TouchLight

The main intended application for the TouchLight is the kitchen area of small micro-apartments, which are expected to become more common in the future, especially in Asian countries. However, when considering the concept further, the light can also be used throughout the apartment in different living areas, supporting a minimalist lifestyle. The light can move with the user and is no longer fixed to a single location or dependent on a cable. Another key feature of the TouchLight is its resistance to water and its high level of hygiene: the electronics are fully enclosed within the light’s casing, with no button seams or crevices.

During the research phase, many portable lighting solutions were identified, but none offered maximum portability while using inductive charging. By using inductive charging, the light does not require exposed contacts, plugs, or a dedicated charging station. The use of magnets—combined with inductive charging on various surfaces throughout the apartment—was highly inspirational and became a key aspect of the concept.

In the first phase, I explored a wide range of shapes and interaction principles, many of which were complex and highly diverse. I decided to set these ideas aside for later development and instead focus on realizing a functional prototype with a simple form. Together with the technical staff at Rehau AG, I developed this prototype to demonstrate the interaction concept and to ensure that the lamp could fit into a wide range of environments and personal tastes.

One idea for further developing the TouchLight is the integration of a solar panel to charge the light module and enhance its portability. Thanks to inductive charging, the charger does not need to be integrated directly into the light module. Different sizes of the light could be attached to outdoor products such as backpacks or tents, with the solar panel facing outward for charging. At night, the light could then be used wherever needed as a portable lighting solution.

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