Letong (Fiona) Xu is an Industrial and Product Designer working between China and Canada, blending necessity, craftsmanship, and sensory experience. The nomo Project is a lighting collection that sets a gentle rhythm to remind users of presence and the passage of time. The collection includes a table lamp and a floor lamp that pair tactile materials and Arduino-based digital technology. Rhythmic, gradually shifting light creates a soothing, meditative atmosphere that encourages awareness of natural bodily cycles and reinforces a psychological boundary between work and rest. Minimalist wooden bases and softly diffused shades invite touch while integrating technology seamlessly into the objects.
The nomo Project is a unique lighting collection designed to remind us of presence by setting a gentle rhythm in our everyday lives. Instead of just providing illumination, nomo aims to create a tangible sense of time passing. The collection features two types of lamps: a table lamp and a floor lamp. Both pieces combine tactile materials with Arduino-based digital technology, resulting in objects that are as much about feeling as they are about function.
At the heart of nomo is the use of rhythmic, gradually shifting light. This isn't just a visual effect. The changing light creates a soothing, almost meditative atmosphere that helps users become more aware of the natural cycles of their bodies. By reinforcing a psychological boundary between work and rest, nomo encourages a healthier daily routine and a deeper connection to one's environment.
Fiona's design stands out for its focus on presence and reflection. The collection's minimalist wooden bases and softly diffused lamp shades provide warmth and a tactile quality that invites touch. The physical form is simple and unpretentious, allowing the experience of the light itself to take center stage. The digital components are seamlessly integrated, making technology feel like a natural part of the object rather than an intrusion.
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