The Department of Outstanding Origami is delighted by this folded paper bird lamp, called the Perch Light, created by Umut Yamac, an architect, designer and maker of kinetic works based in London.
"The Perch Light is a balancing sculptural light made of folded paper and brass. The lamp takes the form of an abstract bird which appears to be delicately balanced on its metal perch. The bird is illuminated through contact with the perch and this lets the bird balance and swing without any cables whilst maintaining luminance. The design was inspired by nature and in particular, the elegance and beauty of a bird sitting on its perch."
This beautiful handmade lamp is available as both a standing lamp and a wall-mounted fixture. The bird has been carefully counterbalanced so that it rests perfectly upon its perch. It can also swing back and forth in the wind or when touched. Click here to view the Perch Light in motion.
Photos by Tom Gildon
[via Design Taxi]