The 'Konus' lamp is a style-focused illuminator that seeks to balance the form and function needs of consumers, while also keeping attention on the environment.
Inspired by a shuttlecock from badminton, the lamp features a round base with a fancy conical shade on the top that will bathe a space in warm, inviting light. Designed by Konus Design for Gantri, the lamp has been 3D-printed using biodegradable PLA material, which will allow it to be consciously discard after it has served its purpose.
The initial design of the 'Konus' lamp created two decades ago was detailed by Raphael Pangilinan of Konus Design who said, "I didn’t have a lot of money, so I improvised using driftwood or pieces of metal. I first made Konus using bamboo, eventually moving on to hand-woven abacá fiber. I never manufactured it on a large scale because it would have taken forever, but now 3D printing lets me do that.”
What's Driving This Trend
- Biodegradable 3D Printing
- There is an opportunity for companies to innovate and develop new materials for 3D printing that are biodegradable, creating a more sustainable manufacturing process for various products.
- Eco-friendly Lighting
- As society becomes more focused on sustainability, there is potential for companies to create more eco-friendly lighting solutions similar to the Konus lamp, using biodegradable materials and energy-efficient technology.
- Form and Function Balance
- In the design industry, there is always a demand for products that balance both form and function, which presents an opportunity for designers to create aesthetically pleasing products that also serve a practical purpose.
Who This Affects Most
- Lighting Industry
- Companies in the lighting industry can innovate by incorporating more eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient technology into their products to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions.
- Manufacturing Industry
- The manufacturing industry can benefit from the development of biodegradable materials for 3D printing, reducing waste and creating more sustainable products.
- Design Industry
- Designers have an opportunity to create aesthetically pleasing products that also serve a practical purpose, satisfying the growing demand for products that balance both form and function.
