Though an insect's eye is not the most glamorous image, design studio 'WertelOberfell-Platform' has defiantly modeled their Dragonfly.MGX pendant light after one to prove otherwise.
Created using a 3D printer, the Dragonfly.MGX boasts a honeycomb aesthetic that is completely mesmerizing. On a practical level, the lampshade shields eyes from glare while letting a significant amount of light pass through. According to PSFK, "each piece is individually drawn and created by laser beam, and carefully finished by hand."
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- 3D Printed Lighting
- The use of 3D printing technology in creating lighting fixtures presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the lighting industry.
- Biomorphic Designs
- Taking inspiration from natural forms, like insects' eyes, presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the design industry for creating unique products.
- Glare-reducing Lighting
- Designing lighting fixtures that shield the eyes from glare while still allowing for optimal lighting presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the lighting industry.
Where This Applies
- Lighting
- The use of 3D printing technology to create lighting fixtures and the development of glare-reducing lighting are disruptive innovation opportunities within the lighting industry.
- Design
- Taking inspiration from natural forms, like insects' eyes, provides disruptive innovation opportunities in the design industry for unique products.
- Manufacturing
- The use of 3D printing technology in the manufacturing process of products presents a disruptive innovation opportunity within the manufacturing industry.
