Silhouettes
Silhouettes
The Silhouettes table lamp is inspired by the principle of the traditional Russian matryoshka doll, in which the same form is repeated at different scales and nested one inside another. The familiar silhouette of a classic table lamp became the starting point, while its geometry was reinterpreted through softer, more rounded forms. The project’s main feature is a series of metal “silhouettes” of different sizes that users can rearrange, combine, and nest together to change the appearance of the lamp.
Interaction with Silhouettes has a playful character. The user becomes involved in shaping the object and can create different compositions, adapting the lamp to personal preferences and the surrounding interior.
Particular attention was paid to the construction of the base. Despite the different scales of the metal elements, they are all positioned within the same plane. This engineering solution provides stability while preserving a visually clean and concise composition.
The matryoshka principle also has a practical function. For transportation, the individual elements can be nested compactly inside one another, significantly reducing the amount of space required for packaging.
A smaller packaging volume helps reduce the use of materials and makes transportation more efficient. The transformable concept therefore combines playful interaction, functionality, and a more rational approach to resources.
Silhouettes brings together the recognizable archetype of a table lamp, the principle of a traditional toy, and a contemporary approach to transformable product design.
Awards:
2020 — A' Design Award and Competition — Silver Winner in the “Lighting Products and Fixtures Design” category.
