Erwan Bouroullec‘s Transformative Lighting Concept
French designer Erwan Bouroullec, in collaboration with Flos, introduces Maap, a lighting system that invites users to sculpt their own experience. Launching on July 21, this innovative wall-mounted lamp transforms through its malleable Tyvek diffuser, making each piece a unique artistic statement.
A Design Philosophy Rooted in Flexibility
Bouroullec’s vision reflects his enduring fascination with blending strict geometries with nature’s unpredictability. The Maap lamp’s framework, consisting of a simplistic steel structure with magnetic attachment points, gives form to the Tyvek facade, ensuring no two installations are identical.
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“Maap embodies flexible and combinative construction principles,” Bouroullec explains. “It’s about collaboration over uniqueness, encouraging play rather than mere execution.”
Ingenious Material Choice: Embracing Versatility
The lamp features a Tyvek shell chosen for its resilience, addressing the fragility of paper used in earlier prototypes. Lightweight yet tear-resistant, Tyvek allows for endless reshaping, secured by magnetic “Dots” on the steel frame, ensuring continual reinterpretation without permanence.
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Immersive Illumination: Redefining Light and Space
Available in three sizes, with the largest over 10 feet wide, Maap covers walls in a gentle, ambient glow reminiscent of sunlight through glass. More than a light source, it offers an atmospheric presence, merging architectural depth with decorative elegance.
You can find Maap at Flos flagship stores, Design Within Reach, and dwr.com.
Source: design-milk.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Erwan Bouroullec’s Maap lighting system?
Erwan Bouroullec’s Maap is a wall-mounted lighting system created in collaboration with Flos. It features a malleable Tyvek diffuser, allowing users to shape their own lighting experience.
How does Maap ensure unique installations?
The Maap lamp uses a simplistic steel structure with magnetic attachment points for the Tyvek facade, ensuring that each installation is unique and variable.
Where can I purchase the Maap lighting system?
The Maap lighting system is available at Flos flagship stores, Design Within Reach, and online at dwr.com.