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Warp Loftvifta by Aaron Liang

Warp Loftvifta by Aaron Liang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award í bronsi in Hönnun heimilistækja Competition Category.


BronsHeimilistæki· 2026

Warp Loftvifta

by Aaron Liang

Client: Aerahaus

A' Design Award í bronsi Winner in Heimilistæki Category

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The Design

About Warp Loftvifta

Á markaði sem er mettaður af hefðum kemur Warp loftviftan fram sem djörf frávik frá hefðbundinni fagurfræði loftviftna. Fljótandi, óendanlega skekkt form hennar breytir hverju lofti í striga fyrir kviku rúmfræði og aðgreinir sig samstundis frá flatu blöðunum og hefðbundnu hönnun bolsins sem hafa lengi ráðið ríkjum í flokknum. En Warp snýst ekki bara um útlit. Þrátt fyrir framúrstefnulegt útlit sitt býður hún upp á þægindi þriggja skrefa uppsetningarferlis og færir framtíðarhönnun innan seilingar fyrir hversdagsleg rými.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award í bronsi

Warp Loftvifta vann A' Design Award í bronsi, mjög virta viðurkenningu sem veitt er framúrskarandi hönnunarverkum sem einkennast af sköpunargáfu, hugvitssemi og skarpskyggni. Sigurvegarar í bronsi eru ríkulega leiknir og áberandi skapandi gripir sem staðfesta víðtæka reynslu, ímyndunarafl og útsjónarsemi hönnuða sinna. Þess er vænst að Warp Loftvifta sé mjög metinn, dáður og elskaður hlutur sem er einstaklega fagmannlegur og nýstárlegur. Þetta hönnunarverk sem vann A' Design Award í bronsi felur í sér bestu starfsvenjur í list, vísindum, hönnun og tækni og er framúrskarandi fyrir athygli sína á smáatriðum. Warp Loftvifta fullnægir þörfum á dásamlegan hátt, snertir langanir, heillar tilfinningar og vekur forvitni.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The Warp Ceiling Fan reimagines what a ceiling fixture can be, a striking, infinitely warped silhouette creating an immersive visual experience that is instantly iconic. With its distinctive geometric form, Warp stands in bold contrast to the flat planes and conventional shapes of traditional ceiling fans. With a streamline install process functionality for low ceiling apartment needs beyond aesthetics, Warp integrates wireless smart controls, where innovation moves both air and imagination.
Dimensions & Packaging
(W) 1320 mm x 310 mm (H)
Tags
Ceiling fan, Minimalist, Balanced, Energy Efficient Fan, Thematic Ceiling Fan, Luxury Home Interior, Designed With Singapore
Production Technology
The Warp was developed first to test its airflow enhancing shape Its interlocking blades form a stable triangle eliminating the need for blade holders and reducing vibration and noise Screws are hidden deep in the assembly for a clean look and smoother airflow With a Energy Efficient motor Warp delivers higher airflow than standard fans Its flush design suits low ceilings and the wind shear proof mount ensures wobble free quiet operation
Design Challenge
The hardest part of the research activity was refining the initial design sketches to make it practical for generating more airflow in a lightweight assembly.
Research
This type of research is about the application of aerodynamic principles to generate more airflow on a ceiling device while maintaining its own unique design identity that can be identified instantly.

The methodology involved studying conventional flat planed ceiling fan assembly and experimenting to reduce the excess parts count, weight, that contributes towards vibration, and wind noise to occur reducing overall efficiency.

The research objectives revolved around creating an easy to assemble design that is lightweight,yet functional and unique by applying the study or aerodynamics to reduce wind drag, and harness a higher airflow rate in comparision to traditional ceiling fans.
Inspiration
Inspired by the concave form of airline engines and the dynamic flow of a 3-spoke jet propeller, the Warp DC Smart Energy Efficient Ceiling Fan was designed to leave a bold impression. Its high-curvature, contoured shape reduces drag and boosts efficiency, blending aerodynamic performance with a striking, unconventional design.
Project Duration
The project started in December 2023 in Singapore and finished in November 2024 in Singapore.
Operation Flow
The Warp ceiling fan offers six speed control with dual direction airflow clockwise and counterclockwise via remote For advanced applications it supports variable voltage control for integration with commercial and building management systems It also comes with voice control ready and smart control functions for use with Google Home Alexa Smart Life application and more

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