Lampshade Design | 2017 

This concept is inspired by the dandelion, a familiar flower known for its unique appearance. The dandelion features many small blooms that come together to form a composite flower head that looks like white feathers surrounding a central core. Using the design elements of the plant, a unique lampshade design can be created. By manipulating the data structure of the model, a captivating lampshade design can be developed. 

To create a flower-like structure, the first step is to construct a spherical surface, which is then divided into several smaller surfaces. It is important to establish the direction of the normal vector for each surface. This enables the growth of flower-like structures in multiple directions, emulating the natural form of the dandelion. 

The lampshade is produced entirely using a home 3D printer, with components including a cap, upper and lower meshes, 15 components featuring 27 small holes, and 3 c-rings. It is important to note that the maximum print area of the 3D printer is 20 cm in length, width, and height, so ensuring that each component fits within this limit is essential. 

The most arduous facet pertains to the printing of the mesh, necessitating meticulous deliberation of the support density configuration to avert any compromise in the model's integrity throughout the printing continuum. Furthermore, a calibration of the mesh thickness is executed to ascertain its suitability for the printing process. Subsequent to the culmination of the printing procedure, an assiduous elimination of the support structures is undertaken, concomitant with a meticulous refinement of the model's surface through the process of sanding. Following this, the detachment of the c-rings facilitates the insertion of an industrial light bulb into the confines of the lampshade. The ultimate outcome presents an enchanting geometric motif, akin to a resplendent golden blossom, exuding a captivating luminescence in the absence of light.