Designed as a decorative light, the Mi-480 deals with the idea of a textured skin, creating layers of transparent, translucent and opaque patterns. The gradients of light and shade that result, give the surface a sense of visual depth which changes depending upon the viewing angle. 480 pieces of acrylic, varying in size are illuminated by a single light source, located in the centre. This further helps create the illusion of a richly textured skin. Carefully placed gaps in the skin allow for rays of light to escape through, creating their own patterns onto the surroundings.

Raza Zahid is an architect/ designer based in Lahore and is the founder of Raza Zahid Atelier, a design house focusing on architecture, interiors and product design. RZA is inspired upon the modernist sensibility: its focus is to question the status quo by reinterpreting the use of local crafts and materials, adopting new technologies and designing sensory spaces and products that bring joy to the users. Raza Zahid has also been involved in academia since 2009 and has taught at a number of universities in Pakistan.

Raza Zahid Atelier is a design house based in Lahore, Pakistan with a focus on architecture, interiors and furniture/ product design. RZA is inspired upon the modernist sensibility; its aim is to question the status quo by reinterpreting the use of local crafts and materials, adopting new technologies and designing sensory spaces and products that bring joy to its users.