Lumenica 灯具系列 by Vergunovs and Maria Kolesnikova

Lumenica 灯具系列 by Vergunovs and Maria Kolesnikova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award 铜奖 in 照明产品与灯具设计 Competition Category.

铜照明· 2025

Lumenica 灯具系列

by Vergunovs and Maria Kolesnikova

Client: O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv

A' Design Award 铜奖 Winner in 照明 Category

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The Design

About Lumenica 灯具系列

Lumenica Luminaire探索光线、材质与形态之间的对话，通过流动的参数化扭曲玻璃体实现。每件作品采用热成型工艺和可控冷却过程塑形，创造出动态浮雕纹理，增强表面的流动感。哑光与光泽区域的对比形成光线渐变效果，随观者视角而变化。细腻的色彩处理强调了物件的仿生雕塑特质，在对称性与有机性之间达到平衡。该灯具既呈现工程化的精准，又富有生命力，所产生的光学效果为周围空间注入活力。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 铜奖

Lumenica 灯具系列是 A' Design Award 铜奖得主，这是授予以创造力、独创性和敏锐见长的杰出设计的极具声望的认可。铜奖得主是技艺娴熟、创意惊人的作品，印证了其设计师丰富的经验、想象力与机智。预计Lumenica 灯具系列将成为一件备受推崇、令人钦佩且被珍爱的物品，兼具显著的专业性与创新性。这件赢得 A' Design Award 铜奖的设计融入艺术、科学、设计和技术领域的最佳实践，并因注重细节而出类拔萃。Lumenica 灯具系列出色地满足需求，触动渴望，迷住情感，并吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The Lumenica lighting collection is inspired by the bionic forms of nature - flowers, mushrooms and jellyfish. Its uniqueness lies in the combination of refined glass with dynamic reliefs that create the effect of movement. The use of frosted, transparent and colored glass emphasizes natural imagery, while twisted relief glass gives the luminaires a lively, organic plasticity. Lumenica combines the aesthetics of nature and innovative design.
Dimensions & Packaging: The Lumenica collection includes fixtures in the following sizes: table lamp 1 - 115 mm (w) × 246 mm (h) × 160 mm (d), wall lamp - 126 mm (w) × 340 mm (h) × 176 mm (d), table lamp 2 - 115 mm (w) × 442 mm (h) × 183 mm (d), pendant lamp - 128 mm (w) × 346 mm (h) × 196 mm (d).
Tags: Lamps, bionics, glass, luminaires, nature, relief glass, modern design, dynamics, organic forms.
Production Technology: Lumenica collection luminaires are made of glass, combining frosted, transparent and colored elements. The key technology is the twisting of relief glass, creating a dynamic optical effect. The glass is hand-blown, then molded and textured. The color scheme enhances biomorphic associations, emphasizing natural forms. The methods used ensure high quality, the uniqueness of each piece and the harmony of light with the material.
Design Challenge: The most challenging part of Lumenica's design work was overcoming technological and creative obstacles. The creative challenge was to organically adapt the bionic forms into a functional luminaire design. Challenges arose during the glass processing phase: twisting and texturizing techniques had to be developed, which required careful refinement of techniques and experimentation.
Internal factors included a lack of experience with certain materials and techniques, and the need to consider aesthetic and functional aspects of the design. External factors, such as the availability of information on glass technology and limitations in production capabilities, also influenced the process.
The historical perspective and social context, taking into account current trends in design and sustainability, required careful attention to the selection of materials and methods. By overcoming these challenges, it has been possible to create unique and harmonious luminaires that meet today's design and environmental requirements.
Research: The research for the Lumenica project focused on the study of bionic forms in nature and their adaptation in lighting design. The goal was to create luminaires that convey an organic aesthetic through material and lighting effects. The methodology included analysis of natural structures, sketching, 3D modeling, and experiments with glass shaping. The work explored glass properties, transparency, texture and processing techniques. Experiments were conducted with relief twisting of glass to create a dynamic visual effect. Participants in the process included faculty, mentors, and students whose feedback helped refine the concept. The result was a collection of luminaires that combined the aesthetics of nature and modern glass processing techniques. The research showed that bionic forms can not only inspire design, but also enhance the perception of light in a space. This approach can be in demand in interior and industrial design, creating harmonious and functional lighting objects.
Inspiration: The Lumenica collection is inspired by the organic aesthetics of nature. The idea was to convey their flowing, airy forms through glass, emphasizing the play of light and the sense of movement. The study of biomorphic structures and glass processing techniques made it possible to create a relief with a twisting effect that gives the luminaires dynamics. This project combines craft tradition, experimentation with material and natural harmony in design.
Project Duration: The Lumenica luminaire collection was developed as part of a training program in which it was necessary to create a luminaire(or a collection of luminaires) on the theme of any concept. The focus was on bionic forms of nature. Work on the collection began in September 2024 and was completed in the winter of December 2024. The collection was presented at the University's artwork viewing in December 2024, where it was shown to other students and faculty.
Operation Flow: Standard switching of luminaires.
Team Members: Sergey Vergunov
Maria Kolesnikova