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Paolo Demel Is Honored with the A' Design Award for Da Vinci Lamp in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
Paolo Demel honored for lighting products and fixtures design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Da Vinci Lamp by Paolo Demel 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 decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
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.
About Da Vinci Lamp
The Da Vinci Lamp exemplifies a harmonious blend of art and technology, inspired by the innovative spirit of Leonardo da Vinci. Its sleek, minimalist design features a circular LED head mounted on an adjustable mechanical arm, enabling users to direct light effortlessly in any direction. This unique combination of functionality and elegance distinguishes it from traditional lighting solutions. The lamp is crafted from lightweight, durable materials, ensuring longevity and ease of use.
About Paolo Demel
Paolo Demel is a young but talented designer, he has been studying design since he was 15, and his dream has always been to work for some important company in the sector, and to create his products for the community. he is a very helpful person with a futuristic vision of things, he likes to collaborate in a team because according to him collaboration is the secret behind a perfect job. His dream is to put his mark on the history of design. And make an important contribution to this discipline, because it has dedicated a life of study and a life of sacrifice to it.
Award Record
With this recognition, Paolo Demel is a winner of 2 A' Design Awards. The awards were granted between the 2019 - 2020 and the 2024 - 2025 editions of the A' Design Award & Competition.
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. It 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. Typical entries include chandeliers, pendant lights, wall sconces, table lamps, floor lamps and outdoor lights. The awarded lighting designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/lighting
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is 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. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously 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. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which 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, uploading a work and receiving a 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. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/140301
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/140301
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!140301
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/244544
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Da Vinci Lamp
- Function
- Lamp
- Category
- Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Electronics & Appliances
- Colors
- Silver, Dark Olive Green, Dark Slate Gray, Black and Light Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Paolo Demel
- Country
- Italy
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #140301
Credits
- Team
- Paolo Demel (designer)
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Da Vinci Lamp represents a pioneering fusion of art and functionality, drawing inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci’s innovative spirit. Its distinctive design features a circular led head mounted on a highly versatile mechanical arm, allowing for seamless adjustments and positioning. Unlike conventional lamps, this design emphasizes both aesthetic appeal and practical utility, offering flexibility in illumination. The unique blend of cutting edge materials and engineering excellence ensures durability while enhancing its modern elegance, making it a standout piece in any contemporary space.
- Inspiration
- The Da Vinci lamp has been designed to give the user the possibility of being tilted and rotated as desired, according to different needs. Its flexibility also gives life to infinite "shapes" that are outlined in space, thanks to a series of joints and levers. Da Vinci as the name suggests, is inspired by the machines of Leonardo Da Vinci, where his vision of the anatomy of machines and of man found in a series of masterful drawings that mark the birth of modern scientific illustration.
- Research
- The design research for the Da Vinci Lamp focused on understanding user needs and preferences in lighting solutions. The primary objective was to create a lamp that combines functionality with aesthetic appeal. We employed qualitative methods, including surveys and interviews, to gather insights from potential users. Tools like cad software helped visualize concepts, while 3d printing facilitated rapid prototyping. Participants included a diverse group of users, ranging from designers to everyday consumers, who tested various prototypes. The results revealed a strong demand for adjustable lighting options and modern design.
- Challenge
- The hardest part of the Da Vinci Lamp design process was balancing innovative aesthetics with functional usability. One significant creative challenge was integrating advanced technology, such as adjustable mechanisms, within a minimalist design without compromising its elegance. Historical perspectives on lighting design influenced our approach, as we sought to honor classic forms while introducing modern elements.
- Realization and Technology
- The Da Vinci Lamp was developed using advanced cad software, allowing for precise modeling and simulation of its mechanical components. The design incorporates lightweight yet robust materials, such as aluminum and high quality polymers, to ensure durability while minimizing weight. The circular led head utilizes cutting edge optical technology to deliver optimal light distribution. Employing a modular construction approach, each component can be easily assembled or replaced, enhancing the lamp’s longevity and sustainability. Rigorous prototyping and testing were conducted to refine the balance between aesthetics and functionality, ensuring superior performance.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Da Vinci Lamp is designed for effortless operation, allowing users to adjust its position easily. With a simple touch, the circular led head can rotate and pivot to direct light wherever needed, making it ideal for various activities, from reading to ambient lighting. Its mechanical arm smoothly transforms, providing flexibility in height and angle. This adaptability enhances user experience, as it ensures optimal lighting conditions tailored to individual preferences. The lamp’s innovative design not only improves functionality but also elevates any space with its modern aesthetic, offering both style and practicality
- Project Duration and Location
- The project start in January 2023 in Padua (Italy)
- Specifications
- material: aluminum and high quality polycarbonate, led power output: 12 W, light color temperature: 3000K (warm white) weight: 2.5 kg, adjustable arm length: 400 mm, rotation angle: 360 degrees, pivot mechanism: dual axis for enhanced flexibility, power supply: Input voltage 100 240V, compatible with global standards
- Keywords
- Lamp, light, design, LeonardoDaVinci, designer, innovation, lighting
