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Lighting

Discover 276 award-winning designs tagged Lighting on A Design Magazine.

Iris Lamp

Iris

Iris is a small table lamp that provides indirect lighting. The lighting system allows control of the light intensity and regulation of the light beam directed upwards. A diaphragm mechanism lets the user adjust the upper beam by hand. A simple form was chosen so that the diaphragm remains the main feature. The metal parts are made of carbon steel and stainless steel, shaped by laser cutting and turning. The dome is made of ABS plastic by three-dimensional printing and can be undocked to change the bulb.

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The Intelligent Eggshell Porcelain Nightlight

The Intelligent Eggshell

The Intelligent Eggshell Lamp is a porcelain nightlight that combines hand-made eggshell porcelain with voice control. The shade is formed through more than forty working procedures, repeated fettling and carving, and three firings, giving a wall thickness within 1 mm. Carved points, lines and surfaces glow like a night sky when the lamp is lit. The tapered housing is curved to sit in the hand and resists tipping. The light is switched on and off by voice, so the hands stay free. The design aims to revive a traditional folk craft.

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Lightwist Floor Lamp

Lightwist

Lightwist is a dynamic floor lamp with a new-type kinetic geometry structure which is composed of 88 paper Tetrahedrons. When it turns light on, it will gradually twist itself and change the entire shape and looks like an alive creature breathing. Along with the bionic movement of Lightwist and the warm lighting, it could provide a distinctive atmosphere for users and bring a charming experience of lighting. Lightwist is built by a solid research on the knowledge of transformable structures and geometry. Making the good use on the rule and knowledge of Kaleidocycle and kinetic structures.

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Light Weaving  Installation Art

Light Weaving

Light Weaving is an outdoor lighting installation shaped as a Christmas tree. The structure is made of laser cut stainless steel pipes forming 80 triangle units joined by more than 240 welded points. Acrylic yarn is woven by hand over the metal frame, following the weaving techniques of the indigenous people of Taiwan. Computer controlled LED lights and a light sensor adjust the colors to a timing system and to natural light, and the tone stays blue at midnight. The design brings delicate woven craft outdoors for public viewing.

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Sunnest Table Lamp

Sunnest

Sunnest is a bedside table lamp with a breathing light that offers behavioral interaction with users to reduce stress during sleeping by mimicking the fading out of light of the natural phenomenon: Sunset. Inspired by an iris shutter of lens, users can twist the top cloudy plastic part, composed of two 3D printed shutter bases and six shutter blades, in an anti-clockwise way to make the light fading out when it is projected on the wall or ceiling. The gradual disappearance of light related to sunset can relieve the users and create a soothing ambience to fall asleep.

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Parla Multifunctional Lamp

Parla

Parla is a portable multipurpose lamp designed to reduce energy use in the home. The lamp consists of two parts, a handle unit and a base. The base acts as a support and as a wireless charger, and a hinge allows the height to be adjusted. The base is made of brushed aluminium, the handle is made of plastic, and the section that light passes through is made of semi transparent plastic. A touch screen on the handle controls the power and the light intensity. The battery and the ergonomic handle allow the lamp to be carried and used as a study lamp or a sleeping lamp.

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Shwood Desk Lamp

Shwood

Shwood is a desk lamp made of beech wood. The lamp is operated by touching the wooden surface and sliding the inner pillar through the outer structure. The movement creates the soft sound of solid wood pieces sliding against each other. Raising the pillar turns on the light, and a small hook on the back holds the pillar in place. The lamp is 25 cm high when closed and 40 cm when fully raised, with a width and depth of 7 cm. The electrical parts of the LED light source are hidden inside. The intent is to present wood craftsmanship and a calming sensation.

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Lamps Collection Concept Design

Lamps Collection

This personal collection of lamps presents an innovative proposal in relation to the conception of lighting objects, which in addition to fulfilling their primary purpose also have a strong sculptural charge that gives them an artistic function and makes them unique. The floor lamp is influenced by kinetic art, so through its articulated and flexible structure the user can direct the light at will. The nightstand lamp resembles a bitten apple in shape, playing here with the metaphor of light as a source of creativity so that the user can feel inspired to use it as a study and reading lamp.

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Donut Lamp

Donut

Donut is a desk lamp designed for bedrooms and reading areas. The lamp has no visible switch. The shade is shaped like a donut and also serves as the control. The lamp is turned on by placing a hand on the shade and pushing it clockwise. Further clockwise movement increases the brightness, while counterclockwise movement lowers the brightness or turns the lamp off. The outer layer of the shade is made of linen, which softens the light and creates a warm atmosphere. The lamp measures 15 cm in length, 15 cm in width and 30 cm in height.

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Lexilight Reading Lamp

Lexilight

Lexilight is a reading lamp designed to support people with dyslexia. The lamp combines pulsed and modulated light, which erases the mirror image that a dyslexic reader can perceive. Reading becomes easier, faster and longer without eye strain. A main button switches between the Lexilight mode and normal light, and two potentiometers adjust the pulsation and modulation for each user. The head is made of ABS with a metal paint finish, the diffuser of PMMA and the foot of Zamac. The form recalls a caring friend bent over the book, as a parent would be.

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Ten Centimeter Indirect Lighting Lamp

Ten Centimeter

Ten Centimeter is an indirect lighting lamp designed for television walls, computer workstations and corners of living rooms. The lamp is made of wood and aluminium alloy with an LED module. The base and the luminous body can be rotated and separated, and the lighting angle can be adjusted through 360 degrees. The base has a fully detachable three-leg cross structure with a small footprint. Brightness is adjusted by remote control, which also offers a breathing blinking mode. The lamp is produced in three sizes and is delivered in flat packaging for simple assembly.

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Phantom Integrated Lamp

Phantom

Phantom is an integrated wall lamp designed for living rooms and commercial spaces. All parts of Phantom are placed inside the wall, which creates the illusion of a three-dimensional table lamp gliding on the surface. The form is inspired by rock-cut architecture and by the restrained exterior of Byzantine churches. Two material versions are offered: one in brass and one in gypsum, which lowers the cost and allows painting in any color. LEDs are placed above and below the body. A touch sensor at the lower part adjusts the light with one touch.

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