michiel cornelissen interlocks 3D printed zoom lampshade

michiel cornelissen interlocks 3D printed zoom lampshade
all images courtesy of michiel cornelissen

‘zoom’ by utrecht-based designer michiel cornelissen is a fold-out, 3D printed lampshade that is made from hundreds of interlocking elements. using generative computer software, the programmable object uses a structure that is created from repeating elements, and then bound together through a series of connecting spirals. the 3D printing process enables the pentagonal-shaped lampshade to be manufactured as a flat item. the piece can be completely assembled and folded in a flexible textile-like manner, while still maintaining its form as a rigid product.

dyed polyamide lampshades

white polyamide lampshades

material detail

zoom in its folded state

zoom moiré

detail

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