Professional Lamp Design: Transform a Space with Light
A course by Vida Útil , Design and Lamp Manufacturing Studio
Learn the fundamentals of lighting and the key tools to create the ideal lamp for any space
Learn the fundamentals of lighting and the key tools to create the ideal lamp for any space
Industrial designer Laura Palacio is an expert in capturing the warmth of natural light by creating elegant lamps that imbue spaces with atmosphere and make beautiful memories. As the founder and director of Colombian brand Vida Útil, which has worked for clients such as El Corral, WeWork, and La Miguería, her mission is to transform spaces using the power of great lighting.
In this course, master the design tools to create your own contemporary-style lamp. Find out everything from how to draw your first freehand sketches to how to develop technical plans in an easy and dynamic way. Laura teaches you how to master lighting to generate pleasant, happy atmospheres in a any space.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 30 downloads
- 90% positive reviews (29)
- 2,076 students
- 16 lessons (4h 8m)
- 30 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe Photoshop
SketchUpWhat is this course's project?
Design a lamp for a space you want to transform. It could be for your home, your office, or if you work in the design, architecture, or interior design sectors you could even design a lamp for one of your clients.
Who is this online course for?
Designers, architects, interior designers, builders, and anyone who likes designing spaces.
Requirements and materials
To complete this course, you need some knowledge of spatial design and any design software or digital sketching tool.
Reviews
Laura Palacio is an industrial designer, director, and founder of Colombian brand Vida Útil. She has worked as a spatial designer, interior designer, collaborated on showcases for fashion brands, and designed furniture for the domestic, retail, and hospitality sectors.
In 2012, she founded a design and lamp manufacturing brand and with it discovered her passion as a designer: light. Her projects span everything from home lighting to hotels, restaurants, retail, offices, and spas. Her lamps and lighting solutions are versatile with a timeless and conscious aesthetic.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
The world of lighting
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Lighting types
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The color of light and types of bulbs
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Mood board and inspiration 1
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Mood board and inspiration 2
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Selection of materials and finishes
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Design sketches 1
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Design sketches 2
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U3
Design and production details
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Modeling in SketchUp and rendering
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Initial plan and estimated costs
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Model, mockup and prototype
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Final design, technical sheet and planning of series production 1
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Final design, technical sheet and planning of series production 2
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U4
The real transformation of your space
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How your lamp will look in your space
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How far can your design go
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FP
Final project
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Professional Lamp Design: Transform a Space with Light
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Meet expert teachers
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Adobe Photoshop
SketchUp
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PlusNo hay suficiente información técnica. No se mencionan las normas eléctricas. No hay etapas de producción. Simplemente combine los ingredientes preparados. Es como si se estuviera dando formación para promocionar la marca.
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rivas_bea
el curso está bien y da buenas referencias, pero he echado en falta se hablara de los diferentes elementos que podrían componer una lámpara más allá que la que se diseña en el curso.
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seajewel
Very interesting looking at lighting from this perspective, thank you very much!
femelati.arq
Muito inspirador e com ótimas referências do design. bem pautado na percepção do espaço e do quanto a luz poderá transformá-lo.
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marina_guacci
es un curso ideal para comprender de iluminación para cada lugar, formas y enfoques , realmente muy interesante, no es común.
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