Hydroponic Chandelier
For my thesis project, I chose to create a hydroponic system that was ideal for small spaces. The best way to approach this project in an innovative way, was by exploring spaces in homes that may otherwise be unused. I decided that the best solution to this problem was by maximizing on vertical space.
INSPIRATION
The main source of Inspiration came from the counterweight chandelier depicted on the uppermost far right corner. When you raise the weight, the light source lowers, and vice versa. Additionally, the main form inspirations were primarily organic, to mimic the nature of the product.
IDEATION
Initially, I wanted to explore countertop designs with simple form language. However, I moved into ceiling-mounted ideation after seeing the benefits to utilizing spaces that would otherwise not be.
USER EXPERIENCE
Users can push upwards on the weight in order to lower the plant housing to an accessible height. Place hand through hole in weight to pull, in order to raise housing back to initial position.
FINAL FULL MODEL
This lighting fixture was inspired by the different layers of the Earth and the atmosphere. The counterweight allows users to easily access their home-grown plants , while also adding aesthetic quality to the room. The fixture is supported by a ceiling fan junction box, so that it can be applied to pre-existing areas of the home.
FEATURES
BRAIDED STEEL CABLE
Nylon spacers allow for the braided steel cables to move within the light fixture freely with minimal friction
FEATURES
SECONDARY LIGHT SOURCE
A light is on the bottom of the weight to offset the light that might have been lost due to the overhead light floating above the plants
FEATURES
8 PLANT HOUSING SLOTS
There are 8 Separate Plant housing holes for a variety of plant growing capabilities in small spaces
