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DESIGN BRIEF
DESIGN BRIEF
Your task is to initially research resin pouring and existing table lamps, and then produce a range of designs for a Resin Poured Lamp to 'sit' on a bedside table or coffee table. We would like you to use some exotic Thai hardwood timber(s) and combine these with (creatively) coloured resin that you mix, pour, cut and file to shape to create the base for your lamp. We would also like you to design, cut and shape other parts of the lamp including a 'neck' that joins to your resin poured base, a 'head' and a 'lantern / lamp shade' that is interesting to look at and adds to the aesthetic appeal of the lamp. You will design, develop, model, prototype and manufacture a table lamp made through combining resin with exotic hardwoods, and additionally use laser cutting and 3D printed parts.
Objective: The goal of this project is to design, develop, and manufacture a unique table lamp that combines the natural beauty of exotic Thai hardwoods with the vibrant and customisable properties of resin. The lamp is intended to be a versatile product that can enhance the aesthetic appeal of a room.
Project Scope:
Research Phase:
Resin Pouring Techniques: Investigate various resin pouring methods, focusing on techniques that allow for creative colour mixing, transparency, and embedding effects.
Existing Table Lamps: Analyse a range of existing table lamp designs to identify successful elements and potential areas for innovation, particularly in terms of functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Design Development:
Base Design: Create a series of design concepts for the lamp base, incorporating exotic Thai hardwoods with resin. The resin will be mixed, poured, cut, and filed to shape, providing a sturdy and visually striking foundation for the lamp.
Neck and Head: Design and shape the neck that connects to the resin base, ensuring it complements both the base and the overall structure. The head of the lamp should also be designed with attention to balance and proportion.
Lampshade Design: Develop an interesting and aesthetically pleasing lampshade or lantern that not only adds to the visual appeal but also enhances the lighting quality.
Prototyping and Manufacturing:
Utilise laser cutting and 3D printing technologies to create intricate parts and components of the lamp.
Prototype the designs, making adjustments as necessary to ensure structural integrity, ease of assembly, and aesthetic coherence.
Finalise the design and then manufacture a fully functional resin poured table lamp, showcasing the harmonious blend of exotic hardwood and resin.
Outcome:
The final product will be a distinctive table lamp that serves as both a functional lighting solution and a statement piece of decor, reflecting the innovative use of materials and modern manufacturing techniques.
How to make resin
How to make resin
bring the water to the boil.
optional: add natural dye if you wish to use color.
add the glycerine.
add the gelatine.
keep the temperature below 80 degrees celcius while stirring slowly and avoid making bubbles.
Inspiration
Inspiration
Examples and based Opinions
Examples and based Opinions
It splits in to 2 parts with a cave looking like part in the middle looks like a portal to no where and the color scheme really blends with the light and meadium wood. In my opinion it looks really bland on the outside because i would want to change the darker wood on some part and make it like there is a crack between the top and bottom of the wood with medium and dark wood.
This one looks really geometric with all the hexagon shape and the light bulb in the middle of the hexagon but in my opinion. I would probrobly hide the wireing to make it look like it wasn't left out and the overall looks good from the top to bottom from light to dark.
I really liked the stand looks well with the black rod and maple wrapping, again the wireing is then left out like the hexagon one. The lamp head looks good with its wavy design.
The light blue resin blends well with the wood because it kind of looks like there is a shore and they even fitted the whale within the sea theme. acordding to my view in this its really good, nothing bad.
This inspires me because the spirals on the flower make a really good pattern on the base of my lamp. and it can also start to grow lines on the petals.
I also want To have a acrylic transpaernt board so I could draw what ever desire to my mind.
Stars constalations can make random shapes and it can make be freely manipulate its shapes in different ways.
A torii gate is a traditional Japanese gate often found at the entrance of Shinto shrines. It marks the transition from the mundane, secular world to a sacred, spiritual space. The torii symbolizes a boundary between the physical and spiritual realms, inviting people to leave behind everyday concerns as they enter the shrine to connect with the divine.
Traditionally, torii gates are simple structures with two upright pillars and a pair of crossbeams, and they’re typically made of wood or stone, often painted in vibrant red (a color associated with protection against evil spirits) and black. Some torii are highly ornate, while others are quite plain, reflecting the variety of shrines they represent.
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