The result of an interesting challenge set by a professor, the Flight Lamp is a sleek design that pleases both visually and practically. The parameters were strict: create something using aircraft ply, incorporating tension in its construction and flat-packs into an envelope. Calen Knauf, an industrial design student based in Vancouver, met the challenge with ease.
He created a sturdy yet lightweight fixture that met all three criteria. Weighing no more than 1.5 pounds, the Flight Lamp was inspired by traditional balsa-wood airplane kits. Set at a cantilevered angle, the Flight Lamp's shade curves to create a protective embrace around the bulb. Supported on two copper legs, the Flight Lamp comes in two different colorways: all black except for the base as well as mint and pale wood.
Model Airplane-Inspired Lights
The Flight Lamp by Calen Knauf is Sleek and Lightweight
Trend Themes
1. Balsa-wood-inspired Designs - Designing products using the lightweight and sturdy qualities of balsa wood to create sleek and practical solutions.
2. Flat-pack Envelope Designs - Developing products that can be easily packaged into envelopes through innovative tension construction and material selection.
3. Copper Accent Lighting - Incorporating copper accents in lighting fixtures to add visual appeal and a trendy aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Industrial Design - Exploring new ways to use balsa wood and tension construction techniques in the design of lightweight and compact consumer products.
2. Packaging - Creating innovative packaging solutions that can accommodate flat-pack designs for improved transportation and eco-friendly shipping.
3. Lighting - Integrating copper accents and unique shade designs into lighting fixtures to offer a modern and stylish lighting option for consumers.