Orion: A heavy-duty outdoor lamp powered by foldable organic photovoltaic film

Durability, portability and usability – these three aspects pertain to the crucial ‘cornerstone’ features appreciated in outdoor-oriented products. And fortunately, the Orion LED lamp (from L’École de design Nantes Atlantique) fulfills all of the criteria with its advanced ‘green’ technology, complemented by heavy-duty attributes. Envisaged as an illumination solution for …

Sputnik Lamps created from cotton treads meshed over wooden parts

We have had the fortune of coming across lighting units made from an assortment of natural materials like cedar slats, hemp fiber paper and even tree branches. But this time around, the state of uniqueness gives way to fascinating aesthetics with the aptly named Sputnik Lamps from designer Julie Lansom. …

One must ‘break’ the Slash Lamp to use it in a practical manner!

Blurring the line between a brand new object and a broken device – the Slash Lamp by Dragosmotica Studio (for Ubikubi) tickles our fancy with its boisterous design. Crafted from the unconventional items of concrete and cork, the lighting contrivance bridges the gap between the man-made and natural materials. But …