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Lightwist Floor Lamp

Lightwist Floor Lamp is an innovative kinetic lighting fixture that represents a groundbreaking fusion of geometric principles, interactive design, and ambient illumination. This dynamic floor lamp, designed by Chia-Yu Yeh, features a sophisticated structure composed of 88 paper tetrahedrons that create a mesmerizing transformable geometry. The lamp's distinctive characteristic lies in its ability to physically twist and reshape itself when illuminated, mimicking the organic movement of breathing, which creates an engaging interplay between light, form, and motion. Standing at 880mm in height with a footprint of 400mm x 400mm, the design draws inspiration from the mathematical principles of kaleidocycles and transformable structures, representing a culmination of extensive research in geometry and kinetic architecture. The lamp's construction integrates paper components with metal elements and employs Arduino software to control its metamorphic movements, resulting in a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary technology. When activated, the lamp gradually alters its configuration while emitting warm light, creating a meditative atmosphere that encourages users to synchronize their breathing with its rhythmic transformations. This innovative approach to lighting design, which earned recognition with an Iron A' Design Award in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design category, demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of both functional illumination and experiential design. The project, developed between April 2016 and January 2019 in Taiwan, represents a significant advancement in interactive lighting solutions, offering users a unique combination of ambient lighting and dynamic sculptural art.

floor lamp design, kinetic lighting, geometric transformation, interactive illumination, paper tetrahedron structure, ambient lighting fixture

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