Sphere
Franz Award
2014
永恒
Eternity
Concept Group
Gold Winner
Interpretation
Eternity is an infinite definition to
be described with our limited imagination
Challenge
Abstracting this definition into a designed product
The Idea:
Past
Our past and future define our here and now
We have the unique ability to remember
our life: events, relationships or
ancestors in our past
important memories will never be
forgotten - only the details may fade
Present
We are aware of our present
We use our cognitive senses to
directly experience reality
(see, feel, taste,...)
We can clearly perceive our actions
due to our clear field of view
Future
Imagination leads us to create
our own future in our mind
We decide now what we are doing -
depending on what we experienced
and what we expect
The further we think about our future
the more unclear is our prospect
The Material
Ceramics is a material with tradition and a bright future
• precise
• natural and sustainable
• high tech attitudes:
e.g. thermal resistance, surface quality, hardness
e.g. thermal resistance, surface quality, hardness
The Decision
Creation of a pendant lamp for domestic purpose
with different kinds of illumination
• Light beautifully corresponds to ceramics
(reflection, physical resistance and translucency)
• Light is infinite itself and can adapt to various shapes
• Light is infinite itself and can adapt to various shapes
• Cermics offers high quality in surface and haptics
Sphere
The curved side view represents the ups and downs
as well as the constant motion in our lifetime
as well as the constant motion in our lifetime
Rotation-symmetric orientation shows equal shape and detail from different points of view
The central light illuminates directly
The spherical lights illuminate indirectly
The central light illuminates directly
The spherical lights illuminate indirectly
Details
Usability: Option 1
Direct light for best vision: learning, reading, drawing
Direct light for best vision: learning, reading, drawing
Usability: Option 2
Indirect illumination for a relaxing atmosphere
Indirect illumination for a relaxing atmosphere
Usability: Option 3
All lights at once, no glare at the dining table despite highlighting the meal
All lights at once, no glare at the dining table despite highlighting the meal
A shape that represents eternity with its restless contours
The Exhibtion: Today Art Museum
The Exhibition: Prototype
The Destination: Beijing in December
Amazing Time
Phenomenal Winners
Thanks to all of you
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