Offecct reintroduces the Spiegel Panels as an acoustic ceiling system designed to shape both sound and space. Originally developed in 1969 for the Spiegel publishing house in Hamburg, as part of one of Verner Panton’s most ambitious interior projects, where he developed a fully integrated interior concept. (Read more about the original project here.) Today, they return with updated materials, improved performance and greater flexibility for specification.
Offecct first brought the panels back into production in 2020, working in collaboration with the Panton family. In 2026, they are reintroduced as part of the 100th anniversary of Verner Panton’s birth, with further development in materials and specification.
“It is a great pleasure to see Verner’s acoustic Spiegel Panels in serial production, and I am proud to collaborate with Offecct on this project,” said Marianne Panton, as part of the original collaboration.
The anniversary marks a moment to revisit one of Panton’s most distinctive architectural ideas, now updated with improved performance and greater flexibility for specification.
As Øystein Austad, OFFECCT Design Manager, explains: “There are very few designers whose impact is as far-reaching as Verner Panton. His work has shaped generations of designers and continues to influence how we approach space and interiors. Having the Spiegel panels in the Offecct portfolio is both a privilege and a responsibility.”
Spiegel Panels are designed to improve how a space sounds, while also changing how it feels. Their three-dimensional form adds depth to the ceiling, helping it stand out rather than fade into the background.
The panels come in three heights: low (100 mm), medium (237 mm) and high (473 mm). Each can be used on its own, but combining them creates a more varied ceiling, with changes in depth and shadow that make the space feel more dynamic. Lower panels keep the effect subtle, while higher ones create stronger contrast and a more noticeable visual impact.
Colour is a central part of the system, with a palette that reflects Panton’s original approach. This was developed as part of one of the most distinctive interior projects of its time. Alongside a set of core neutral tones for more restrained spaces, the collection includes a wider palette inspired by Panton’s original work, allowing the panels to either blend in or become a defining feature of the room.
Spiegel Panels are designed to do more than shape a space visually. They deliver acoustic absorption up to Class A, helping to reduce noise in open and shared environments — the same challenge they were originally developed to address in the Spiegel canteen.
At the same time, they meet EN 13501-1 fire classification (B-s2, d0). The combination of high acoustic performance and certified fire safety within a sculptural ceiling system is uncommon.
The panels are designed for integration into standard 600 × 600 suspended ceiling systems, making them straightforward to install across a range of projects.
Spiegel Panels bring together acoustic performance and a strong visual identity, offering a practical solution for spaces where sound and spatial character both matter.
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