Koblicht
Illuminating Sanctuaries

Feature Ambient Lamp

Form Design & Styling
Prototyping

2024

PLA, 3D Printed

Metallic Amber Semi-gloss

300 x 180 x 570 mm

Koblicht is a sculptural lamp designed to deliver gentle ambient lighting, enriching any space with warmth and character. More than just illumination, it is an art piece — casting expressive, shifting patterns across surrounding surfaces.

This piece represents an exploration of form and light as a unified medium. By sculpting both the physical silhouette and the way light flows across it, I extended the design beyond utility, turning the lamp into an experience. Koblicht is not only a distinctive addition to interior spaces but also a conversation piece that embodies thoughtful design, storytelling, and spatial impact.

Inspired by Luigi Colani's principles and ethos: Biophilic Design, its sculpted form embodies a harmonious connection with nature.

Design Approach

Understanding Colani

Luigi Colani's design theory, ‘biodynamic’, is inspired by Nature's graceful, rounded forms, creating a blend of biomorphic shapes and streamlined aesthetics. "Nature does not make angles. Hips, bellies, and breasts are soft shapes that follow us through life," he noted. Colani often experimented with innovative materials and technology, applying his approach to transportation, product design, fashion, and beyond.

Building a Narrative

The design process began with crafting a narrative for the lamp. Beyond its utilitarian purpose, the goal was to explore how it could tell a unique story. The central idea was to use the lamp's illumination as an extension of its physical form, creating opportunities to play with and sculpt light using its own body.

After careful consideration of various organisms, the cobra was appointed muse for this project. I proceeded to sketch the anatomy of a Cobra in abstract ways to identify its unique features and thought about how to translate them into my design.

Design Variation & Iterations

At this stage of the design, the intended use of the lamp had not yet been determined. This prompted further research into Colani’s work and clients. In his earlier years, Colani primarily created highly exclusive and luxurious products, such as boats, sports cars, and race cars. Consequently, the intended use of the lamp was refined to be an art piece for display in a home, envisioned to sit in front of a feature wall and cast a radiant beam onto it.