Mi-480 Table Lamp

Mi-480 Table Lamp

Mi-480 Table Lamp is an innovative lighting fixture that exemplifies the intersection of parametric design and organic aesthetics, featuring a sophisticated textured skin composed of 480 precisely arranged acrylic pieces. This remarkable decorative lamp, designed by Raza Zahid, draws inspiration from generative systems found in nature, transforming two-dimensional planar geometry into a complex three-dimensional form that suggests organic growth. Standing 660 millimeters in height with a base diameter of 455 millimeters, the lamp's structural framework consists of clear acrylic sheets of varying thicknesses (5mm and 3mm), while the outer scales are crafted from 2mm translucent acrylic. The design's distinctive feature lies in its ability to create layers of transparent, translucent, and opaque patterns, generating dynamic gradients of light and shade that provide visual depth that changes based on viewing angle. A centrally positioned light source illuminates the intricate arrangement of scales, allowing subtle rays to escape through carefully planned gaps, creating ambient patterns in the surrounding space. The lamp demonstrates a compelling visual duality - appearing warm and delicate when illuminated, while maintaining a more sculptural, reflective presence when unlit. The design process utilized advanced computer modeling and programming techniques, particularly employing Grasshopper software to optimize the varying scale sizes and layering effects. This innovative approach to lighting design earned recognition with a Silver A' Design Award in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design category, acknowledging its contribution to advancing the boundaries of lighting design through its unique combination of technological sophistication and artistic expression.

lighting design, parametric architecture, decorative lamp, acrylic craftsmanship, organic patterns, contemporary illumination

— Adam Dawson