LUMI Home Media Center


ACCD term 3  · Personal Project ·  12 Weeks
Consumer Electronic  ·  Smart Living



LUMI is a visionary home media center designed for modern solo living. As home offices and streaming entertainment rise in popularity, LUMI seamlessly integrates a projector, indoor lighting, and a smart media hub into one elegant device. It projects images onto walls, ceilings, or desktops, adapting to various viewing preferences.

When not in use as a projector, LUMI functions as a stylish floor lamp, enhancing both ambiance and practicality. Inspired by the natural action of turning off lights before using a projector, LUMI simplifies the transition from a well-lit space to an immersive cinematic experience. With intuitive controls, users can effortlessly switch between ambient lighting and entertainment, eliminating the need for multiple devices. Whether setting the mood, enjoying a movie night, or refining home aesthetics, LUMI offers a refined, space-saving solution for the future of personal media centers.




Macro Trends




More Single-member Householders

With the rising trend of single-member households, it is ever more important to design products that consider the practicality and user experience of small spaces or users who live alone.


Changing of Life Style

Factors like the pandemic have driven the "stay-at-home economy," increasing the demand for home entertainment and working devices.


Raising of Streaming Media

Online video streaming services such as Netflix and YouTube are gaining popularity worldwide, producing various contents that will be available in wider screen formats for smart devices.




Existing ways to set up a projector




Ceiling Mounting

Need to install structure on the ceilingAffects interior layout


Projector Stand

  • It takes up extra space in the living room when not in use
  • Installation and removal require extra steps


Desktop Placement


  • Occupies limited desktop space and easily knocked over
  • Limited angle of change





Existing Projectors on the market

I analyzed the high-end projectors on the market. They can provide a great experience for home theaters, but most of the projectors on the market are square box-shaped, which makes them look professional and cold.


Inspiration


Users will naturally turn off the lights in the room before using the projector. In that case, why not design a concept that combines a floor lamp with a projector that turns on and turns off at the same time?




User Segments

Who are potential user of a “lamp projector”?




Home Entertainment Enthusiasts

They watch movies, play games, and create content at home, pursuing immersive experiences


Creative Professionals & Designers

They need flexible and adjustable projection equipment, but many traditional projectors can only project onto one wall.


Urban Solo Dwellers

They live in compact apartments, pursuing a minimalist lifestyle and efficient use of space.

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Moodboard




Sketches




Final Concept





Meet,
LUMI Home Media Center






Features







Rotate angle range from -45 to 90
Project from your desk to the roof




Details



Use as a projector



Use as a projector on coffee table


Use as ambient light





Demo Prototype Making














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