The Sixth Sence
Floor Lamp for Maytoni GmbH
The Sixth Sence is a floor lamp designed for simple tactile control. The base has a cross shape, so the lamp can be placed close to a desk or between pieces of furniture. The switches are set above the shades, within arm's reach of a seated person. One or both shades can be turned on without looking at the lamp. Metal, frosted glass and LED boards are used, so no light bulb needs to be replaced. The finish is matte black with a textured surface that is pleasant to touch. The lamp is collapsible to protect it in transport and reduce packaging.
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Unique Properties
Wishing to create a lamp with a simplified control system, for people with different proprioception level we started with the base of the lamp - it is made in the form of a cross, precisely the shape that allows you to place the lamp in the most convenient place of the room. Later, we decided to get rid of unnecessary details that may interfere with use. To facilitate the control system, we placed the switches above the shades, so that they are located at the arms length when he is sitting.
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luminaire, lighting, Floor lamp, lamp, maytoni, alexey danilin, Sixth Sense, lamps, design,
Production Technology
Developing the production technology, we introduced some changes that were not foreseen at the initial stage. Firstly, we made the floor lamp collapsible in order to guarantee the integrity of its delivery and save materials for packaging, and for the rational use of natural resources. We also initially wanted to make it in glossy black color. But after the production of the prototype, we decided to change it to matte black with shagreen. To make it more pleasant to the touch and more practical to use.
Design Challenge
Lamp was developed as part of the study of proprioception. This imposed many restrictions on its design. It was necessary to make a design into account all the technical features. We also wanted to create such an appearance of the lamp, so that it would remain relevant for many years. This was due to the fact that this object was used again, changing the function of the room. It was done for the rational use of the resources that were involved in its manufacture.
Project Duration
The project started in April 2021 in Moscow and finished in January 2022 in Moscow. and was exhibited in MosBuild 2022 in March 2022.
Operation Flow
Person can place it next to the desktop. And turn it on with your hand without taking your elbow off the work surface. Because we have calculated the height of the switches and placed them at the top of the fixtures. In addition, thanks to this, a person can turn on one or two shades without looking at them and without being distracted from a computer. With the help of a special base, it can be placed as close as possible to the work surface. Also, it can be placed between the furniture.
Research
The main interest in this design research was in the study of the proprioception. This has immediately changed the approach to the design. We usually think that, for example, turning a device on and off requires an eye contact. And in this case, we refuse it in favor of tactile control. To do this, the object itself must be as close as possible. Also leads to the fact that the control should be as close to the hand as possible, when a person is sitting or standing.
Inspiration
We turned to the concept of the sixth sense - because the ideas of only five sensory organ systems are not scientifically confirmed. Such feeling like proprioception helps us to dispose ourselves in space. Alexander Chelzer with colleagues from the NIH revealed the function of the PIEZO2 gene. It is related with tactile sensations. People whose PIEZO2 functions poorly cannot perform simple actions with their closed eyes. Therefore, we decided to develop a lamp with a simplified control system.
Image Credits
Image #1 / visualizer / - Dmitry Cherednikov, 2021. Image #2 / visualizer / - Dmitry Cherednikov, 2021. Image #3 / visualizer / - Dmitry Cherednikov, 2021. Image #4 / visualizer / - Dmitry Cherednikov, 2021. Image #5 / visualizer / - Dmitry Cherednikov, 2021.
Project Overview
The Sixth Sence Floor Lamp has been a Silver winner in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design award category in the year 2021 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Silver Recognition
Alexey Danilin was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2022, a testament to excellence of their work The Sixth Sence Floor Lamp.
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