Bulp Lampa de taula by Omer Tugrul is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Bronze in Esclairatge Competition Category.

BronzeEsclairatge· 2026

Bulp Lampa de taula

by Omer Tugrul

Client: Prodakt

A' Design Award de Bronze Winner in Esclairatge Category

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The Design

About Bulp Lampa de taula

Bulp es una lampa de taula concebuda pels burèus e autras superfícias pichonas. La lampa se clina cap endavant, mas demòra establa gràcias a una basa lastada e a una reparticion suenhada del pes. Lo còs es fach d'alumini massís, usinat per fresatge CNC e format de tres parts principalas e d'un capuchon inferior, assemblats amb de fixacions filetadas intèrnas. Las superfícias son polidas e cromadas, mentre que las variantas de color son revestidas de pintrura en podra. Lo cap es ajustable, atal la lutz pòt èsser dirigida per de prètzfaches que demandan de concentracion o per un esclairatge mai doç. Una ampola estandard E14 es utilizada.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Bronze

Bulp Lampa de taula a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze, una reconeissença plan prestigiosa acordada a de designs excellents que se destrian per la creativitat, l'engenh e la finessa. Los ganhaires del Bronze son d'artefactes largament abils e sorprenentament creatius que provan la vasta experiéncia, l'imaginacion e l'engenhositat de lors designers. S'espèra que Bulp Lampa de taula siá un objècte fòrça considerat, admirat e estimat, notablament professional e innovant. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award de Bronze integra las melhoras practicas de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia e es excellent per son atencion al detalh. Bulp Lampa de taula satisfa esplendidament los besonhs, toca los desirs, encanta los sentiments e interèssa la curiositat.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Bulp is an unconventional desk lamp that leans forward yet remains perfectly stable thanks to precise engineering. Its chrome finish, bold geometry, and vivid colors blend industrial energy with modern elegance. Inspired by Bauhaus ideals, its three-part metal body redefines functional minimalism with sculptural clarity. With an adjustable head, Bulp offers both focused illumination and a strong visual identity even when switched off.
Dimensions & Packaging: Product Dimensions: 80 x 160 x 300mm
Box Dimensions 100 x 250 x 350mm

The packaging consists of a two-part system: an inner box and an outer sleeve. The inner box is made of rigid cardboard with a matte laminated finish and a thick, flush-mounted lid. The interior is lined with custom-cut protective foam to securely house each component of the lamp. The outer sleeve is printed in full color and features a high-resolution image of the product on the front, providing visual context while enhancing brand identity. The packaging ensures both visual appeal and impact resistance during transport.
Tags: table lamp, modern lightning, industrial design, geometric form, sculptural lightning, chrome finish, functional minimalism
Production Technology: Bulp is precision-manufactured from solid aluminum blocks using advanced cnc milling. The lamp’s body comprises three main machined components and a bottom cap, assembled with internal threaded fasteners to ensure structural rigidity and precise alignment. The surfaces are prepared through polishing and finished with high-gloss chrome plating; color variants use electrostatic powder coating for high durability. The adjustable head is mounted with secure fasteners and allows directional movement. The fixture accommodates a standard E14 bulb.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was to create a visually unbalanced yet structurally stable form that could stand confidently without external supports. Achieving this required precise weight distribution and internal engineering. Initially, the lamp’s body was designed as a single solid piece; however, due to cnc limitations at that length, it was reimagined into a modular structure through a series of physical prototypes. Another challenge was integrating the adjustable lighting head into the rigid metal form without disrupting its geometric clarity. These issues were resolved through iterative development, balancing sculptural aesthetics with mechanical feasibility and user-oriented functionality.
Research: The research phase focused on visual balance, material behavior, and user interaction within small-scale lighting. Studies included sculptural geometry, weight distribution, and industrial lighting components. Inspired by Bauhaus principles, the project also aimed to create an iconic form with no existing formal resemblance. An extensive visual and market analysis confirmed the uniqueness of the design direction. In addition to function, the object’s aesthetic and sculptural presence was deeply explored striving for a product that acts as both a light source and a meaningful design statement. The production process, including cnc machining, polishing, and powder coating techniques, was also deeply researched and optimized for precision and finish quality.
Inspiration: Bulp was born from the desire to explore the tension between balance and imbalance how something that looks unstable can, in fact, stand with quiet confidence. The design draws inspiration from industrial materials, particularly the transformation of raw aluminum into a refined object. Influenced by Bauhaus ideals, Bulp seeks to blend mechanical logic with emotional form, creating a product that feels both precise and personal.
Project Duration: The project started and finished in 2024 in İstanbul
Operation Flow: Bulp stands with unexpected balance, inviting curiosity. The user places it freely on any surface, where it remains stable due to its weighted base. Its adjustable head allows easy control of light direction, perfect for focus or mood lighting. The smooth, flowing form feels engaging to touch, offering both visual and tactile interaction. Even when turned off, it remains a sculptural presence in the room.
Image Credits: All photos taken by Nektar Studio based in İstanbul/TURKEY 2024