We had the distinct pleasure to interview award winning designer Natalia Komarova about their original and creative Lighting design work. Natalia Komarova is an award-winning industrial designer, that makes our world a better place with their original lighting works.
Natalia Komarova ("NK") answered Design Interview ("DI") questions about their award-winning work Capsule Lighting. Interview questions prepared by Frank Scott.
NK : The round shape of the capsule has a beneficial effect on the human psyche, soothes and relaxes him. It is no coincidence that in the fields of medicine and spa often sleeping chambers are also performed in this rounded oblong form. Developing the concept of the lamp we sought to recreate this aesthetic effect.
NK : The main emphasis is on cost and affordability for people, as well as the possibility of mass production. At the same time, I wanted to create an exclusive author's product.
NK : I am going to negotiate with different manufacturers of lighting fixtures to make the product.
NK : It took about a month and a half to create the concept and its further presentation.
NK : I wanted to create a unique product available to a large number of people. An important role was played by inspiration, thanks to which this idea appeared.
NK : I am in search and would like to produce this product with the participation of the manufacturer.
NK : It's versatility. I wanted to create a lamp that would suit different styles of most spaces and interest a wide audience.
NK : The shape of medical capsules has become a source of inspiration. The process of creating was not influenced by other designers.
NK : In my opinion, this is a universal product for a wide audience.
NK : When designing, I was inspired by the handmade work of artisans. So that in spite of mass production, each lamp adds coziness and exclusivity to a space.
NK : The name reflects the shape of the plafond, which is inspired by the shapes of medical capsules.
NK : The process began with sketching, with an attempt to highlight individual forms and elements. Further, when there is an understanding of what you want to get, the stage of work in 3D max begins, after which a finished image appears, which remains to be processed a little. The process began with sketching, with an attempt to highlight individual forms and elements. To complete the project documentation, Autocad, Photoshop and InDesign are used.
NK : Each lamp has small stencil-plates placed inside the plafond. When turned on, they form an unusual color pattern that adds uniqueness to a room.
NK : I consulted with manufacturers of lighting fixtures to assess the cost and the possibility of manufacturing such products.
NK : I wanted to create a design at the intersection of modern technologies of mass production and craftsmanship of the past, due to the effect of handmade.
NK : Research and the search for universal forms and methods of efficient production helped to reduce production costs.
NK : For me it was a pretty serious challenge. Usually I create exclusive author's works, and in this case I tried to create a universal design that would suit a large number of people.
NK : This is my second year in this competition and I think that this is one of the most prestigious competitions. In addition, I would like to receive a feedback on my work from one of the most respected people in the world of design.
NK : I gained important experience and knowledge in the field of creating universal products of mass production.
NK : 20. No, thank You for your questions!
