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Poetics of Light
Pacific Rim 17: Healing Light
Project
Description
DESIGN BRIEF
- In an era marked by heightened stress, how can lighting design contribute to people's well-being? This Study Away program, a collaboration between ArtCenter College of Design and Tama Art University in Tokyo, Japan, focuses on the concept of Healing Light.
- The lighting collection features three emotive products: a pendant lamp, table lamp, and wall lamp. Drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese crafts and the natural world, this collection seeks to foster a healing moment at home through the delicate interplay of light.
DURATION
4 months
Meet The Team: The DayDreamers
We fantasize poetic stories
Cynthia Qin
ArtCenter College of Design
Graduate Industrial Design
Hibiki Washiyama
Tama Art University
Product Design
Research Trip Inspiration
Tokyo
Exploring the modern design in the city
Nagoya
Learning the traditional Japanese craft methods
Kyoto
Getting closer to nature and Zen philosophy
Naoshima
Relaxing on the art island with ocean breeze
NAGOYA · 名古屋
Learning the Process of Making Washi Paper
Layers upon layers, the pulp began to take shape, revealing its delicate transformation.
In Mino, we immersed ourselves in the art of making washi paper.
The intricate weave of the washi embodies the timeless beauty of tradition.
Design Direction
The interplay of light reveals intricate details of natural forms, captures the beauty of fleeting moments and merges traditional Japanese craft with modern aesthetics.
We want to invite you to see, touch, and feel their presence in your living space.
Merging
Traditional Japanese crafts
Capturing
The fleeting moments
Revealing
Details in nature elements
Creating a Healing Moment at Home
Imagine coming home after a long day—what if there was a space waiting for you, designed specifically to help you unwind and relax?
Concept Ideation
Pendant Lamp
DESIGN INSPIRATION
- Inspired by the raindrops falling down from leaves
- Showcasing the beautiful texture of washi paper
- Aiming to create a mesmerizing water refraction shadow effect and natural swaying movement
Table Lamp
DESIGN INSPIRATION
- Inspired by the water drops
- Involving tactile touching interaction for users to adjust the brightness of the light
- Translucent lamp cover for better light diffusion
