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Oplamp Table Lamp by Sapiens Design Studio

Oplamp Table Lamp by Sapiens Design Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 Silver A' Design Award in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design Competition Category.


SilverLighting· 2020

Oplamp Table Lamp

by Sapiens Design Studio

Client: Sapiens Design

Silver A' Design Award Winner in Lighting Category

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Verified Award Winner

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The Design

About Oplamp Table Lamp

Oplamp is composed of a ceramic body and a solid wood base on which an led light source is placed. Thanks to its shape, obtained through the fusion of three cones, the Oplamp's body can be rotated to three alternative positions that creates different types of light: high table lamp and ambient light, low table lamp and ambient light, or two ambient lights. Each configuration of the lamp’s cones allows at least one of the beams of light to interact naturally with the surrounding architectural settings. Oplamp is designed and made entirely by hand in Italy.

The Recognition

About the Silver A' Design Award

Oplamp Table Lamp is a Silver A' Design Award winner, an extraordinarily prestigious recognition granted to top-of-the-line, gorgeous, and impressive designs. Silver winners are tremendously brilliant and exceedingly creative works that illustrate the outstanding expertise, talent, and acuity of their designers. Oplamp Table Lamp is expected to be a wonderful, showpiece work that is remarkably professional and profoundly innovative. This Silver A' Design Award-winning design is a highly notable, admired invention that benefits and advances the boundaries of art, science, design, and technology. Oplamp Table Lamp is a vastly envied creation that evokes desires, introduces positive feelings, and sparks amazement and wonderment.

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Interviews

Grand Interview

Your innovative approach to combining three rotatable cones in the Oplamp Table Lamp creates multiple lighting configurations - could you share the journey that led to this versatile design solution?

The development of the Oplamp Table Lamp was driven by a desire to create a dynamic and interactive lighting experience. The goal was to challenge the traditional, static nature of most lighting fixtures by introducing mobility and flexibility. The concept of three rotatable cones emerged as a playful yet functional solution to allow active participation in the creation of the environment. By rotating the cones, it is possible to adjust the direction of the light, transforming the atmosphere of a space at any given moment. The journey was an exploration of how light can engage with people, creating a sense of connection between the object, its surroundings, and the space it inhabits. Ultimately, the lamp was designed to be a tool for personal expression and interaction, rather than just a passive element in a room.

The Oplamp Table Lamp's fusion of handcrafted ceramic body with solid wood base reflects a deep appreciation for traditional craftsmanship - what inspired your choice of materials and how do they enhance the lamp's functionality?

The decision to use ceramic and solid wood was driven by our desire to create a product that combines handcrafted tradition with our vision of new shapes. Ceramic, with its tactile and organic qualities, invites the user to interact with the lamp in a more intimate way. The solid wood base, while providing a housing for the lighting fixture, offers a sense of grounding and stability, contrasting with the lighter, more fluid form of the ceramic. Both materials were chosen not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their durability and functionality. The handcrafted nature of the ceramic body ensures each lamp is unique, giving it character, while the wood base provides a housing for the lighting fixture. Together, these materials enhance the lamp's overall sense of balance and functionality.

How does the Oplamp Table Lamp's ability to create three distinct lighting scenarios - high table lamp, low table lamp, and dual ambient lights - address the evolving needs of modern living spaces?

The Oplamp Table Lamp was conceived with the modern, multifunctional home in mind. As living spaces become more dynamic, flexible lighting solutions that adapt to various activities and moods are essential. The three lighting scenarios offered by Oplamp allow the user to customize the lighting depending on the context, whether it’s for focused work, ambient relaxation, or creating a cozy atmosphere for socializing. This adaptability is crucial in today’s open-plan spaces where one lamp might need to serve multiple purposes, from a functional work light to a decorative accent. Oplamp enables the user to interact with the space, adjusting the lighting in a playful way, reflecting the evolving nature of how we live and use our environments.

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Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
Oplamp is a table lamp composed of a ceramic body and a solid wood base on which an led light source is placed. Thanks to its shape, obtained through the fusion of three cones, the Oplamp's body can be rotated to three alternative positions that creates different types of light: high table lamp and ambient light, low table lamp and ambient light, or two ambient lights. Oplamp is designed and made entirely by hand in Italy.
Dimensions & Packaging
Width 310 mm x Depth 170 mm x Height 310 mm
Tags
lamp, table lamp, lighting design, led, hand made, ceramic
Production Technology
Oplamp is composed of an hand made ceramic body and a solid wood base on which an led light source is placed.
Inspiration
Its modern design is inspired by today’s need to blend functionality and integration of your living space. Oplamp’s mobility means it can fit in naturally in any living space, allowing the user to change the ambiance with a simple modification of the lamp’s configuration. Each configuration of the lamp’s cones allows at least one of the beams of light to interact naturally with the surrounding architectural settings.
Patents
Patented. Patent No 102017000058677. Patent Holder Alessandro Mattia and Gloria Gianatti. Year 2018. Jurisdiction Italy.
Team Members
Alessandro Mattia
Gloria Gianatti

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