Press Release
Silver Lining Ambient Light by Deval Ambani Is Granted the A' Design Award in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
Deval Ambani honored for lighting products and fixtures design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
COMO, Italy, April 23, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Silver Lining Ambient Light by Deval Ambani, designed for Obliq, has been granted the A' Design Award in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The A' Design Award Explained
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Silver Lining Ambient Light
The Silver Lining chandelier introduces a sleek, modern lighting solution designed to enhance high-pressure workspaces. Crafted from thirteen precision-cut acrylic pieces, it captures and diffuses light to create a bright, uplifting atmosphere. Measuring 27.5 inches by 51.5 inches, its minimalist form seamlessly integrates with angular office aesthetics. This statement piece transforms its environment, fostering a professional yet inspiring ambiance. By blending contemporary elegance with functional brilliance, it enhances both creativity and productivity.
About Deval Ambani
Deval Ambani is an artist and communication designer known for her multidisciplinary approach to art and design. A graduate of Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai, she began her career in advertising, working with leading agencies before transitioning into the world of fine art and home décor. Her work is a fusion of material exploration and artistic expression, incorporating layers of color, transparency, and texture to create immersive, tactile experiences. Inspired by nature and light, her paintings evoke harmony and depth, bringing a sense of serenity to spaces.
Award Record
Deval Ambani is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Lighting Products and Fixtures Design Award
The A' Lighting Design Award is an international lighting design competition recognizing good lighting designs by best lighting designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to lighting designers, lighting architects, industrial design studios and lighting product manufacturers from all countries. Entries typically include chandeliers, pendant lights, wall sconces, table lamps, floor lamps and outdoor lights. Awarded lighting designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/lighting
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/169054
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169054
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169054
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/342225
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://tinyurl.com/43x8sz9m
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
###
Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Silver Lining Ambient Light
- Function
- Ambient Light
- Category
- Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Electronics & Appliances
- Colors
- Dark Slate Gray, Black, Dim Gray, Slate Gray and Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Obliq
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Deval Ambani
- Country
- India
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169054
Credits
- Image Credits
- Photographer: Deval Ambani / Creator: Deval Ambani
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Silver Lining Chandelier is a sculptural lighting piece designed to symbolize optimism with clean lines and minimal decoration. Unique in its use of 13 precision cut acrylic pieces, it diffuses light dynamically, creating an effect where the source remains undetectable. Blending artistry with function, it is lightweight, low maintenance, and enhances ambiance. A dimmable option adds versatility, making it adaptable to various moods and settings—an entirely new approach to lighting design.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the saying, "Every cloud has a silver lining," this chandelier is a symbol of optimism in high-pressure work environments. Every organization experiences ups and downs, but the key is to stay positive. This elegant piece serves as a constant reminder of resilience and hope. Its layered design mirrors the formation of clouds, capturing the beauty of nature’s own way of illustrating this timeless concept.
- Research
- Type of Research: Qualitative, focusing on understanding the client’s business and culture. Research Objectives: To create a positive, functional workspace that reflects transparency. Methodology: Client interviews, material experimentation, and prototype testing. Data Collection: Discussions, observations, and mockups. Results: Acrylic was chosen for its transparency and aesthetic. Impact: Improved employee morale and client trust, showcasing how design affects business and society.
- Challenge
- The hardest part was to create a chandelier that would look formal and not decorative, as it was in an office setup. Also making it conceptually strong. From a production point, I did not want the LED light dots to be visible. So we brainstormed to resolve the issue.
- Realization and Technology
- The Silver Lining Chandelier is made from CNC-cut 12mm transparent acrylic sheets with 8W LED strip light in each piece. It is designed for optimal light diffusion. The 13 modular parts enhance refraction and shadow play. This creates a dynamic visual effect. The light source remains completely undetectable. The lightweight structure allows easy installation. It also requires minimal maintenance. Inspired by parametric design, it blends sharp aesthetics with advanced lighting techniques.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Silver Lining Chandelier operates with a switch, activating strategically placed led modules for uniform illumination. The 13 cnc-cut acrylic sheets interact with light, creating dynamic refractions and layered shadows. Its modular composition allows seamless integration into various interiors. The chandelier creates warmth, fills the room with positivity, and serves as a conversation starter, enhancing spatial aesthetics and professional ambiance.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in Dec 2022 and finished in feb 2023.
- Specifications
- The Silver Lining Chandelier measures 700mm (W) x 1300mm (D) x 310mm (H), composed of 13 CNC-cut 12mm transparent acrylic sheets with 8W LED strip lights in each piece. Precision-engineered for optimal light diffusion, its modular design enhances refraction and shadow play. The lightweight structure ensures easy installation and maintenance. Inspired by parametric design principles, it seamlessly integrates angular aesthetics with advanced lighting techniques. The transformer is concealed in the ceiling.
- Keywords
- chandelier, light, office light, conceptual light, customisation, acrylic light, besoke light, contemporary, minmalistic
