Designer Samuel Wilkinson launches a look at his new lighting solution dubbed the Sorpresa in collaboration with Danish imprint Astep. The two create the light using a special mechanism so that once it is released from its paper sheath, it would expand a few inches to just over 43 inches.
The limbs will go outwards on the bottom and top of the shade. Wilkinson notes, “I wanted to create a piece that would intrigue. As its name suggests, the essence of the lamp is ‘surprise’. We looked at various collapsible objects for inspiration and found a traditional shaker wool winder. It was the low-tech expandable timber construction that I admired most, the simple movement and expression."
Image Credit: Samuel Wilkinson
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Collapsible Lighting Design
- Collapsible lighting designs offer a novel approach to space-efficient and portable illumination solutions, enhancing versatility in home decor and lighting.
- Paper-based Light Innovations
- Innovative use of paper materials in lighting solutions creates opportunities for eco-friendly design with aesthetic appeal.
- Surprise Mechanism in Product Design
- Integrating surprise mechanisms in product design can captivate consumers, offering unique and engaging user experiences.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Home Decor
- The home decor industry is ripe for disruptive innovations, particularly in creating functional and space-efficient lighting solutions.
- Sustainable Design
- Sustainable design industries are embracing unconventional materials like paper to deliver environmentally conscious products.
- Urban Living Solutions
- Urban living solutions benefit from compact and ingenious product designs that cater to limited spaces and dynamic lifestyles.
