Building something without instructions might evoke sheer panic (or at least a few questionable design choices) for most of us. But for designer Yanran Li, it’s an open invitation to unleash creativity!
Enter her ingenious project: Lamp Building Plan—a concept that completely redefines how we think about product design. Instead of a rigid, step-by-step guide, this modular lamp system encourages users to let loose, experiment, and make their mark. It’s not about following rules but bending them, breaking them, and creating something uniquely yours. Whether you’re a first-time DIYer or a seasoned tinkerer, Lamp Building Plan transforms assembly into an art form.
Forget step-by-step instructions—Yanran Li’s Lamp Building Plan is here to shake things up. This isn’t just another DIY lamp kit; it’s an open invitation to unleash your inner designer and reimagine what a lamp can be. Here’s how it works: you get a handbook and a set of modular components. Sounds pretty standard, right? Wrong. The handbook doesn’t tell you what to do—it gives you creative prompts, nudging you to experiment, explore, and think way outside the box.
No strict guidelines, no cookie-cutter results. The outcome? A lamp that’s as unique as its creator. Some might look quirky, others sleek, but each tells a story of individuality and ingenuity. This approach flips the rigidity of traditional design on its head. While most assembly guides aim to simplify and standardize, they often rob us of the chance to innovate. By tossing out the rules, Yanran invites users to turn lamp-making into an adventure of self-expression.
What happens when a designer hands over the creative reins and simply watches? For her Lamp Building Plan, Yanran Li steps into dual roles—designer and observer—allowing participants to transform her modular materials into one-of-a-kind creations.
And the results? Mind-blowing. Each lamp tells a different story, a testament to the idea that creativity flourishes when rigid instructions are left behind. It’s not just about the process, though—the final products speak for themselves. These lamps aren’t confined to studios or galleries. In real-world spaces like hotels or homes, they adapt seamlessly to their surroundings, showcasing how modular design can marry art with functionality.
Meet the Designer: Yanran Li
Yanran Li is a designer with a rich background in industrial and Italian design. A graduate of Central Saint Martins with a Master’s in Industrial Design, she finds inspiration in conversations and collaborations across disciplines. Yanran’s curiosity and critical thinking allow her to explore the deeper meanings behind her projects, resulting in work that’s as thoughtful as it is innovative.
Her Instagram offers a glimpse into her world of creativity and exploration.
