Luxblade Smart Lamp by Menghai Xia, Siyu Zang and Qijun Nie |
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| DESIGN NAME: Luxblade PRIMARY FUNCTION: Smart Lamp INSPIRATION: The inspiration of this project is the concept of “grabbing” light, transforming it from an intangible element into a physical, interactive experience. The luxblade allows users to hold and carry light, making it feel more personal and portable. By eliminating the traditional screw in mechanism, the design enhances this experience, creating a versatile object that redefines how we interact with light, shifting it from a purely visual element to a tangible, user controlled source. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Luxblade lighting project introduces a cylindrical lightbulb without a traditional screw in mechanism, featuring advanced internal components like control chips, a battery, and LED panels. Inspired by making light tangible, users can grab and interact with the light. Both floor and desktop lamps have three light sources: main lights, foundation domes, and light rings. Touchpads on the blade let users adjust light direction with circular motions and control brightness with vertical swipes. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Luxblade has touch controls for adjusting light direction with circular motions and brightness with vertical swipes. The Blade, the main light source, is detachable for portability, and a guiding light on the magnetic dock activates upon removal. The base light also turns on when The Blade is removed, providing continuous lighting that can be controlled via Apple HomeKit or manually for a customizable and seamless experience. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: 2023.11-present. Savannah,Ga, USA and Beijing,China FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Lighting Products and Fixtures Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: We managed the design and prototyping process in house using CAD and 3D printing. The main light source, "The Blade," is housed in a durable white acrylic shell, while the base and foundation domes are made from anodized aluminum to ensure stability and add the necessary weight. The advanced LED technology is integrated within this structure, and we developed touch-sensitive controls using capacitive touch sensors. The magnetic charging base was also engineered for seamless docking, and the software was built to integrate with Apple HomeKit for smart home compatibility. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Main light unit, the blade: Length 350 mm x Diameter 44 mm The foundation light dome: Diameter 258mm Floor lamp height: 1500mm Desktop lamp height: 1000mm TAGS: Tangible light, interactive lighting, smart home integration, touch sensitive controls, detachable light source, home decor, personalized lighting, LED technology, HomeKit, scifi inspired design RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Our research for Luxblade blended functionality with a sense of wonder, inspired by tangible light in science fiction. We designed a light users could physically grab and carry. User feedback helped refine aesthetics, usability, and emotional interaction, resulting in a romantic, hands-on experience seamlessly integrated with smart systems like Apple HomeKit, merging science fiction-inspired design with practical, smart technology for everyday use. CHALLENGE: The hardest part of designing Luxblade was balancing its sci-fi-inspired aesthetic with practical functionality. Internally, we faced challenges in making light feel tangible while ensuring the product remained user-friendly and not overly futuristic. Externally, we had to address production limitations, such as integrating touch controls and battery technology in a sleek form. Additionally, ensuring compatibility with smart systems like Apple HomeKit while adhering to safety and tech regulations added complexity. Through iterative design and testing, we achieved a functional yet emotionally engaging product. ADDED DATE: 2024-09-30 02:54:16 TEAM MEMBERS (5) : Designer: Menghai Xia , Designer: Siyu Zang, Designer: Weijing Zhao , Designer: Qijun Nie and Designer: Yuqing Xiao IMAGE CREDITS: All pictures are works of the team. PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Patent Pending |
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NAME: Functional Form Flock Allies PROFILE: The Functional Form Block Allies is a design collective with designers based in Beijing, China; London, UK; and Savannah, Georgia, USA. Comprised of creative professionals collaborating across disciplines, the collective specializes in industrial design, user experience, interaction design, service design, and design education. With a user-centered and systematic approach, they craft functional, well-designed products that balance aesthetics and practicality across sectors such as electronics, medical devices, lighting, lifestyle products and industrial solutions. |
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Luxblade Smart Lamp by Menghai Xia, Siyu Zang and Qijun Nie is Winner in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design Category, 2024 - 2025.· Read the interview with designer Menghai Xia, Siyu Zang and Qijun Nie for design Luxblade here.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Menghai Xia, Siyu Zang and Qijun Nie. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Menghai Xia, Siyu Zang and Qijun Nie. |
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