Ramus
Alex Brown - Rakumba Lighting
Concept Statement:
Conceived as an interlinking constellation of lights, Ramus is a system of independent luminaire modules that interconnect to form vast looping networks in planar or 3-dimensional space.
The extraordinarily compact junction nodes are configured to have up to 5 branch arms, and a choice of single or bi-directional LED illumination. In a unique departure from branching lighting vernacular, the Ramus branch division occurs at every light node, resulting in an unprecedented level of freedom to create personalised bespoke sculptural installations. An unconventional ability to link the structure back onto itself gives these arrangements the opportunity to form intermolecular style bonds that maintain strength across large arrays – resulting in a system that’s infinitely expanding, just like its cosmic inspiration.
The intent is to provoke a shared creative collaboration between the designer and client.
Project Specs:
Scale:
Modules: 80Øx60mm.
Arms: max. 2 metres between modules.
Light source:
dimmable integrated Tridonic LED, 3000K.
Single-sided module: 3W, 350 lm (module), ~250 lm (TTL)
Bi-directional module: 6w, 700 lm (module) ~500 lm (TTL)
Materials and finish:
Module body: die-cast aluminium, powdercoated, polished or custom plated
Arms: extruded aluminium, powdercoated, polished or custom plated
Diffuser: machined acrylic, sandblasted
Bio:
Rakumba started making beauty in 1968. Our team of Industrial Designers is Australian-based and internationally present. Our inspiration comes from anywhere and everywhere – our passions span far and wide. The intersection between design and craft is important to us. Our attention to detail and pursuit for perfection is what matters. We care about what we create. It’s not a philosophy, it’s pride.
Place of Origin:
Melbourne, Australia