THEIA LAMP

For my first design studio project, I explored Mathias Hahn’s iconic Theia lamp. The basis of this project was to replicate the structure and visuals of the lamp using an adaptation of materials, shapes and components to create our own version. The process began with detailed research and sketches to understand its unique form and design elements. I crafted a cardboard model as a structural study, followed by the creation of a fully realized version infused with my own interpretation. Starting from scratch, I combined functionality with aesthetics to honor the original concept while showcasing my personal design approach. This project allowed me to deepen my understanding of product design through hands-on experimentation and craftsmanship.

The Greek goddess Theia – mother of the sun, the moon and the dawn, lends her name to this lamp, whose design seeks to express the beauty of light and the fascination we feel for it. In Theia, the materials and shapes are merely the physical manifestations of the underlying concept: merging both light and shadow in a single piece.

Theia has two faces: to discover them, simply swivel the fixture around its central axis. It can be pointed towards you for use as a reading lamp, or towards an object or a wall, creating a subtle, indirect light. Theia’s formal design is elementary and streamlined: two half-spheres, one placed horizontally and the other vertically, which intersect with each other.

The project culminated in a group exhibition where all the lamps created by my classmates and I were showcased, highlighting our creativity and craftsmanship.