Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템 by Rooster Lighting Co., Ltd. and Tcid Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 동상 in 가로 가구 디자인 Competition Category.
동가로 가구· 2026
Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템
by Rooster Lighting Co., Ltd. and Tcid Ltd.
Client: Rooster Lighting Co., Ltd.
A' Design Award 동상 Winner in 가로 가구 Category
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The Design
About Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템
심폴(Sympole)은 거리, 주거 지역, 공공 공간을 위한 모듈형 스마트 조명 폴 시스템이다. 폴의 높이는 5000밀리미터, 직경은 180밀리미터이며 외장은 아노다이징 처리된 알루미늄 합금으로 제작되었고, 모듈 하우징은 재활용 플라스틱과 저탄소강으로 만들어졌다. 모듈형 인터페이스에는 스마트 조명, 네트워크 기지국, 센서, 카메라, 스크린 또는 가구를 장착할 수 있다. 센서와 네트워크 연결을 통해 조명이 자동으로 조절되어, 예를 들어 인파를 위한 유도 조명을 제공하거나 생태적으로 민감한 지역에서는 보다 따뜻한 색조를 구현한다.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 동상
Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 동상 수상작으로, 창의성, 독창성, 영민함으로 돋보이는 뛰어난 디자인에 수여되는 높은 권위의 인정입니다. 동상 수상작은 충분히 숙련되고 인상적으로 창의적인 작품으로, 디자이너의 폭넓은 경험, 상상력, 기지를 입증합니다. Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템, 이 작품은 높이 평가받고 감탄과 사랑을 받는 사물로서 두드러지게 전문적이고 혁신적일 것으로 기대됩니다. 이 동상 수상 디자인은 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 모범 사례를 담고 있으며 세부에 대한 주의로 훌륭합니다. Sympole 스마트 조명 폴 시스템, 이 작품은 필요를 훌륭하게 충족하고 욕망에 닿으며 감정을 매료하고 호기심을 불러일으킵니다.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The SymPole redefines urban infrastructure. With real-time AI analysis and low-latency network connections, it can sense and respond to its environment, proactively detecting and addresing needs of residents and guiding crowds. Unlike traditional light poles, the SymPole focuses on the pulse of the city, turning raw data into a modular, human-centric interface that enables cities to become smart entities capable of self-adjustment and modular expansion.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The SymPole is 5000mm tall, 180mm in diameter, and has a 350*500mm base. It is suitable for streets, homes, and public spaces. The modular interface can accept 40-120W smart lighting, 5G/6G base stations, sensors, cameras, screens, or furniture, and is also compatible with Wi-Fi 6E, LoRa, and NB-IoT. It uses 110-220V AC power but is also compatible with solar panels or batteries. The aluminum alloy structure features IP65 protection, 45m/s wind resistance, and weather resistance of 10 years.
- Tags
- SmartPole, CityEmpathy, FutureUrbanLife, UrbanForesight, AIoTDesign, SmartModularity, FutureProofDesign
- Production Technology
- The technology of SymPole is centered on modularity and sustainability. With an anodized high-strength aluminum alloy casing as well as module housings made of recycled plastic and low-carbon steel, the structure encompasses both durability and low carbon emissions. CNC precision machining and modular connectors enable quick assembly, and plug-and-play components enable easy upgrades. The lighting system uses high-efficiency LEDs. The design ensures durability, scalability, and circular economy.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was to transform light poles from single-purpose lighting facilities into the neurons of a city, striking a balance between technology and emotion. Design thinking and cross-sector workshops were used to determine the system framework and modular interface, and ensuring compatibility, maintainability, and expandability. The result was a modular urban neuron that is flexible, simple, and smart, forming the basis for sensing and lighting in the cities of the future.
- Research
- Analyses of similar projects from around the world found that traditional light poles lack a cohesive environment and interactivity. A workshop with 30 participants from a variety of sectors was held to determine the requirements and applications for this project. A prototype, developed through simulations and 3D printing, was created for proof of concept of the lighting, modules, and interface. The results showed how data-oriented platforms can become collaborative, expressive infrastructure.
- Inspiration
- The design of SymPole is meant to address pain points in cities through real-time sensing and action. By focusing on transforming the city (so it can understand and respond to its surroundings) instead of just linking data, the SymPole injects emotion into urban environments, integrating AI, sensors, and low-lag networks to become the neurons of the city. This modular design, inspired by a human nervous system, allows SymPoles to work together to perform tasks such as adjusting illumination.
- Project Duration
- This project was initiated in July, 2023 in Taiwan, and design was completed in September, 2025 in Taiwan.
- Operation Flow
- The SymPole works intuitively, with no learning process needed for users. Instead, it automatically makes adjustments as needed: Red lights and notifying the authorities in an accident, white lights and health reminders during severe air pollution, guiding lights when there are crowds, and dimmer and warmer light tones for ecologically sensitive areas. The interface can also be used for inquiries, and the system can automatically and actively detect when expansions or upgrades are needed.
- Team Members
- Designer : TU,WEN-CHIEH
Designer : LI,YUAN-WEN
Designer : CHIU,WAN-JU
System technical consultant : YEH,YAO-CHUNG
Production technology consultant : LU,I-AN
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