doriana and massimiliano fuksas’ olympia lamp for nemo contains juxtaposing features
the optical design is characterised by black and white disks that can be altered to fit various configurations.
the ‘olympia’ collection by doriana and massimiliano fuksas for nemo, consists of a series of wall lamps which feature long movable, adjustable arms. the optical design is characterised by black and white disks, that can be altered to fit various configurations. this specific element draws upon the silhouette of a ‘UFO’, which causes the individual lights to appear as if floating.
the ‘olympia’ lamps contain long movable, adjustable arms
doriana and massimiliano fuksas’ ‘olympia lamp’ is equipped with a diffuser designed to emit 360° light. the functional product for nemo, is suited to modern day living through its adjustable settings and minimal, yet abstract appearance. the original sketches of the decorative piece, show the designer’s choice of juxtaposing elements which conceal and display light in a contrasting display.
the black and white disks draw upon the silhouette of a ‘UFO’
the lamps are equipped with a diffuser designed to emit 360° light
the prototype was hand colored during the design process
the original sketches of the lamp show the designer’s choice of juxtaposing elements
sketch of the design
drawing showing the moveable arms
drawing showing the moveable arms
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