Project Maru
Product Design, Wood working
Question:How can we improve the functionality of a Luminaire by design?
The Luminaire uses indirect light to light up the ceiling, creating the a plesant atmosphere and ambiance whitout the effects of glare and harsh shadows.
It is also supplemented by direct light to increase the luminosity
for scenarios involving intense task
Design of a Luminaire with direct/indirect lighting
Sketching
Diffuser
Up light
Housing
Cover
Down light
Diffuser
By using a combination of Upward and downward light and by controlling the intensity and the temperature of the light we can create ambiance of the room suiting any activity
The room can also be sufficiently lit using only Upward light
Various Lighting scenarios based on the acitivity
Activity : Movie
Up light : 5000K 20% intensity
Down light : 2700K 10% intensity
Activity : Relaxing
Up light : 2700K 80% intensity
Down light : 3500K 20% intensity
Activity : Comfort
Up light : 5000K 100% intensity
Down light : 2700K 25% intensity
Activity : Full Power
Up light : 5000K 100% intensity
Down light : 5000K 100% intensity
Making of the Prototype
Steaming of wood
Initial bend and clamping of the mold
Bending of wood in the mold
Early failed prototypes
7th and successful attempt of bending the wood into a circle
