Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza by Deval Ambani

Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza by Deval Ambani is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award in Zvigadzirwa zveMwenje neZvinoisa Mwenje Competition Category.

SimbiMwenje· 2025

Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza

by Deval Ambani

Client: Obliq

Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award Winner in Mwenje Category

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The Design

About Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza

Chandiria yeSilver Lining inounza mhinduro yechiedza yakabwinya yemazuva ano yakagadzirirwa kuwedzera nzvimbo dzebasa dzine kudzvinyirira kukuru. Yakagadzirwa nezvidimbu gumi nezvitatu zveakririka zvakachekwa nekuongororora, inobata uye inoparadzira chiedza kuti igadzire mamiriro akajeka anofadza mweya. Ichiyera mainchisi 27.5 na51.5, chimiro chayo chakarerukirwa chinobatanidza zvakanaka nerunako rwemakona ehofisi. Chigadzirwa ichi chinoshamisa chinoshandura nzvimbo yacho, chichikurudzira mamiriro ebasa anoremekedzwa uye anofuridzira. Nekubatanidza runako rwemazuva ano nebvumirano inoshanda, inowedzera zvese kusika nekubereka.

The Recognition

About the Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award

Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award wakahwinwa ne Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza, rukudzo runokudzwa runopiwa kumadhizaini akanaka anozadzisa zvinodiwa zvehunyanzvi neyeindasitiri zvinotarisirwa kuzvigadzirwa zvakagadzirwa zvakanaka. Vakunda veSimbi vanoratidza unyanzvi hukuru, hunyanzvi hwakakwirira, kunzwisisa kwevakachenjera uye kugona kwekugadzira kwevagadziri vavo. Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza inotarisirwa kuva chigadzirwa chinokudzwa zvakanyanya, chinoremekedzwa uye chinodiwa, chinoshanda uye chine zvitsva. Dhizaini iyi yakahwina Mubairo weSimbi we A' Design Award inosanganisa maitiro akanakisa eindasitiri uye ine hunhu hwetekinoroji hwakakwana hwakabatana neruzivo nehunyanzvi. Nekushanda kwayo zvakanaka, Silver Lining Chiedza Chakapoteredza inoremekedzwa uye yakagadzirirwa kupa kuvandudzwa kwehupenyu kunobatsira kuita kuti nyika ive nzvimbo iri nani.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Silver Lining Chandelier is a sculptural lighting piece designed to symbolize optimism with clean lines and minimal decoration. Unique in its use of 13 precision cut acrylic pieces, it diffuses light dynamically, creating an effect where the source remains undetectable. Blending artistry with function, it is lightweight, low maintenance, and enhances ambiance. A dimmable option adds versatility, making it adaptable to various moods and settings—an entirely new approach to lighting design.
Dimensions & Packaging: The Silver Lining Chandelier measures 700mm (W) x 1300mm (D) x 310mm (H), composed of 13 CNC-cut 12mm transparent acrylic sheets with 8W LED strip lights in each piece. Precision-engineered for optimal light diffusion, its modular design enhances refraction and shadow play. The lightweight structure ensures easy installation and maintenance. Inspired by parametric design principles, it seamlessly integrates angular aesthetics with advanced lighting techniques. The transformer is concealed in the ceiling.
Tags: chandelier, light, office light, conceptual light, customisation, acrylic light, besoke light, contemporary, minmalistic
Production Technology: The Silver Lining Chandelier is made from CNC-cut 12mm transparent acrylic sheets with 8W LED strip light in each piece. It is designed for optimal light diffusion. The 13 modular parts enhance refraction and shadow play. This creates a dynamic visual effect. The light source remains completely undetectable. The lightweight structure allows easy installation. It also requires minimal maintenance. Inspired by parametric design, it blends sharp aesthetics with advanced lighting techniques.
Design Challenge: The hardest part was to create a chandelier that would look formal and not decorative, as it was in an office setup. Also making it conceptually strong. From a production point, I did not want the LED light dots to be visible. So we brainstormed to resolve the issue.
Research: Type of Research: Qualitative, focusing on understanding the client’s business and culture.
Research Objectives: To create a positive, functional workspace that reflects transparency.
Methodology: Client interviews, material experimentation, and prototype testing.
Data Collection: Discussions, observations, and mockups.
Results: Acrylic was chosen for its transparency and aesthetic.
Impact: Improved employee morale and client trust, showcasing how design affects business and society.
Inspiration: Inspired by the saying, "Every cloud has a silver lining," this chandelier is a symbol of optimism in high-pressure work environments. Every organization experiences ups and downs, but the key is to stay positive. This elegant piece serves as a constant reminder of resilience and hope. Its layered design mirrors the formation of clouds, capturing the beauty of nature’s own way of illustrating this timeless concept.
Project Duration: The project started in Dec 2022 and finished in feb 2023.
Operation Flow: The Silver Lining Chandelier operates with a switch, activating strategically placed led modules for uniform illumination. The 13 cnc-cut acrylic sheets interact with light, creating dynamic refractions and layered shadows. Its modular composition allows seamless integration into various interiors. The chandelier creates warmth, fills the room with positivity, and serves as a conversation starter, enhancing spatial aesthetics and professional ambiance.
Team Members: Designer: Deval Ambani
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer: Deval Ambani / Creator: Deval Ambani,
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