Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko by Jiao Zhao and Ruien Sun

Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko by Jiao Zhao and Ruien Sun is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Rama me ngā Taputapu Mārama Competition Category.

ParahiRama· 2026

Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko

by Jiao Zhao and Ruien Sun

Client: Moorgen

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Rama Category

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The Design

About Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko

Ko Quietvale he rama tēpu kawe haere me te āheinga whakahiko ahokore mō ngā pūrere whaiaro. Ka hangaia te tinana o te rama mai i te kōhatu kapua Paniora kotahi, i whakaahuatia mā te whakairo CNC, ā, i whakaotihia ki te paninga whakamarumaru pūataata. Ka hangaia te pūtake mā te tuku onepū tuku iho hei anga konganuku, e pupuri ana i te kōwae whakahiko ahokore me te pūhiko ki roto. He hanganga konganuku huna e tautoko ana i te kōhatu i te wā e nekehia ana. Mā te pā māmā ki te tinana o te rama ka kā, ka weto rānei te rama, ā, mā te pupuri i te ringa ki mua i te rama ka whakatikaina te kaha o te māramatanga.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Quietvale Rama Tēpu Whakahiko i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Quietvale lamp blends the warm texture of natural marble with smart technology. Its base is handcrafted using a traditional sand-casting technique, revealing a distinct timeless quality and natural grain. The portable lamp head integrates wireless charging and smart sensors for effortless use. This design allows traditional materials and modern technology to coexist naturally, setting it apart from conventional fixed lamps and establishing it as a fine lighting piece that combines decorative appeal with practical value.
Dimensions & Packaging: The product measures 500mm x 360mm x 80mm.
Tags: Natural Cloud Stone,Portable Lighting,Minimalist Design,Traditional Craftsmanship,Smart Sensing
Production Technology: The lamp body is crafted from a solid piece of Spanish cloud stone shaped by CNC carving, with a transparent protective coating applied to the surface. The base is formed through traditional sand-casting to create the metal frame, integrating wireless charging modules and lithium battery packs internally. The cloud stone and metal structure are connected with hidden snap-fit fasteners, while all wiring is enclosed within the frame, seamlessly integrating functionality and aesthetics.
Design Challenge: The most challenging aspect of this design was balancing the substantial texture of natural cloud stone with the structural strength required for portability. To ensure the stability of the fragile stone during mobile use, the team conducted repeated tests and ultimately adopted a composite structure with a hidden metal frame and partial lining. This solution maintains the stone's visual integrity while meeting the mechanical demands of portable usage.
Research: This research explores combining the timeless quality of natural materials with smart technology. Using Spanish marble and traditional sand-casting preserves its texture and inherent warmth. Integrating smart sensors and a portable design makes the lamp not only a lighting tool but also an adaptive device for modern, mobile lifestyles. The result balances natural aesthetics with practical technology, honoring traditional craftsmanship while meeting contemporary needs.
Inspiration: Quietvale is born from the fusion of texture and function. Drawing inspiration from the warm, natural grain of Spanish alabaster, the base reflects a rustic and grounding aesthetic. To meet contemporary needs, it features portable lighting and device charging. Quietvale seamlessly marries the warmth of nature with smart technology, delivering a lamp that is both a work of art and a practical tool.
Project Duration: Designed in Shanghai in June 2025
Operation Flow: Gently touch any part of the lamp body to turn the light on or off. Hover your hand in front of the lamp to adjust the brightness. The lamp can be easily carried to any area in your home that needs lighting.
Patents: Moorgen，2025
Team Members: Jiao Zhao and Ruien Sun
Image Credits: Moorgen，2025