# Illuminated Cars of the Future Audi A'KIMONO LS2.0 Design Emerges from Lighting Concept By Alexandra Choli | Published 2009-01-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-vehicle-designs-the-audi-akimono-ls20-concept-emerges-from-light References: [carbodydesign](http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2009/01/26-a-kimono-ls20-concept/) Teodor Kyuchukov is the (almost literally) enlightened designer of the magnificent [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-a7l) A’KIMONO LS2.0 Concept. His idea is based on the “Automatic Lighting Sculpture,” an artificial lighting system used to make the exterior body surfaces visible in the dark. Developed from the original A’kimono Concept, the third prize winner at the Desire Design Contest 2007 by Domus Academy & Stile Bertone, the design is overpowering. Mysterious and edgy, the car employs hidden lighting in order to make its muscular silhouette recognizable, even in the darkest of hours. The concept was inspired by the traditional Japanese costume, the kimono, and brings to mind something out of [sci-fi Japanese comic books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-dark-side-performance-concept). Still, its aggressive lines follow the [latest philosophy of Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milan-design-week-2025) loyally for its sportscar models. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Automatic Lighting Sculpture:** Opportunity for automakers to incorporate artificial lighting systems in their designs to enhance visibility and create a unique aesthetic. - **Hidden Lighting:** Potential for innovative use of concealed lighting in automotive design to create an impactful and recognizable silhouette. - **Japanese-inspired Design:** Opportunity to draw inspiration from traditional Japanese aesthetics to create futuristic and edgy car designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Automakers can leverage illuminated car designs to differentiate their brand and enhance the overall driving experience. - **Automotive Lighting:** Opportunity for lighting manufacturers to develop advanced lighting systems that enhance visibility and safety for vehicles. - **Design:** Designers can explore Japanese-inspired themes and incorporate innovative lighting techniques to create visually striking automotive designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaborative Custom Car Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/model-a7l.md) - [Dynamic Silhouette Car Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-dresscode-concept.md) - [Lounge-Like Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-concept-vehicle.md) - [Lighting-Wrapped Concept Coupes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-coupe.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Headlight Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neue-klasse.md) - [Semi-Transparent Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept.md) - [Ultra-Futuristic Modern Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-vision-oneeleven.md) - [Color-Changing Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-i-vision-dee.md) - [Streamlined Digital EV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infiniti-vision-qe-concept.md)