CinderGlow
Lighting Design, 3D Fabrication, PhotographyGrowing from Where It Breaks
While walking through Altadena, a community deeply impacted by the Eaton fire, I found a broken branch and placed a light where it had split—letting warmth shine through the damage. I focused on capturing the balances wood-like texture with natural movement, creating a quiet sense of calm, safety, and strength.
Printed from the Burnt
In the future, these lights could be 3D-printed using recycled wood from fire-damaged trees, giving them a second life in a sustainable way.
From Thought to Form
From branches to chopsticks, I experimented with various objects and light sources to preserve the triangular glow, maintaining a sense of lightness and delicacy.
Precision in Glow
One of the challenges I faced was finding the right position and angle for the lights, as well as selecting a delicate light source. The goal was to keep it bright enough to illuminate the form, without glaring into people’s eyes.
Beneath the Surface
The prototyping process included 3D modeling, printing, sanding, spray finishing, and soldering. The main focus was finding a clean, seamless way to conceal multiple wires.
Former Attempt
Before exploring multiple extensions, I began with a single, simple form. I focused on using material contrast to express the idea of resilience, where tension between elements reflects quiet strength and endurance.
