Bronze Lighting Products and Fixtures Design · 2026
Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System
by Maryam Asadi
- A' Design Award 2026 Bronze Winner in Lighting Products and Fixtures Design
- Awarded April 15, 2026
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About Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System
This innovative design brings the gentle, glowing movement of the underwater world into interior spaces. Sculpted glass elements diffuse luminous currents to create a sense of calm and balance. The color spectrum, ranging from deep blue to soft pink, delivers an immersive sensory experience and transforms the piece into a striking focal point. Its versatile, adjustable structure allows user interaction and adapts to diverse environments, turning illumination into a living medium for artistic experience.
Maryam Asadi's Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System engages the rich tradition of modular design thinking that emerged prominently in mid-twentieth-century European design philosophy, where adaptability, user agency, and systematic variation became central concerns, this work extends that lineage into contemporary lighting design through a series of capsule-formed luminaires characterized by their organic ellipsoid geometry and striking cobalt blue translucent material, the composition demonstrates sophisticated understanding of how industrial objects may transcend purely functional categorization to achieve aesthetic presence through refined formal resolution and material quality, the designer has achieved a remarkable synthesis of approachable domesticity and sculptural presence, each lighting element reading simultaneously as utilitarian device and contemplative object worthy of sustained visual attention, the technical execution reveals careful consideration of how light interacts with colored translucent material, the deep saturated blue suggesting both the synthetic polymer honesty of contemporary materials technology and the luminous color saturation associated with Venetian glass traditions or the colored glass experiments of modernist lighting pioneers, the high-gloss finish amplifies the chromatic intensity while creating dynamic specular highlights that activate the surface and emphasize the volumetric three-dimensionality of each capsule form, the modular system concept manifests through the presentation of multiple configuration possibilities including floor-standing tripod-mounted versions and suspended pendant arrangements, this versatility speaking to contemporary desires for personalization and spatial flexibility within residential and commercial environments, the slender black tripod bases provide essential structural counterpoint through their linear geometry and matte finish, creating visual tension between the industrial minimalism of the supports and the organic sensuousness of the illuminated capsules, the inclusion of a human figure within the composition serves multiple communicative functions including establishing comprehensible scale relationships, demonstrating the approachable domestic context for these lighting objects, and suggesting through gesture the interactive potential and adjustable nature of the system, the figure's contemplative engagement with the central fixture implies a relationship of appreciation rather than mere utility, elevating the lighting elements to objects deserving careful consideration and aesthetic judgment, the neutral studio environment and restrained chromatic palette focusing exclusively on the saturated blue luminaires against warm-neutral grounds allows the lighting system itself to command complete visual attention without environmental distraction, this presentational strategy aligns with established conventions of product design documentation while the compositional sophistication and atmospheric quality transcend purely commercial illustration to achieve a meditative visual serenity, the work invites consideration of how everyday functional objects participate in the construction of domestic atmosphere and personal environment, how color and form choices in utilitarian goods contribute to emotional resonance within inhabited spaces, and how modular design systems empower users to configure their environments according to individual needs and aesthetic preferences, the lighting system suggests possibilities for both intimate focused task lighting and ambient atmospheric illumination depending on configuration and placement, the translucent material quality implying a gentle diffused light emission that would create warm ambience rather than harsh direct illumination, one might contemplate how this design negotiates the tension between sculptural presence when unilluminated and functional luminosity when activated, how the pure color and refined geometry create focal points within interior environments, and how the modular adaptability responds to evolving spatial needs and aesthetic desires over time.
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- Unique Properties
- This creation enables controlled multi-directional light distribution and can be used as a floor, table, or pendant fixture. Flowing glass elements distribute radiance evenly, while the adjustable tripod allows versatile use even in compact spaces. Its adaptable structure facilitates smooth transitions between layouts and dynamic beam adjustment.
This approach delivers precise illumination and an engaging interactive experience, while simultaneously providing a practical, aesthetically refined, and sustainable experience for the individual. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Height 1600 mm floor version and 650 mm table version
Glass Module 500,350 mm curved glass element
Base adjustable metal tripod with 45 degree angle
Light Adjustment rotating joints with 360 degree directional control
Materials curved glass diffuser and chrome finished metal components
Light Source integrated energy efficient LED module
Color Temperature 2700 to 3000 K warm light CRI 90
Luminous Flux 400 to 800 lm soft ambient illumination - Tags
- Jellyfish Inspiration, Bioluminescent Light, Modular Lighting, Multi Functional Lamp, Adjustable Light, Soft Ambient Light, Space Saving Design, Sculptural Lighting, Fluid Form, Interactive Design
- Production Technology
- This design was developed using parametric modeling to create flowing forms. Arched glass components are meticulously crafted with thermal techniques to produce even and polished surfaces. The tripod metal frame maintains structural integrity and equilibrium. Rotating connectors provide complete control over the direction of illumination. The piece integrates flexible construction, sculptural expression, and eco-friendly materials, offering both functional utility and visual refinement.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was to replicate the delicate movement and gentle glow of jellyfish within a modular, eco-friendly glass lighting system. Achieving a balance between structural stability, user adjustability, and even light distribution required precise design of the forms, connection points, and materials to deliver a combination of organic beauty and practical functionality.
- Project Duration
- February 2026
- Operation Flow
- Users can easily adjust the direction and orientation of the lamp using pivot connections and adjustable bases. This design allows the lamp to switch between floor, table, or pendant configurations, making it versatile even in small spaces or different layouts. Light passes softly through the glass, creating an engaging and interactive experience for the user.
- Research
- This study explores the form, fluid motion, and light transmission of the translucent jellyfish body. Insights from these natural structures led to the design of a lighting system with an organic form and configurable framework, enabling multi-functional use and spatial optimization. Integrated illumination recreates a sense of natural rhythm and tranquility within the environment.
- Inspiration
- This illuminated piece is inspired by the fluid motion and mysterious glow of jellyfish in the depths of the ocean. Curved glass forms reflect their drifting movement, creating a sense of rhythm and serenity. Soft radiance generates a calming atmosphere. The blue version evokes their organic habitat, while pink conveys delicacy and feminine elegance. The design creates a striking visual centerpiece in interior spaces. Its purpose is to generate an ambiance that brings the beauty of nature and a sense of balance and tranquility to the surroundings
- Image Credits
- Visual Artists: Alireza Jafarpor
Image Credit: Soroush Akbari
Colors of Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System
Design Interview about Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System
This design is inspired by the jellyfish and its fluid movement in the darkness of the ocean. My goal was to translate the organic glow of this creature into a lighting experience that brings a sense of calm and connection with nature into space.
My main focus was to create a lighting experience beyond pure function; an experience based on soft light, fluid form, and a modular, flexible structure that creates a sense of calm and adaptability in space and harmonizes with different spatial needs.
This concept was developed over approximately three months through an iterative process of ideation, development, and refinement, leading to its final form.
This design was not commissioned; it emerged from a personal exploration of light, nature, and spatial experience. I developed this concept with the intention of translating the fluid movement of natural phenomena into a modular lighting system that creates a calm and atmospheric presence in space.
This design is currently in a conceptual and development stage. I am exploring opportunities for its further refinement, optimization, and potential production in the future, either independently or in collaboration.
What led me to design this work was an effort to translate the behavior of light in nature into a lighting system. The jellyfish, with its unique luminous quality, inspired me to redefine light as a medium for expressing emotion and spatial quality.
This design is adaptable to various contexts, from residential to exhibition spaces, and is not limited to a specific use. Its audience consists of individuals who perceive design as part of a spatial and sensory experience.
This design considers light not merely as a functional element, but as part of spatial expression. At the same time, its modular structure enables variability and adaptability in limited spaces.
The name “Jelly” is derived from the design’s source of inspiration and its formal and conceptual relationship with the work, reflecting its organic and minimalist nature.
Initial ideas were developed through hand sketching, and the design process was then further developed using AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Revit, and Photoshop.
The most unique aspect of this design is its attempt to dissolve the boundary between an object and a spatial element, where light is not merely a source, but a presence within space that shapes spatial perception.
In this project, I collaborated with two contributors in modeling and image production, while the overall design direction and final decisions remained under my supervision.
One of the main challenges was translating a conceptual idea into a functional lighting form while maintaining its atmospheric quality. Balancing visual expression, lighting performance, and structural clarity required continuous refinement throughout the process.
I submitted this project to an international design competition in order to present it within a broader international context and evaluate it against global design standards. It was also an opportunity to share the concept with a wider professional audience.
Thank you for the time you dedicated to reviewing this project. I am glad to have had the opportunity to present and share this work.
Grand Interview about Jelly Transformable Modular Lighting System
The idea for Jelly emerged from studying the jellyfish, a marine organism that naturally produces a soft, living quality of light and creates a sense of spatial fluidity through its luminous presence. What interested me was not its physical form itself, but rather the way light is present and perceived as an integral part of its existence.This observation became the starting point for translating a natural quality into a design idea and gradually shaped the direction of the project.Transforming this initial concept into a buildable lighting system gave me the opportunity to see how a simple observation of nature can evolve into a series of design decisions, ultimately resulting in a tangible spatial experience of light. My goal was to create an experience in which light goes beyond its purely functional role and becomes an integral part of spatial perception.
The Jelly system is based on a modular structure with adjustable joints, enabling seamless transformation between floor, table, and pendant configurations, while maintaining a unified formal identity across all states.The core idea in this design is a shift from a multi-mode lamp to a reconfigurable lighting system, where light is not defined as a fixed state but is shaped according to user needs and spatial conditions.Jelly moves modular lighting beyond a simple change of form and turns it into an experience of interaction between the user and light in space. This approach may lead, in the future, to systems in which light is not a fixed entity, but is continuously reconfigured in response to lifestyle and spatial conditions.
Parametric modeling in Jelly allowed me to design the glass forms in a way that variations in curvature and proportion are distributed continuously and according to a unified logic throughout the structure; an approach that provides greater control over continuity and fluidity compared to conventional methods.Within this framework, form is defined not as an independent volume, but as the result of relationships between components; therefore, any small change in one part directly affects the overall behavior and expression of the structure, ultimately shaping the project’s visual language.
I believe approaches like Jelly aim to shift the presence of nature from direct representation to lived experience, where instead of imitating natural forms, qualities such as light and spatial perception become the basis of design.In this context, the role of the designer is defined through selecting, simplifying, and organizing these qualities into an experiential system that can create a sensory connection with nature in interior spaces, without relying on its direct visual representation.Within this framework, Jelly defines light as a perceptible presence in space that can alter how an environment is experienced and interpreted, without depending on a literal representation of nature.
The most challenging aspect in developing Jelly was achieving a balance between structural stability and the ability to disassemble and reconfigure the system across different states, allowing it to transition between floor, table, and pendant configurations without compromising overall strength.This challenge made the connection system design and the organization of components a central element of the project; a part that carries both a functional role and directly influences the formation of the form and the overall behavior of the structure.Ultimately, structural constraints became part of the design logic and guided the visual language and final geometry of Jelly.
The design process in Jelly began with the simultaneous understanding of form and light within a natural organism, where shape and light were not separate, and the behavior of light was directly dependent on surface and volume. This initial perception guided the design toward establishing a direct relationship between form and the way light is distributed within the structure.In the next stage, design decisions became more focused on how the form responds to light; in a way that changes in angle, orientation, and the combination of elements directly affect the quality of the emitted light and define the logic of the system’s formation.For me, this process was not a linear movement from idea to execution, but rather a continuous back-and-forth between observation, analysis, and decision-making; where every small change in the understanding of light behavior led to a reconsideration of form and structure, and this gradual interaction shaped the final nature of the project.
I think Jelly marks the beginning of a design approach in which form and spatial experience are seen as a unified system. The principles developed in this project will not necessarily be repeated in the same form in the future, but they continue to inform the way I think about the relationship between form, use, and experience.In future projects, this approach will adapt according to each context, but the core idea—the direct relationship between the user and the quality of space—will remain.For me, what matters more than maintaining a fixed design language is continuing this way of thinking across different design contexts.
One aspect of Jelly that is less visible is the distance between its source of inspiration and the final outcome. Although the project is inspired by a jellyfish, the intention was not to directly replicate or imitate it.The focus was on translating certain visual and luminous qualities of this organism into a usable spatial experience. Rather than emphasizing formal resemblance, the design seeks to express qualities such as the soft presence of light, the relationship between form and illumination, and a sense of fluidity.This aspect may not be immediately visible, but it forms an important part of the core idea behind Jelly.
The selected color temperature range was defined to produce a warm light with controlled intensity, aiming to guide the space toward a calmer atmosphere. A color rendering index of 90 was also used to preserve a natural and accurate perception of colors within the space.The gradient-tinted glass surface plays an active role in shaping the light, allowing it to shift from a concentrated state into a gradual distribution, while its intensity continuously varies along the body.As a result, rather than a uniform or point-like presence, light moves along the form and creates a soft, continuous quality throughout the space that evokes a sense of flowing motion.
The shaping of the glass in this project is considered as part of defining the behavior of light, where the goal is to achieve a continuous surface that diffuses light without unwanted concentrations.In this process, controlling surface transitions and avoiding abrupt changes in curvature plays a key role, as this determines how light is read and distributed along the form.As a result, precision in shaping the surface directly affects the final quality of the light and defines its visual behavior.