Lighting manufacturer Gantri works in collaboration with vintage furniture dealer Rarify on the Cube One Table Lamp. This is a modular 3D-printed light system that is made with elements collected from Swiss furniture brand USM and it was presented by local designer Studio Guapo as a part of the larger NYCxDesign this year. The lighting was shown on display in Manhattan's Lower East Side storefront. Multiple parts of the lights can be stacked or connected to one another to create larger pieces.
The team explained, "The lamp is built as an infinitely expandable modular system, capable of evolving into furniture, larger lamps, hanging fixtures, illuminated walls, or architecture-scale installations." It added, "This new release reflects the changing face of product engineering, emphasising made-to-order production, 3D printing with biodegradable materials, and the seamless integration of vintage and new."
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What's Driving This Trend
- Modular Lighting Systems
- Adaptable lighting systems provide customizable solutions that can expand into larger installations, reflecting a shift towards more flexible and personalizable home decor.
- Sustainable 3D Printing
- The use of biodegradable materials in 3D printing for lighting fixtures signifies a move towards eco-friendly manufacturing processes that reduce environmental impact.
- Vintage-modern Integration
- The fusion of vintage elements with modern design in lighting products highlights a trend of combining past and present aesthetics to create unique, timeless pieces.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture and Lighting Design
- Innovative lighting solutions that integrate modularity and sustainability are reshaping the traditional boundaries in the furniture and lighting sector.
- 3D Printing Technology
- Advancements in 3D printing with biodegradable materials open new avenues for sustainable product development within the additive manufacturing industry.
- Sustainable Manufacturing
- The shift towards made-to-order production and eco-friendly materials is revolutionizing practices in industries focused on reducing their carbon footprints.
