Beauty is a word that would certainly describe the Aria and Avia Lamps. Although symmetry is often greatly appreciated visually in chandelier design, this pair manages to impress without it.
The Zaha Hadid studio created this dynamic duo for the Italian brand called Slamp. Both elaborate illuminators comprise up to six interior light sources that radiate outwards, as well as one that points directly down as a spotlight.
Both are composed of a collection of up to 50 shards of plastic that hang down and around the entire perimeter of the pendant lamp with only tight gaps between them. No two pieces are alike, so the silhouettes that form are unbalanced, but fluid. The Aria Lamp features translucent fins while the Avia Lamp is composed of either white or black opaque components.
Warped Phantasmal Fixtures
The Aria and Avia Lamps Embody an Elegant but Spectral Asymmetry
Trend Themes
1. Asymmetrical Design - Opportunity for designers to create visually striking products that break away from traditional symmetrical aesthetics.
2. Dynamic Illumination - Potential for innovative lighting solutions that combine multiple light sources and provide versatile lighting options.
3. Customized Silhouettes - Demand for personalized lighting designs with unique and fluid shapes created through the arrangement of individual components.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Scope for interior designers to incorporate asymmetrical lighting fixtures to create visually appealing and unconventional spaces.
2. Lighting Manufacturing - Opportunity for lighting manufacturers to develop dynamic fixtures that offer various lighting configurations and enhance the ambiance of any setting.
3. Home Decor Retail - Market for retailers to offer customized lighting options that allow customers to create unique silhouettes tailored to their style and preferences.