Bulp 台灯 by Omer Tugrul is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 铜奖 in 照明产品与灯具设计 Competition Category.

铜照明· 2026

Bulp 台灯

by Omer Tugrul

Client: Prodakt

A' Design Award 铜奖 Winner in 照明 Category

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The Design

About Bulp 台灯

Bulp 是一款专为书桌及其他小型台面设计的台灯。灯体向前倾斜，却依靠加重的底座与精心的重量分配保持稳定。灯身采用实心铝材，经 CNC 铣削加工而成，由三个主要部件与一个底盖构成，通过内部螺纹紧固件连接。表面经抛光与镀铬处理，彩色版本则采用粉末喷涂工艺。灯头可调节，光线既可聚焦于精细工作，也可营造柔和照明氛围。灯具采用标准 E14 灯泡。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 铜奖

Bulp 台灯是 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Bulp 台灯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。Bulp 台灯出色地满足需求，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: 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