PLANLICHT
PLANLICHT
As the Industrial Design Project Lead at KISKA, I directed the development of the Planlicht Komet—a high-end modular spotlight family designed to enhance retail environments. The objective was to create a distinctive product identity that reinforced Planlicht's brand while offering versatility and ease of installation for various retail applications.
Client
Planlicht GmbH & Co. KG x Kiska Design
Year
2011
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Design Strategy
Design Strategy
Given the competitive nature of the retail lighting market, our goal was to develop a modular system that combined aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. I established a detailed project schedule with clear milestones and deliverables, ensuring cohesive collaboration across the design and engineering teams.
Given the competitive nature of the retail lighting market, our goal was to develop a modular system that combined aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. I established a detailed project schedule with clear milestones and deliverables, ensuring cohesive collaboration across the design and engineering teams.
Design Strategy
Given the competitive nature of the retail lighting market, our goal was to develop a modular system that combined aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. I established a detailed project schedule with clear milestones and deliverables, ensuring cohesive collaboration across the design and engineering teams.
Key Design Drivers
Key Design Drivers
Modularity: Designed to support both LED and conventional lighting technologies across a flexible platform.
Ease of Installation: Integrated bayonet fittings for fast, tool-free replacement of lamps and filters.
Adjustability: Engineered lamp holders with 217° vertical and 359° horizontal rotation for optimal lighting flexibility.
Thermal Management: Die-cast aluminum body designed for efficient heat dissipation.
Material & Finish: Utilized powder-coated die-cast aluminum and brushed stainless steel, available in matte silver, white, or black finishes.
Brand Identity: Developed a unique visual language that aligned with Planlicht's design ethos, enhancing brand recognition.
Modularity: Designed to support both LED and conventional lighting technologies across a flexible platform.
Ease of Installation: Integrated bayonet fittings for fast, tool-free replacement of lamps and filters.
Adjustability: Engineered lamp holders with 217° vertical and 359° horizontal rotation for optimal lighting flexibility.
Thermal Management: Die-cast aluminum body designed for efficient heat dissipation.
Material & Finish: Utilized powder-coated die-cast aluminum and brushed stainless steel, available in matte silver, white, or black finishes.
Brand Identity: Developed a unique visual language that aligned with Planlicht's design ethos, enhancing brand recognition.
Key Design Drivers
Modularity: Designed to support both LED and conventional lighting technologies across a flexible platform.
Ease of Installation: Integrated bayonet fittings for fast, tool-free replacement of lamps and filters.
Adjustability: Engineered lamp holders with 217° vertical and 359° horizontal rotation for optimal lighting flexibility.
Thermal Management: Die-cast aluminum body designed for efficient heat dissipation.
Material & Finish: Utilized powder-coated die-cast aluminum and brushed stainless steel, available in matte silver, white, or black finishes.
Brand Identity: Developed a unique visual language that aligned with Planlicht's design ethos, enhancing brand recognition.
Development Process
Development Process
Concept Exploration: Led the initial design exploration phase, presenting seven distinct proposals to the client.
Client Collaboration: Engaged in iterative refinement with Planlicht's teams, narrowing down to two concepts for further development.
Prototyping: Employed advanced poly modeling techniques and SLS prototyping to validate design choices and ensure manufacturability.
Engineering Support: Provided detailed A-class surface models and collaborated closely with engineering teams to refine manufacturing details and optimize production processes.
Concept Exploration: Led the initial design exploration phase, presenting seven distinct proposals to the client.
Client Collaboration: Engaged in iterative refinement with Planlicht's teams, narrowing down to two concepts for further development.
Prototyping: Employed advanced poly modeling techniques and SLS prototyping to validate design choices and ensure manufacturability.
Engineering Support: Provided detailed A-class surface models and collaborated closely with engineering teams to refine manufacturing details and optimize production processes.
Development Process
Concept Exploration: Led the initial design exploration phase, presenting seven distinct proposals to the client.
Client Collaboration: Engaged in iterative refinement with Planlicht's teams, narrowing down to two concepts for further development.
Prototyping: Employed advanced poly modeling techniques and SLS prototyping to validate design choices and ensure manufacturability.
Engineering Support: Provided detailed A-class surface models and collaborated closely with engineering teams to refine manufacturing details and optimize production processes.
Outcome
Outcome
The Planlicht Komet was successfully unveiled at the Light + Building Expo in Frankfurt in 2012, receiving positive feedback for its innovative design and functional adaptability. In 2013 it also received the prestigious iF Product Design Award, The product reinforced Planlicht's position in the competitive retail lighting market and showcased the company's commitment to design excellence.
The Planlicht Komet was successfully unveiled at the Light + Building Expo in Frankfurt in 2012, receiving positive feedback for its innovative design and functional adaptability. In 2013 it also received the prestigious iF Product Design Award, The product reinforced Planlicht's position in the competitive retail lighting market and showcased the company's commitment to design excellence.
Outcome
The Planlicht Komet was successfully unveiled at the Light + Building Expo in Frankfurt in 2012, receiving positive feedback for its innovative design and functional adaptability. In 2013 it also received the prestigious iF Product Design Award, The product reinforced Planlicht's position in the competitive retail lighting market and showcased the company's commitment to design excellence.
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