I want to wrap myself in Hue’s new Liane rope lights
Philips Hue has launched a new line of architectural 'Liane' rope lights that offer 360-degree diffuse illumination. These smart, color-changing lights are designed to serve as both decor and functional lighting, though they come at a premium price point.
Why it matters
It highlights the trend of integrating smart technology into high-end interior design, moving smart lighting beyond basic bulbs into architectural features.
I love smart lighting, but I don’t love many of the form factors it comes in. With a few exceptions, most smart, color-changing lamps and fixtures fit better in my teenage son’s dorm room than my living room. So, I was pleasantly surprised to see Philips Hue’s new line of architecturally focused smart lights, launched at IFA this week and now available to buy at Philips-Hue.com.
I was very impressed by the Liane 360-degree Rope Lights, which I saw displayed in a trendy Berlin loft. Its versatility, range of brightness, rich colors, and infinite design possibilities really put the smart into smart lighting.
[Image: This collection of 17 weighted 3-meter Liane rope lights crafted into a chandelier will set you back $7,000. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/LR6B5512.jpeg?quality=90&strip=all]
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