Mario Tsai Studio, the Hangzhou-based industrial design firm known for its rigorous minimalism, has unveiled "Star System," a modular lighting project that treats illumination as a topological exercise. The collection moves away from the rigid geometry of traditional fixtures, opting instead for a series of units that feel both structural and weightless.
The system is built upon modular frames over which fabric is tightly stretched, housing internal LEDs. This choice of material acts as a natural diffuser, softening the output of the diodes into a glow that mimics the atmospheric scattering of light. By utilizing tensioned textiles, Tsai achieves a sculptural presence that avoids the visual heaviness of metal or glass.
Functionality is embedded into the architecture of the pieces through a proprietary daisy-chain power system. Specially designed connectors allow the units to be linked together, drawing power from a single source to form expansive, interconnected constellations. It is a design that prioritizes the system over the individual object, allowing for a scale of installation that can adapt to the architectural constraints of a space.
With reporting from Core77.
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