What lies ahead is a creation that seems to be born from the magic of light and shadow; the MOOD lighting composition pulses like a living work of art, crafting a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere through the masterful interplay of light and color. This composition is not merely a lamp, but a mirror reflecting human emotions and inner complexities, much like a piece of art that paints the story of its soul on the canvas of time. During the day, it stands quietly and simply in a corner like a calm wall, but as night falls, it breathes life; volumes come alive, shadows dance, and light boldly invades the space with poetic intensity.
MOOD is like a window into a world where light erases the boundary between reality and dream. Its orderly, mosaic-like grid design evokes the geometric textures of modern architecture, which, despite their rigidity and symmetry, allow light to flow like running water through the lines and scatter across walls and space. At first glance, one notices the contrast between simple forms and the psychological complexity of colors, a tension born not from harmony but from the clash between color and form. Here, light is not merely illumination but an endless painting that is born and dies with every passing moment.
The functionality of this piece is designed with remarkable intelligence; the central light source, like a beating heart within the grid structure, breaks the light into fragments, scattering hues throughout the space that constantly change with time. The mechanism of this composition is a fusion of static geometry with dynamic color, a place where the cool blue of dawn clashes with the warm orange of dusk. This very contrast shapes the visual identity of MOOD. The juxtaposition instinctively recalls the abstract paintings of Piet Mondrian, where the orderly grid of lines collides with bursts of color, paradoxically creating balance within conflict.
This creation is more than just a lighting device; it is an artistic piece that, with a profound understanding of the aesthetics of light and shadow, creates emotional and dreamlike spaces. In the darkness of night, MOOD with its radiant colors becomes a bridge between reality and imagination, establishing a tranquil or exciting atmosphere. Like a painting that comes to life with changing light, it allows the viewer to lose themselves in the colors and discover a new face of it each time.
Sustainability is also a key highlight in the design of this piece; using recycled MDF and plexiglass components sourced from production waste reflects the designer’s environmental concerns. This lighting composition, utilizing energy-efficient and flexible LED technology, establishes an ideal balance between aesthetics, functionality, and environmental responsibility.
In the end, MOOD is like a gestalt image, where the whole transcends the sum of its parts. It is not only geometry and light but the interaction of these two elements that creates new meanings, meanings that change at every moment while simultaneously challenging our perception of space and time. This creation, as an escape from absolute order toward a harmonious chaos, invites us to contemplate the relationship between light and emotion.
University : Vilnius Academy of Arts
Designer : Vaida Atkocaityte-Dalisanskiene
Professor : Saulius Jusionis
Photo Credits : Vaidotas Darulis
Prize: LIT Lighting Design Award
