Sen Lamp

Sen Lamp is an innovative portable lighting fixture that seamlessly merges functional illumination with artistic expression, drawing inspiration from the traditional Japanese tea ceremony implement known as Chasen. This sophisticated lighting design, created by Japanese designer Miwako Tanahashi, exemplifies a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary technology. The lamp's distinctive structure comprises 94 precisely engineered linear components, crafted from 0.8mm thick stainless steel plates with 1mm width, meticulously arranged and secured within two fixed rings. Its intricate construction creates a mesmerizing interplay of light and shadow, enhanced by a specialized color gradation technique that responds dynamically to viewing angles and ambient brightness. Standing at 176mm in height with a width and depth of 115mm, the lamp's cordless design incorporates LED technology and battery power, offering versatile placement options for both indoor and outdoor settings. The design's technical sophistication is particularly evident in its advanced laser-cutting methodology, which enables the production of precise, delicate components that maintain structural integrity despite their minimal dimensions. This remarkable fusion of form and function earned the Sen Lamp a Bronze A' Design Award in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design category, recognizing its innovative approach to portable lighting solutions and its contribution to contemporary design aesthetics. The lamp's ability to serve as both a functional light source and an engaging art object represents a thoughtful response to modern lighting needs, offering an alternative to conventional bright illumination while creating intimate, atmospheric spaces.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: portable lighting design, Japanese-inspired craftsmanship, stainless steel construction, LED technology, artistic illumination, contemporary lighting fixture

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/134757

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