London Design Gold

2024

LuxBlade

Entrant Company

Functional Form Block Allies

Category

Product Design - Lighting

Client's Name

Country / Region

United States

The core concept of the LuxBlade system revolves around making light a tangible experience. Inspired by the idea of physically holding light, the cylindrical bulb (about 30 cm long) removes the need for a screw-in socket, creating an object users can touch and interact with. Internally, the bulb contains control chips, and battery surrounded by LED panels, offering a modern, functional lighting solution.

Both floor and desktop versions of the lamp feature dual touch-sensitive pads that allow for easy adjustments of direction and brightness. Circular motions on the pad adjust the light’s direction, while vertical motions control brightness. This intuitive interaction creates a smooth user experience. The LuxBlade can also be paired with smart home systems like Apple HomeKit, allowing for control through a custom app, offering features like voice commands and remote settings adjustments.

The floor and desktop versions are identical in terms of functionality and internal parts, with the only difference being the height. Both versions also feature a base dome light that automatically activates when the upper light is moved, providing a seamless transition between light sources.

Design Description (Under 1500 words)
The design of the LuxBlade lighting system revolves around creating a new relationship between users and light. The core idea is rooted in the notion of making light something you can physically hold and carry with you—an attempt to break away from the traditional conception of light as intangible. This romantic idea drove the development of a cylindrical bulb, a modern lighting solution that offers both functional and aesthetic appeal.

Credits

Designer/FFBA
Menghai Xia
Designer/FFBA
Qijun Nie
Designer/FFBA
Weijing Zhao
Designer/FFBA
Siyu Zang
Designer/FFBA
Yuqing Xiao
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