design robert dudley best voor gubi concept the bestlite bl1 table lamp in geelkoper/porselein was designed by robert dudley best in 1930. this is an internationally sought-after design with strong references to bauhaus. winston churchill, who was once prime minister of the united kingdom, chose the bestlite bl1 table lamp for his desk at whitehall. as the story goes, churchill brought the lamp with him on his journeys around the world. this was bestlite’s big break and has helped make the lamp the classic that it is today. its minimalist yet distinctive expression makes the lamp perfectly suited for offices and creative corners. it can also be used as lighting on your nightstand or in your living room.