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Seyedali Miri Is Honored with the A' Design Award for Aurum Versatile Lighting Fixture in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
Seyedali Miri acknowledged 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 confirmed the A' Design Award in the Lighting Products and Fixtures Design category for Aurum Versatile Lighting Fixture by Seyedali Miri, designed for Icd. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
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 Aurum Versatile Lighting Fixture
Aurum is a lighting fixture that can be used as a table lamp or as a pendant lamp. A modular system allows the change between the two modes without tools. The base is detachable, and a locking mechanism holds each configuration in place. The fixture is made of solid brass, smoked glass and hand-carved alabaster. An integrated LED provides warm and energy efficient light. The height is 250 mm, with a diameter of 100 mm in table mode and 120 mm in pendant mode. The form is inspired by ancient oil lamps.
About Seyedali Miri
Seyedali Miri is an architect and multidisciplinary designer whose work bridges architecture, interior spaces, and product design with a refined sense of materiality and cultural depth. With a foundation in architectural theory and spatial storytelling, his creations reflect a commitment to both functionality and emotional resonance. His portfolio spans residential, commercial, and object-scale projects, each marked by thoughtful detailing and contextual sensitivity. Miri’s work contributes to a more human-centered design landscape, where spaces and objects are tailored to enrich everyday experiences.
Award Record
Seyedali Miri 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. 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/172551
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/172551
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!172551
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/368317
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Aurum Versatile Lighting Fixture
- Function
- Versatile Lighting Fixture
- Category
- Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Furniture & Home and Electronics & Appliances
- Colors
- Rosy Brown, Gray, Dim Gray, Peru and Black
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Icd
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Seyedali Miri
- Country
- Oman
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #172551
Credits
- Image Credits
- Visualization by Mohammadhossein Rezaei
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Aurum Light seamlessly transitions between a table lamp and a pendant with a modular system. The effortless transformation requires no tools, ensuring versatility for any space. Crafted from brass, smoked glass, and alabaster, it radiates timeless elegance. Its precision-engineered structure ensures both stability and aesthetic refinement. A perfect fusion of luxury, adaptability, and artisanal craftsmanship.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by centuries-old oil lamps, it reinterprets traditional lighting into a contemporary form. The soft glow of alabaster reflects the warm ambiance of ancient candlelight. Minimalist geometry harmonizes with luxurious materials, evoking timeless sophistication. It bridges past and present, blending historical references with modern functionality. Aurum Light pays tribute to heritage while embracing innovation.
- Research
- A study of ancient lighting forms led to the reinvention of a historical concept. Research focused on modularity, translucency, and the emotional impact of light. Material selection aimed to optimize durability, aesthetics, and diffusion quality. Prototyping refined the locking system for ease of transformation and user experience. The final design embodies a seamless blend of tradition and contemporary innovation.
- Challenge
- Balancing aesthetics, functionality, and stability in a dual-purpose design. Developing a secure yet intuitive locking system for effortless transformation. Ensuring material cohesion while maintaining visual and structural integrity. Perfecting the interplay of brass, glass, and alabaster for an elegant finish. Refining details through multiple prototypes to achieve seamless adaptability.
- Realization and Technology
- Made from solid brass, smoked glass, and hand-carved alabaster for durability. Integrated LED technology provides energy-efficient illumination with a warm glow. A secure locking mechanism ensures seamless transformation between functions. Precision engineering allows effortless switching while maintaining structural integrity. Combining artisanal craftsmanship with modern technology, it embodies refined luxury.
- Operation and Interaction
- Designed for ease, the lamp shifts smoothly between functions with a simple adjustment. The detachable base allows instant conversion from table lamp to pendant mode. Its balanced weight distribution ensures stability in both configurations. Users can modify placement and ambiance without complex installation. Aurum Light adapts seamlessly to evolving interior needs.
- Project Duration and Location
- January 2025, Muscat, Oman
- Specifications
- Height: 250mm, Diameter: 100mm (Table Mode) / 120mm (Pendant Mode) for spatial versatility.
- Keywords
- Table lamp, Pendant, Ligh Fixture, Modern, Luxury, Aurum
