12 innovative, eco-friendly designer lamps made from bamboo Design June 20, 2014 Sukanya Mukherjee They say, charity begins at home. While we may think that there is nothing we can do to decelerate the environmental degradation that we have all been witness to for the last several decades, taking the first step towards an eco-friendly lifestyle can be as simple as replacing those ugly plastic light fixtures with ones that are made from greener materials. One of the growing trends in the design world is that of lamps and lighting systems built using naturally occurring substances, such as wood, bamboo, jute and other natural fibers, paper, cardboard and so on. Below is a list of 12 skillfully-crafted and also, aesthetically appealing designer bamboo luminaires that will enable you to do your part in protecting the environment. 1) ‘POP’ bamboo lampshades by Studio Ljung & Ljung POP bamboo lampshades by Studio Ljung & LjungAt the 2014 Stockholm Furniture and Light Fair, Swedish designers Martin Ljung and Greta Ljung displayed the beautiful ‘POP’ bamboo lampshades. Inspired by the basket-making techniques of local weavers of the Sop Moei district in Northern Thailand, the designer couple has created lightweight, eco-friendly designer lamps that also help promote indigenous crafts. POP bamboo lampshades by Studio Ljung & Ljung_2Made from pre-soaked bamboo strips that are then woven around a basic metal frame, each of these lamps is handcrafted. The final structure is smoked over an open fire, to get rid of any pests in the bamboo and add a darker tinge to it. 2) LED bamboo lighting by Jeff Dah-Yue Shi LED Bamboo Lighting by Jeff Dah-Yue ShiThe brilliant LED bamboo lighting project, by Taiwanese designer Jeff Dah-Yue Shi, shows a flawless marriage of technology and green innovation. Winner of the 2011 Red Dot Award for communication design as well as the Taiwan Design Centre’s Gold Pin Design Mark, this lighting system consists of strategically placed LEDs installed right into the walls. The contrasting colors of the thin, rhombus-shaped bamboo veneer slices, covering the walls, actually help create a three dimensional appearance. LED Bamboo Lamp by Jeff Dah-Yue She As part of the same project, Dah-Yue Shi borrowed from Ming design practices to create an impressive cylindrical LED lamp, built entirely using rolled bamboo sheets. Perforations along the tube allow the light from the LED bulb to shine through, thereby creating a beautiful yellow glow. 3) Eco-friendly Bamboo Lamp by Moooi Bamboo Lamp by MoooiDutch design company Moooi is famous for its wide array of environmentally-sustainable luminaires. The simple yet elegant Bamboo Floor Lamp made its debut back in 2007. It consists of a lithe bamboo stand that is fitted into the metal base, and a lampshade made from cotton. A unique pull-chord sporting a fancy customized switch, in the form of a toy horse or carrot, is what makes this lamp all the more attractive. Bamboo Lamp by Moooi_2Similar products marketed by Moooi include the enchanting Emperor Pendant Light, designed by Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu. Each lamp is custom-made, featuring a bamboo rattan structure that is woven around a strengthened aluminium framework. Although not made from bamboo, Fresh West’s The Brave New World Lamp, built entirely with timber strips, is another such interesting creation. 4) Green Tuna Design’s Fun Bamboo Desklamp Fun Bamboo Desklamp by Green Tuna DesignWith its smart, innovative design and energy-efficient credentials, the Fun Bamboo Desklamp by Green Tuna Design is indeed a proud member of the family of technologically advanced ‘green’ products. Its highly functional, lightweight structure is made from precisely cut 5mm bamboo wood, which is then covered with 100% natural coating. The energy-efficient LED light source consumes a total of only 5 W-10 W. 5) Lightweight by Studio Tord Boontje Lightweight-by-Tord-BoontjeThe traditional elements of a Japanese garden, such as rocks, bamboo and ponds which in turn symbolize light, energy, objects and nature, form the inspiration behind the Lightweight series of lighting. Launched at the 2012 London Design Festival, this collection of green luminaires is the brainchild of London-based industrial product designer Tord Boontje. Tord-Boontje-Lightweight-Luminaire-2In an attempt to do away with the usually heavy lamp base, Boontje created a simple structure consisting of hollow cylindrical bamboo segments that are made flexible with the help of copper wires. A paper lampshade is fitted around the light source, while a copper basket filled with stones, books and other heavy objects, keeps the lamp steady. 6) Moolin by Iasfera Moolin by IasferaFirst showcased at the 2011 Beijing Design Week, the incredibly artistic Moolin lamp is a masterpiece by designer Henri Garbers. Manufactured by Beijing-based studio Iasfera, this exclusively-handmade luminaire is built using pliable pieces of bamboo. Moolin by Iasfera_2It follows the ancient Chinese technique of heating and bending bamboo strips. The bare finish of the bamboo in fact makes it look all the more authentic. 7) Bamboo Floor Lamp by Sarah Kim Bamboo Floor Lamp by Sarah KimBuilt entirely using natural materials such as organic glue, raw hide and bamboo wood, the Bamboo Floor Lamp by Sarah Kim is the perfect Poster Child for sustainable ‘green’ living. Bamboo Floor Lamp by Sarah Kim_1First in the Bamboo Lighting Series, this lamp makes brilliant use of bamboo stalks that are skilfully arranged into a stunning modern design. The unique structure of the lamp helps produce a subdued gleam of light. 8) ‘The Leone Series 01′ by Lanzavecchia + Wai The Leone Series 01 by Lanzavecchia+WaiAs a way of paying tribute to the traditional Chinese Lion Dance, Italian-Singaporean design studio Lanzavecchia + Wai has collaborated with an Asian craftsman to create ‘The Leone Series 01′ of eco-friendly tabletop, floor and hanging lamps. The Leone Series-01-by-Lanzavecchia-+-Wai-1Taking after the fascinating shapes and colors of the Lion Dance masks, these designer lamps are made using flexible bamboo strips that are covered in white rice paper. The startling orange paint on the inside of the lamp actually creates a brighter glow. 9) CONSTANTIN by Andrea Claire Studio Constantin-by-Andrea-Claire-studioBrooklyn-based artisan and fabricator Andrea Claire, of the Andrea Claire Studio, is the maker of the magnificently artistic CONSTANTIN lighting collection. First displayed at the 2011 ICFF, this collection consists of handmade floor lamps, chandeliers and table lamps. Constantin-by-Andrea-Claire-studio_2Borrowing from Isamu Noguchi’s works and also the traditional pendant-shaped Chinese lanterns, the designer has carved the basic structure from bamboo. The bamboo lampshade actually produces a warmer glow. The individual lamps are connected by means of brass tubes, making the whole set-up look like branches of a tree. 10) Xuan Lamp by Innovo Design Xuan-lamp-by-Innovo-DesignThe 2011 Milan Furniture Fair witnessed a rather unusual lamp design in the form of Chinese brand, Innovo Design’s Xuan Pendant Lamp. Xuan, in Chinese, literally means disorder. Made from a wispy mass of superfine bamboo threads, the highly unorthodox design of this lamp is indeed quite refreshing. Xuan Lamp by Innovo Design _2A light breeze, and you will sit mesmerized by the beauty of these delicate bamboo strands dancing about in the wind. 11) ‘Fusion’ Lighting collection by Fernando and Humberto Campana Fusion lighting collection by Fernanado and Humberto CampanaThe ‘Fusion’ series of eco-friendly lighting is the result of the amalgamation of French and Brazilian cultures. Created by designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, in association with crystal maker Baccarat, these lamps are undeniably elegant in their appearance. The intricate rattan structure, coupled with the elaborate crystal ornamentation makes for a striking picture. Fusion lighting collection by Fernando and Humberto Campana_2 While the hanging lamps are built using interwoven strips of bamboo, the tabletop lamps are made with lithe, cylindrical bamboo segments. The collection also includes a spectacular chandelier piece with curved bamboo arms. 12) Moso Pendant Lamp by Brian Schmitt Moso Pendant Lamp by Brian SchmittThe man behind the famous 2005 Adrift Mobiles, designer Brian Schmitt is known for using sustainable, environment-friendly substances in most his designs. The Moso bamboo lamp, another of Schmitt’s creations, was launched back at the 2007 HauteGREEN exhibition. Moso Pendant Lamp by Brian Schmitt_2Built almost entirely using organic materials, this lightweight hanging luminaire consists of a bamboo veneer lampshade, that is then coated with a concoction of low V.O.C linseed oil and tungsten oil. It does not use an synthetic glue. The presence of an energy-saving LED bulb makes the lamp all the more efficient. hexapolis/2014/06/20/12-innovative-eco-friendly-designer-lamps-made-from-bamboo/
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