Bulp Nal Miis by Omer Tugrul is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Alaabta Iftiinka iyo Nalallada Competition Category.
NaxaasIftiin· 2026
Bulp Nal Miis
by Omer Tugrul
Client: Prodakt
Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Iftiin Category
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The Design
About Bulp Nal Miis
Bulp waa nal miis oo loogu talagalay miisaska shaqada iyo dusha sare ee yaryar ee kale. Nalku wuxuu u janjeeraa xagga hore, hase yeeshee wuxuu ku sii jiraa si xasilloon iyada oo loo marayo saldhig miisaan leh iyo qaybin miisaan oo taxaddar leh. Jidhka waxaa laga sameeyay aluminium adag, oo lagu farsameeyay qalabka CNC-da, waxaana laga sameeyay saddex qaybood oo waaweyn iyo dabool hoose, oo lagu isku xiray biro wareeg leh oo gudaha ah. Dusha sare waa la safeeyay laguna dahaadhay chrome, halka noocyada midabada leh lagu dahaadhay budo (powder coating). Madaxa waa la hagaajin karaa, sidaas darteed iftiinka waxaa loo jihayn karaa hawlo u baahan diirad ama iftiin jilicsan. Waxaa la isticmaalaa laambad caadi ah oo nooca E14 ah.
The Recognition
About the Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award
Bulp Nal Miis waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf sare leh oo la siiyo naqshado aan caadi ahayn oo lagu garto hal-abuur, hal-abuur cusub iyo caqli. Guuleystayaasha Naxaasta waa shaqooyin xirfad buuxda leh iyo hal-abuur yaab leh oo xaqiijiya khibrad weyn, male-awaal iyo kartida naqshadeeyayaashooda. Bulp Nal Miis waa walax la filayo inay noqoto mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur cusub leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu ku darsadaa hab-dhaqanno ugu wanaagsan farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada wuxuuna ku fiican yahay dhawrista tafaasiisha. Bulp Nal Miis si fiican ayay u buuxisaa baahiyaha, taabataa rabitaannada, soo jiidataa dareenka kicinayaanna xiisaha aqoonta.
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
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