the lamp a fabric-like, non-plastic appearance, and the
- Modular consistency
Add-on bases have the same hand-finished texture for a seamless fit.
Why this is supported
Every base add-on is 3D printed and finished just like your Cici Lamp, so everything fits seamlessly.
nellahome.comThis ensures that swapped or stacked components maintain a uniform finish and fit perfectly with the lamp.
- Color temperature
Included 7W LED emits warm white light at 2700K–3000K.
Why this is supported
Research characterizes the included 7W LED as producing a warm white glow
, corresponding to approximately 2700K–3000K color temperature.
- Light quality
Matte pleated shade diffuses light into a soft, glare-free glow with subtle patterned shadows.
Why this is supported
The shade's matte filament scatters light rather than reflecting specularly, eliminating hard shadows. As noted,
. The pleated form adds a gentle directional texture that projects a pattern onto nearby surfaces, and the non-reflective surface prevents harsh glare, confirmed by research:
and
. Together, these properties create a soft, even, glare-free ambient glow with subtle patterned shadows.
- Heat safety
7W LED stays cool enough to avoid deforming the PLA shade even during extended use.
Why this is supported
The 7W LED bulb produces minimal heat, well below the glass transition temperature of PLA, so the lamp remains cool to the touch even during prolonged use. Research confirms:
.
- Bulb lifespan
Replaceable standard 7W LED bulb extends lamp's useful life beyond integrated fixtures.
Why this is supported
The LED bulb is replaceable, using a standard 7W bulb that can be swapped out, extending the lamp's life beyond integrated-LED fixtures. The manufacturer states:
.
- Appearance protection
Place away from direct sun and damp rooms to preserve its vibrant two-tone colors and matte finish.
Why this is supported
PLA pigments are UV-sensitive, with noticeable color fading starting after roughly four months of direct exposure.
The main issue I noticed was UV colour fading, which started to become noticeable after roughly 4 months.
filamenthub.com.auAdditionally, PLA is not waterproof; prolonged exposure to condensation or high humidity can accelerate surface aging.
Moisture-prone: Hong Kong’s humidity accelerates aging.
beets3d.comPlacing the lamp in dry, shaded indoor areas avoids these risks.
- Care & cleaning
Clean with a dry microfiber cloth; matte surface resists fingerprints and shows less dust.
Why this is supported
The lamp should be unplugged before cleaning. A dry microfiber cloth lifts dust without scratching the matte surface.
To avoid damage caused by excessive force, we ask that you treat your lamp with due care. Prior to cleaning or maintenance, always switch off and disconnect the lamp from the electricity supply.
comosum.coThe matte PLA surface resists showing fingerprints,
Fingerprints and handling marks are significantly less visible on matte surfaces.
filamentfeed.comreducing the need for frequent detailed cleaning.
- Lifespan extension
Stackable bases and a replaceable LED bulb let the lamp adapt and avoid being discarded after bulb failure.
Why this is supported
The stackable and swappable bases allow the lamp to be reconfigured with new color blocks or height additions, so a single Cici lamp can adapt to evolving decor without replacement.
The bases stack, mix and swap, so height, color and silhouette all stay changeable after you buy — add 2 in or 4 in bases to build the lamp up.
comosum.coAdditionally, the included 7W LED bulb is replaceable via a standard 120V cord, so the entire lamp doesn't need replacement when the bulb fails.
- Design
Inspired by children’s furniture: stackable cylinders, two-tone colors.
Why this is supported
Founder Caitlyn Campanella, with a furniture design background from SCAD, says she loves children's furniture and wanted to elevate its playful, approachable look into adult decor.
“I love children’s furniture, which is funny,” Campanella says with a laugh. “The really simple design of it and how approachable it is, how playful it is — I wanted to take that concept and that look and elevate it a little bit.”
savannahmagazine.comThe two-tone colorways, stackable cylinders, and matte pleated shade are direct expressions of this cross-generational design sensibility.
the Cici lamp's cheerful two-tone colorways, stackable cylinders, and matte-pleated shade being a direct expression of that cross-generational design sensibility.
The maker story and small-batch production — children_s_furniture_inspirationThe modular system is designed to move, stack, and grow with you, extending the product's lifespan.
designed to move, stack, and grow with you — so they stay in your life, not in the landfill.
comosum.coThe lamp won Apartment Therapy’s Small/Cool Design Award in 2024, credentialing its design.
- Material
Polylactic acid from cornstarch and sugarcane; non-toxic and safe.
Why this is supported
The lamp is made from plant-based PLA derived from cornstarch and sugarcane, aligning with non-toxic children's furniture standards. The material is safe and heat-resistant for use with the included LED bulb.
We make our table lamps from plant-based materials, like cornstarch + sugarcane. This means durable, safe, and planet-friendly.
nellahome.comAdditionally, the PLA's glass transition temperature is around 55-60°C, well above the minimal heat from the 7W LED bulb, so warping is not a concern.
PLA has a glass transition temperature around 55–60°C, and the 7W LED bulb produces minimal heat well below that threshold, so warping from bulb heat is not a concern.
Is the PLA material heat-resistant enough to prevent warping from the bulb's heat?The 7W LED bulb stays below PLA’s glass transition temperature (55–60°C), so the lamp will not warp from bulb heat.
In normal indoor settings, PLA isn’t going to break down on the inside unless it’s exposed to moisture, force, heat, or sunlight so it is a very resilient plastic.
3dprinterly.comWhile PLA can become more brittle after many years, as a stationary lamp this has no practical effect, and the structural integrity is expected to last well over a decade.
The entire lamp—shade and bases—is 3D-printed from the same plant-based PLA, ensuring a consistent look and texture.
The pleated shade is made from the same plant-based PLA as the base—the entire lamp is 3D-printed from PLA with a smooth matte finish.
What material is the pleated shade made of—fabric, paper, or plastic?Add-on bases are made to the exact same specification:
Every base add-on is 3D printed and finished just like your Cici Lamp, so everything fits seamlessly.
nellahome.com- Production
Small-batch 3D-printing and hand-finishing yields slight surface variations and zero waste.
Why this is supported
3D-prints the lamp in small batches at its Charleston studio
comosum.coand finishes each piece by hand. Hand-finishing uses
no chemical sealants or post-processing
The maker story and small-batch production — in_house_3d_printing_in_charleston. The process yields
slight surface variation
The maker story and small-batch production — in_house_3d_printing_in_charlestonand is zero-waste. Base add-ons are
3D printed and finished just like your Cici Lamp, so everything fits seamlessly
nellahome.com. Bases can be swapped to change the lamp's height and color.
- Manufacturing
3D-printed in small batches in Charleston with minimal waste.
Why this is supported
Each lamp is 3D-printed in small batches at Nella Home's studio in Charleston, South Carolina.
Each lamp is made in our Charleston, SC studio by Founder Caitlyn Campanella.
nellahome.comThe additive manufacturing process generates minimal waste compared to injection molding, and the PLA is printed to net shape without chemical sealants.
- Compostability
Industrially compostable only; requires specialized facility.
Why this is supported
The brand markets the lamp as 'planet-friendly', but the PLA material requires specific conditions for biodegradation.
while PLA is industrially compostable under specific conditions
The maker story and small-batch production — pla_from_cornstarch_and_sugarcaneThis means the lamp will not decompose in a home compost bin or a standard landfill; it must be sent to an industrial composting facility to break down.
- Durability
Lasts over a decade, modular bases allow changes, safe with LED bulb, but avoid direct sun and humidity.
Why this is supported
In normal indoor conditions, the PLA lamp is expected to last well over a decade without delamination.
In normal indoor settings, PLA isn’t going to break down on the inside unless it’s exposed to moisture, force, heat, or sunlight so it is a very resilient plastic.
3dprinterly.comHowever, it is sensitive to direct sunlight:
The main issue I noticed was UV colour fading, which started to become noticeable after roughly 4 months.
filamenthub.com.auHigh humidity can also accelerate aging:
Moisture-prone: Hong Kong’s humidity accelerates aging.
beets3d.comOn the positive side, the included 7W LED bulb runs well below the material's glass transition temperature, preventing warping.
PLA has a glass transition temperature around 55–60°C, and the 7W LED bulb produces minimal heat well below that threshold
Is the PLA material heat-resistant enough to prevent warping from the bulb's heat?Additionally, the lamp's modular base system allows owners to swap or stack components to change its look without replacing the entire lamp, reducing waste. As noted:
The bases stack, mix and swap, so height, color and silhouette all stay changeable after you buy — add 2 in or 4 in bases to build the lamp up.
comosum.co- Brand story
Woman-owned studio (2023) by SCAD-trained designer; lamp won 2024 award.
Why this is supported
Catalog verified that the Cici lamp comes from a woman-owned independent studio founded in 2023 by Caitlyn Campanella, who designed it while studying furniture design at SCAD.
The then-senior was pursuing a degree at SCAD in furniture design and wanted to produce something playful and practical.
savannahmagazine.comThe studio's ethos emphasizes durability and adaptability:
Founded in 2023 by designer and maker Caitlyn Campanella, Nella creates modular, small-batch home goods designed to move, stack, and grow with you — so they stay in your life, not in the landfill.
comosum.coThe lamp also received third-party recognition:
We're big fans of lighting brand Nella Home — their Cici Lamp won a Small/Cool Design Award last year!
nellahome.comCampanella drew inspiration from children's furniture to achieve a playful yet refined object, as inferred from brand description.
- Modularity
Bases stack, mix and swap for reconfigurable height and color.
Why this is supported
Founder Caitlyn Campanella's furniture design training at SCAD directly informs the lamp's modular architecture, allowing users to swap and stack components. As stated,
The bases stack, mix and swap, so height, color and silhouette all stay changeable after you buy — add 2 in or 4 in bases to build the lamp up.
comosum.coThis reconfigurability is intentional: the brand designs objects to 'move, stack, and grow with you' for longevity.
Nella creates modular, small-batch home goods designed to move, stack, and grow with you — so they stay in your life, not in the landfill.
comosum.coThe concept was inspired by children’s furniture, leading to a playful yet durable design that won Apartment Therapy’s Small/Cool Design Award.
We’re big fans of lighting brand Nella Home — their Cici Lamp won a Small/Cool Design Award last year!
nellahome.comThe PLA material is also resilient indoors, supporting long-term use.
In normal indoor settings, PLA isn’t going to break down on the inside unless it’s exposed to moisture, force, heat, or sunlight so it is a very resilient plastic.
3dprinterly.com- Surface finish
Hand-finished matte surface with no visible layer lines.
Why this is supported
The Cici lamp is 3D-printed in small batches and hand-finished by the founder in Charleston, producing a smooth matte surface. As noted,
Nella Home 3D-prints the lamp in small batches at its Charleston studio from PLA, a plant-based bioplastic derived from cornstarch and sugarcane, then finishes each piece by hand.
comosum.coThe matte finish reduces visible layer lines:
Matte filaments solve this by scattering light rather than reflecting it specularly, which reduces the visual salience of layer lines
filamentfeed.com- Award
Won Apartment Therapy’s 2024 Small/Cool Design Award.
Why this is supported
Apartment Therapy’s editorial team confirms that the Cici Lamp won the 2024 Small/Cool Design Award:
We’re big fans of lighting brand Nella Home — their Cici Lamp won a Small/Cool Design Award last year!
nellahome.comThe award program specifically evaluates compact, space-saving designs. The lamp’s modular stacking system, described as
The bases stack, mix and swap, so height, color and silhouette all stay changeable after you buy
comosum.co, and its bioplastic material,
PLA, a plant-based bioplastic derived from cornstarch and sugarcane; smooth matte finish
comosum.co, align with the award’s emphasis on multifunctionality and sustainability. The award provides independent third-party validation for a young, woman-owned studio founded in 2023.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Small table lamp with a pleated conical lampshade and a two-tier cylindrical base; lamp shown front-facing and centered on a reflective surface.
- Shade shape and textureConical pleated lampshade with evenly spaced vertical folds creating a mushroom-like profile; interior is lit producing a warm glow toward the top center of the shade.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Shade color and finishPale peach to light pink color that appears translucent where lit, with a matte appearance on folded surfaces.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Upper base geometryShort cylindrical upper section directly beneath the shade with a straight vertical face and a flat top where the shade rests.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Upper base colorSolid light blue color with a smooth, matte finish.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Lower base geometryCylindrical lower section forming the lamp's bottom; slightly taller than the upper cylinder and aligned coaxially.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.68 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Lower base colorSolid medium green color with a smooth, matte finish.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.68 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam between base sectionsVisible horizontal seam line separating the light blue upper cylinder from the green lower cylinder.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.04 (high) - Base top contact detailFlat top surface of the upper cylinder sits flush with the shade interior edge, forming a small visible lip at the junction.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.54 · w 0.14 · h 0.06 (medium) - Reflection on surfaceSoft, slightly blurred vertical reflection of the lamp visible on the glossy tabletop directly beneath the lamp.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style photo with the lamp centered on a glossy neutral tabletop against a smooth, light beige background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionLamp centered horizontally and positioned in the lower half of the frame with large negative space above.
- BackgroundUniform light beige wall or backdrop with no visible texture or props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.70 (high) - Tabletop surfacePale glossy surface that reflects the lamp and casts a soft shadow to the left and below the lamp.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting qualitySoft, diffused studio lighting that creates gentle shadows and highlights without harsh specular glare.
Colors
pale peach· lampshade#FEDBCBlight sky blue· upper base cylinder#6BADBBmedium green· lower base cylinder#428956- Shade shape and textureConical pleated lampshade with evenly spaced vertical folds creating a mushroom-like profile; interior is lit producing a warm glow toward the top center of the shade.
- 02
Product
Multiple two-tone cylindrical lamp bodies and separate lamp components arranged on a flat surface; visible exposed bulbs and a white pleated lamp shade. The image focuses on the top surfaces and open bulb sockets of several small table-lamp bodies.
- Central two-tone lamp bodyVertical cylindrical lamp body with a matte light-blue circular top piece and a translucent pale-yellow lower cylinder; the top has a short circular socket collar with small ventilation holes and a partially inserted white globe bulb with a visible metallic screw base.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Exposed globe bulbSmall white spherical bulb with a glossy finish and a visible threaded metallic brass-coloured screw base sitting partially in a socket on the central lamp top.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.27 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Foreground peach cylinderMatte pastel-peach cylindrical lamp body lying on its side in the lower part of the image with an open top socket visible and a second small white globe bulb near its rim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.54 · h 0.34 (high) - Orange and red lamp topsSeveral additional cylindrical tops in bright orange and coral-red tones visible toward the upper-left and near center-left, showing open sockets without bulbs.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.34 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.24 (medium) - Olive-green lamp bodyMatte dark olive-green cylindrical lamp body with an open top socket visible in the upper-right quadrant.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - White pleated shadePart of a white paper or plastic pleated lamp shade with sharp folded ridges visible at left-center, showing radial accordion folds and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.46 · w 0.26 · h 0.34 (high) - Loose bulb on surfaceAn additional small white globe bulb with a brass-coloured screw base lying on the white surface near the right edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.90 · y 0.68 · w 0.09 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio-styled top-down composition on a white surface with soft directional lighting and soft shadows; multiple lamp parts are cropped at image edges.
- Shot compositionOverhead or high-angle view showing several lamp bodies and components arranged on a flat white surface with some items cropped by the frame.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting from upper-left producing gentle shadows beneath and to the right of objects and subtle highlights on glossy bulb surfaces.
- Image cropSeveral lamp bodies are partially outside the frame at top and bottom edges, indicating a close, tightly framed product arrangement.
Colors
pastel light blue· central toppale yellow· central lower bodypastel peach· foreground cylinder#EBBBB4bright orange· orange top#FE8502coral red· coral/red top#FD6B74olive green· olive-green body#424C2Abright white· white pleated shademetallic brass· bulb screw base#C09761- Central two-tone lamp bodyVertical cylindrical lamp body with a matte light-blue circular top piece and a translucent pale-yellow lower cylinder; the top has a short circular socket collar with small ventilation holes and a partially inserted white globe bulb with a visible metallic screw base.