K.L.V

Lead Designers Takahiro Matsuo

Entry Description

An innovative light installation that combines a new approach to immersive spatial design with advanced motion technology. K.L.V (Kinetic Light Vision) features 450 glowing spheres suspended in midair, synchronized with video projections that showcase the landscapes and cultural beauty of Shiga. The system was conceptualized and produced for the Kansai Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai.

The scenes shift to reflect the seasonal beauty of Japan—cherry blossoms, fireflies, fireworks, and autumn foliage—portraying the ever-changing landscapes of Shiga. These vivid visuals come to life through choreographed sphere motion, light, mirrors, and curved projections, creating an immersive experience.

The K.L.V system controls the vertical movement of each acrylic sphere, suspended by ultra-fine wires and driven by precision stepper motors. Vertically projected beams from directional full-color LED spotlights illuminate the spheres from below, turning them into floating particles of light.

Immersive visuals on curved and mirrored screens recreate the landscapes around Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, within the space. The region’s colors and rhythms synchronize with the spheres’ movement, leaving a lasting impression. Like a spatial motion pictogram, the installation offers a clear, nonverbal, intuitive experience.

Company Description

LUCENT creates light installations that merge video, lighting, technology, and interaction with aesthetic expression. We are experts in developing installations for public spaces, exhibitions worldwide, interactive art for commercial spaces, lighting art, and partnership projects with luxury brands. Our work showcases fine expressions of light influenced by the phenomena and laws of nature, combined with imagination and emotional engagement through intuitive participation.