3D Printed Lampshades

3D Printed Lampshades: Intricate Shapes and Novel Patterns

3D printing technology enables a designer to create some amazing intricate  shapes that can not be made in conventional methods. 3D printed lampshades are everywhere, and designers increasingly discover the possibilities to merge light with 3D printing. When it comes to designing novel lampshades, a designer now can easily create patterns and light-paths allowing light to pass through certain areas, masked or dimmed – thus creating a specific mood or generating a warm and comfortable atmosphere. [vsw id="3PnKBSOulwo" source="youtube" width="425" height="344" autoplay="no"]

Design a 3D Printed Lampshade Yourself

Above 's a nice explanatory movie of Autodesk. Fusion 360 Evangelist, Taylor Stein walks us through the steps to design a 3D printable lampshade for an off-the-shelf lamp cord. A variety of available 3D printing materials encourages light and material play. Make your own today!