5 by 5 Multifunctional Lamp by Maria Oikimus |
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| DESIGN NAME: 5 by 5 PRIMARY FUNCTION: Multifunctional Lamp INSPIRATION: The object is based on a puzzle Rubik’s Snake (Rubik Erno, 1970). UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The main idea of the lamp is spatial transformation. Its aim is to create a simple object that would be interesting not only for adults but also for children. The lamp can be used both in public areas (cafes, restaurants, hotels, shops, etc.) and in the residential houses. The main feature of the project is its versatility: thanks to its size, practicality and ease of assembly, it can be easily transformed into a table lamp, a wall lamp or even attached to a ceiling. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: Using this lamps is as simple as its minimal design. The 7 elements of lamp interconnected by hinges, that allow the parts to rotate 360, the lamp can adopt creative and original 2D and 3D shapes. The lamp is turned on and off with a touch dimmer. You only need to touch a plexiglass. You can create new forms and lamp will light. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project started in January 2014 in St.petersburg and finished in September 2014 , and was exhibited in SaloneSatellite in Moscow in October 2014. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Lighting Products and Fixtures Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: This is a handcrafted lamp using new age LED light. The object comprises 7 elements interconnected by hinges. A simple joint mechanism allows the parts to be rotated at 360 but they can also be fixed, thus allowing creation of two-or three-dimensional shapes SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: The lamp is made of plywood. The lights source is LEDs laid inside the case illuminating through frosted Plexiglas. Environmentally friendly low energy consumption LED light switch at the base of the lamp 12 LED Class C, White, 9.6W / meter. 12V Power Adapter ( 220 V ). Lamp off with touch dimmer for LED. Length of colored cord: 3 meters. Length: 720 mm, Width: 61 mm, Height 43mm. TAGS: Lighting, lamp, desk lamp, table lamp, light, lighting design, plywood, rotating, rubikscube, toys RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Contemporary functional design is very demanding. It means there exists a need to offer a transforming product with a lot of possibilities for the final customer. Our behavioral research was aimed at the studying of the children and adults reaction to the product. Our objective was to create a new design object that combines elements of the game with strict functionality. We used retrospective and structural analysis of Rubiks Snake as a toy and as a modular apparatus. For the data collection we watched our kids reaction to different toys. We also used books and Internet. From the beginning our lamp-toy was aimed at children. We showed all the models to children and looked at their reaction and their level of interest. But later we realized that the famous toy was interesting not only for kids but also for adults, which helped us to improve our design idea. As a result we have an object that is suitable for all ages. Despite the visual complexity of the lamp, its manufacturing is simple and has low costs. CHALLENGE: The most difficult part of the project was connecting the sections. The question was how to prevent the cable from twisting during the movement and keeping the lamp working. Another objective was to keep each position of the lamp fixed. All he questions were resolved. ADDED DATE: 2015-02-22 20:48:40 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : IMAGE CREDITS: Oikimus Maria, 2015. |
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NAME: OIKIMUS DESIGN PROFILE: Oikimus Design is a furniture and lighting design studio. Each product of the studio is a unique work handcrafted in Saint-Petersburg. We connect design heritage with modern demanding every day life where buying only one item of design you are able to transform it in many other. We are trying to rethink design bases via new materials and technologies. |
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5 by 5 Multifunctional Lamp by Maria Oikimus is Winner in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design Category, 2014 - 2015.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Maria Oikimus. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Maria Oikimus. |
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