GOLDEN : LUM
Lighting Fixture
Placing focus upon the design and fabrication of a lighting fixture for the luxury market, a functional prototype was crafted. The utilization of exotic wood, tech integration, and sleek modern design cues culminated in the creation of a fixture which potentially could serve as the basis for a mass-produced lighting fixture.
Collaborators: Jiayu Zhou, Philip Custer, Lien-Feng Chan
Concept Development
Biomorphic design elements such as honeycombs, bees, and plants were sources of inspiration. Through the process of ideation and iteration, these design elements were addressed and combined in conjunction with the parameters outlined in the design brief.
Prototyping
Foam core mockups were made to help determine proportion and height, utilizing the golden ratio as a starting point. As the lighting fixture was to be activated via a touch panel, the height of the fixture needed to be within arm's length, ensuring comfortable use. Following two iterations, the information garnered was transfered to CAD to further detail a fabrication plan.
Fabrication
A fabrication plan was crafted in relation to differing materialities and their respective manufacturing process. It was segmented into the following: Woodwork, Plastics Production, and Electrical Configuration.