Table lamp
Rítmo is a table lamp crafted from beaten sheet metal, and the study of texture and shapes reflects the long Italian tradition of metal beating in car design. The object represents a meeting point between craftsmanship and the public, with an unusual interpretation and gestuality, aiming to engage the user in a direct and innovative way through the senses. The minimal form and geometries encourage a more mindful observation by the user.
The object is not merely an execution exercise of this tradition, but with its technological features, it also presents a new economic perspective for the restoration workshop that created it, bringing the tradition beyond the restoration context.
The project
For the creation of Rìtmo, a sustainable approach was adopted, prioritizing the exclusive use of recycled materials, excluding electronic components. The goal was to reduce environmental impact by breathing new life into pre-existing materials and promoting eco-friendly practices.
The beaten sheet metal, a fundamental element of the structure, was obtained through the recycling of metal scraps from various sources. This choice not only helped minimize waste but also imparted an aura of authenticity and uniqueness to the object, stemming from the intrinsic technique and materials used.
Wireless
Gesture plays a significant role; through it, it is possible to study how the object and the user’s experience of it manifest.
Metal beating is a highly complex process, not only three-dimensional but one that conceals tactile aspects that need to be understood and observed to comprehend its entirety.
That’s why it is necessary to study a form/ function that can synthesize light, texture, and touch into a single paradigm.
Rítmo is designed to have no semantic “distractions” in favor of a user experience that expresses its creation and the characteristics of the materials. The lamp, in fact, does not have buttons, touch controls, or charging and power outlets.
To turn it on, simply rotate it by 180 degrees.
2022
Metal shaping, Handcraft, Design
Research / Product Design
personal project
collaborator: Gianluca Ruzza, Luca Garato