The first one-inch architectural downlight engineered for true whole-home lighting.
CARSON, Calif. — Feb. 16, 2026 — DMF Lighting is redefining what’s possible in small-aperture lighting with the introduction of Artafex 1, the first one-inch architectural downlight suitable for whole-home applications. Historically limited to accent use due to compromises in output, glare, cost, and serviceability, one-inch fixtures have never delivered true performance at scale. Artafex 1 changes that and releases at Lightapalooza 2026.
At the core of Artafex 1 is the industry’s only 3-Stage Optic (patent pending) in a one-inch fixture, delivering best-in-class glare mitigation while maintaining exceptional optical clarity through precision glass and silicone optics. The result is up to 1,000 lumens delivered without glare, setting a new benchmark for small-aperture lighting performance suitable for ambient, task, and accent applications throughout the home.
A thirty-five-degree adjustable beam is paired with a precision gear-drive tilt mechanism that enables smooth, accurate aiming and locks securely in place, even during hot aiming. This ensures consistent, repeatable results for installers while giving designers precise control over beam placement.
Powered by DMF’s award-winning PhaseX digital lighting technology, Artafex 1 is the only one-inch fixture delivering tunable white lighting. PhaseX delivers precise color control, flicker-free performance, and ultra-smooth .1% percent dimming, enabling seamless transitions from day to night while supporting circadian lighting strategies with exceptional consistency. Operating over standard electrical wiring, PhaseX provides centralized control, fine-resolution dimming, and flexible zoning, bringing the advantages of digital lighting to new construction, remodel, and retrofit applications.
Installation and long-term serviceability are designed with integrators in mind. A universal AC-to-DC remote driver powers one to five fixtures and can be located up to one hundred feet away. An integral DC Regulator delivers constant current at every fixture for uniform brightness. Both the regulator and
light module are serviceable from below the ceiling plane, eliminating the need to disturb finished ceilings.
With its virtually invisible one-inch aperture, refined aesthetic, and uncompromised performance, Artafex 1 with TRIAC or PhaseX dimming is the first true one-inch solution capable of supporting complete residential lighting designs – without compromise.
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About DMF Lighting
DMF Lighting brings a creative approach to lighting and offers industry-leading technology that sets the bar for performance, quality, and flexibility. Our in-house research and development team designs products that provide exceptional aesthetics and are modular, which allows our lights to adapt easily to project changes or a future room redesign. DMF Lighting LED downlights produce accurate color rendering and smooth dimming and have low power consumption. They complement and enhance how a room looks and feels without sacrificing energy efficiency.
At DMF Lighting, we understand that light is more than illumination; light is what makes a space beautiful, useful, and ultimately, enjoyable. Learn more at www.dmfLuxury.com.