LIGHT FIXTURES
Itmenaan
Crafted with a poetic balance of design and functionality, Itmenaan is a curated collection of lamps, lighting fixtures, and candle holders that exude timeless elegance. Designed during my internship with Opaque Studio, Greater Noida, India, this collection embodies the philosophy of serenity and meticulous craftsmanship.
Year: 2022
Type: Industrial and Furniture Design
Based on: Industry Understanding and Mnaufacturing


CONCEPT
Itmenaan is a collection of lamps, lighting fixtures, and candle holders, handcrafted with sustainable, organic materials. Designed during my internship at Opaque Studio, it reflects the studio's commitment to eco-friendly craftsmanship. Blending functionality with sleek, minimalist aesthetics, Itmenaan enhances ambient mood and seamlessly integrates into any household, offering both utility and elegance.
Why this project?
CAUSE
During my summer internship at Opaque Studio, I worked on a project that reflected my passion for sustainable design. Known for crafting unique furniture and home décor, Opaque Studio emphasizes upcycling, eco-friendly materials, and waste-conscious principles. This experience allowed me to explore innovative, sustainable design approaches while contributing to their vision of creating functional, artistic, and environmentally responsible products.
Illuminate Life, Sustainably.
Crafting sustainable lamps, fixtures, and candle stands blending Indian craftsmanship, wood, and clean aesthetics.


BRAND UNDERSTANDING
Opaque Studio is a product design studio specializing in handcrafted furniture, home decor, and accessories. Driven by a passion for design and upcycling, the studio transforms creative concepts into unique, sustainable works of art. Using eco-friendly, renewable, and natural materials, Opaque Studio emphasizes a waste-free approach to craft an extensive range of thoughtfully designed products.
CUSTOMISATION WITH PERFECTION - UPLIFTING TRADITIONAL ARTISAN - HANDCRAFTED WITH LOVE - ORGANICALLY SUSTAINABLE
Evaluating industry channels and providing strategic insights to design components for the new collection, while also contributing to the creation of impactful social media campaigns.

Clientele: Women + Men: 25+ - Working Professionals in India - Theme: Bohemian, Mid Century
Outline
BRAND UNDERSTANDING
Aim: Rooted in sustainability, the studio embraces waste-free principles to craft functional, low-maintenance designs. They deliver organic, eco-friendly products made from natural materials such as terracotta, wood, jute, cotton, and cane.
Trend and Research: Preference for Multifunctional Designs. Opaque aesthetic is pared down and minimal, which is not an accident. Uncomplicated forms and different finishes with very little applied decoration are easier and more convenient to manufacture.
Colour Story: Opaque’s Color theory pins down to Earthy tints & Shades, Minimal yet elegant. It deals with various Finishes such as Burned, Blasting, Sandblasting, Mosaic & Crakel. Different Cane & Bamboo weaves are named Double Victoria, Six Way, and many more.

Design Library
IDEATIONS
Visual Guide
MATERIAL THEORY
The Three main primary Materials used in Opaque are Cane, Bamboo, and Teak wood. There are various other materials that the company indulges in including Terracotta, Glass, Jute, Neem Wood, Tree Bark, and Plywood.