A bedside lamp intended for avid readers. Falling sand gradually dims the light, shutting it off once all of the sand reaches the bottom.
Interviews with avid readers and their partners showed that many readers fall asleep with the light on - a habit that interferes with getting a proper night's rest.
Various stages of concept sketching.
Form/lighting studies.
Exploded View.
As sand trickles down from the top chamber, it gradually reduces light in the room. A weight sensor shuts the light off once all of the sand reaches the bottom chamber.