Introducing
The Almond Lamp
A sculptural lamp where the shade becomes the structure.
From Studio Experiment to Sculptural Object
The Almond Lamp began in 2018 as a graduate architecture student at the University of Washington, where I became interested in form-active structures made strong through bending, folding, and proportion. Through a fast, iterative prototyping process, I discovered a self-supporting form where the shade itself became the structure.
In 2026, I returned to the project with a new goal: to transform the original prototype into a viable design object. The current version refines the original idea through improved connections, stronger scale, and a clearer path toward production.
The result is a sculptural lamp where structure, shade, and light are resolved as one continuous form.
A System in Development
The Almond Lamp is being developed as the first expression of a broader product system. Its folded geometry can scale across sizes, materials, and finishes while preserving the same central idea: a lamp where structure, shade, and light are resolved together.
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Potential versions include table, floor, pendant, and large-scale feature lighting.
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The form is being explored through paper, acrylic, wood, and metal.
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Color and surface treatments are being developed for residential, gallery, hospitality, and collector contexts.
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Currently entirely cut by hand, we are in the process of researching digital fabrication methods.
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Future versions are being explored for compact shipping, simple assembly, and lower-waste packaging.
Current Specifications
Available Model
Almond LG (pictured)
12”W x 12”D x 38”H
Electrical
Voltage:120 VAC, 60Hz
Power consumption: 6W
Color temperature: 2700K to 4000K
Luminosity: 600 Lumens
Luminaire efficacy: 100 Lumens/Watt
Color Rendition Index: 90+ CRI
Cable length: 6’ (1.8m)
Material
Sheet material shade
Fabric cord
Fasteners
Metal fasteners with painted finish
Bulb Type
(1) White LED globe bulb, E26 base
(6W) per lamp
Fully dimmable
Bulb diameter and finish may be customized
Refined Through Making
The Almond Lamp has been shaped through full-scale mockups, material tests, connection studies, and repeated adjustments to proportion. Each version clarifies the same central question: how can a sheet material become structure, shade, and enclosure at once?
The current development model preserves the spirit of the original prototype while refining its scale, strength, assembly, and presence.
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The form is governed by a repeatable proportion system developed through physical prototyping
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The lamp uses folding and curvature to create stability without a conventional frame
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Details are being refined to support cleaner assembly, stronger construction, and future production
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The bulb sits inside the structure, allowing the object to glow from within
Exhibited
The Almond Lamp has been shown publicly as part of its ongoing development, including its first San Francisco exhibition at the Center for Architecture and Design, its upcoming presentation at ICFF/WantedDesign Launch Pad in New York, and as a finalist in the Table Lamp category of the NYCxDesign Awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. The Almond Lamp is available in a range of colors. It can also be produced at a variety of scales depending on material and lighting configuration. In addition, the design is well suited to a range of sheet materials, including select papers and polymers, with strong potential for wood and metal applications as well. Please contact us for details on specific finishes, sizes, and material options.
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No. When used with the recommended LED bulb, The Almond Lamp is designed for safe operation and should not pose a fire risk.
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The Almond Lamp is thoughtfully constructed to be both resilient and deconstructable. In the event that a portion of the shade is damaged, individual components can be replaced.
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At present, each Almond Lamp is made by hand. As the collection evolves, production will incorporate digital fabrication methods to achieve an even higher level of precision and consistency in each component.
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The Almond Lamp can be shipped either disassembled, with all components included for assembly, or fully assembled for an additional fee. Standard shipping and packaging rates apply.
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Yes. We welcome inquiries regarding both custom commissions and potential collaborations. Please reach out with additional details, and we would be glad to discuss the opportunity further.
Meet the Designer
Roooms.Design is the studio of Ryan Salas, whose background spans architecture, furniture design, industrial design, photography, and software. Rooted in a deep respect for craft, material behavior, and form, the studio brings together design thinking and hands-on making to create objects that feel both considered and alive, with a particular focus on furniture, lighting, and sculptural product design.