Radiate Floor Lamp

Lead Designers Eddy Zhang

Entry Description

The Radiate Floor Lamp seeks to deal with the issue of excessive plastic waste by exploring the possibilities of alternative recycling processes outside of the mainstream infrastructure. The exploration of this issue took the form of an ambient floor lamp, the “Radiate Floor Lamp”, that was robotically 3D printed in clear rPETG and built from reclaimed materials.

The form of the light diffuser is a reflection of the unique properties of the manufacturing process. The robotic FDM printer has a thick nozzle, resulting in layer heights of 2.5mm as opposed to traditional FDM printer layer heights of around 0.1-0.4mm. Thus, there is a focus on featuring and highlighting horizontal patterns to better leverage the aesthetic qualities of the thick layers consequential to the unique manufacturing process, and thus create a product that is visually and conceptually cohesive.

As a result of the materials it is made of and the patterned form of the light diffuser, the Radiate Floor Lamp projects a unique ambient glow on its surrounding environment. The inline dimmer switch allows users to adjust the brightness according to their specific space and needs, enhancing the lamp’s adaptability and ensures a tailored lighting experience. Radiate Floor Lamp is an innovative product that utilises sustainable design practices to create a visually distinct and functional lighting product.

Sustainability Approach

The lamp’s design gives careful consideration to its environmental impact, resulting in a product that minimises environmental harm while extending its lifespan and functionality. The light diffuser is 3D printed in rPETG, an environmentally friendly material created by recycling the manufacturing waste of PETG products. The stand is constructed from reclaimed Tasmanian oak floorboards. These choices of materials remove the consumption of virgin material in manufacturing.

There is no bonding of dissimilar materials, and each component of the lamp can be disassembled without the requirement of specialised tools, these design decisions open the possibility for the lamp and its components to be replaced, upcycled, recycled, or properly disposed. Such opportunities open the option for users to create new functionalities to suit their unique needs, enhancing the lamp’s versatility.