layered acrylic and opal glass sphere define dreamy lớp lighting
Vietnamese furniture and lighting brand BằNG presents Dreamy Lớp, the latest evolution of its award winning Lớp sculptural lighting collection. Developed by co-founder and creative director Thomas Bình-Minh Vincent, the lamp builds on the original concept of a sphere floating within layered material. The piece continues the brand’s workshop driven approach, where form emerges directly from materials and fabrication processes.
The design centers on a precise assembly of translucent acrylic sheets separated by polished inox spacers, creating consistent gaps that establish rhythm and depth. At the core, an opal glass sphere emits soft, diffused light that contrasts with the sharper geometry of the layered structure. As light passes through the acrylic, reflections of the sphere appear across the layers, creating the illusion of movement within a stationary object.
when lit, reflections of the sphere materialize on the acrylic layers
Thomas Bình-Minh Vincent creates award-winning lamp
Dreamy Lớp introduces an iridescent finish that refracts light into subtle color variations. The surface produces soft, rainbow toned shadows that extend beyond the object itself, giving the lamp an almost immaterial quality. As light and viewing angles change, the sphere appears to float within a haze of shifting hues, reinforcing the sense of motion and depth.
The name ‘Dreamy’ draws from an atmospheric sky observed over Saigon, where sunlight scattered into soft gradients of color. This reference informs the lamp’s visual effect, translating a fleeting environmental condition into a controlled lighting experience. The result is an object that balances precision with a more atmospheric, perceptual quality.
The lamp extends beyond its form, projecting color gently into its surroundings
modular use and repairable design in BằNG light
Designed for versatility, Dreamy Lớp can be placed in multiple orientations and scales, adapting to different interior contexts such as homes, cafés, and galleries. The construction remains intentionally accessible, allowing users to repair and maintain the object without specialized tools. A standard bulb ensures easy replacement and long term usability.
Part of a collection recognized with international awards including the Archiproducts Design Award and German Design Award, Lớp has also been featured in institutions such as the MoMA Design Store and Centre Pompidou Boutique. Dreamy Lớp extends this lineage through a continued focus on craftsmanship, material exploration, and durable, long lasting design.
In hand, the lamp becomes a tool for shaping atmosphere through light
Internationally recognised with five design awards — including the Archiproducts Design Award, German Design Award, and MoMA’s historic Prize Design Award
Dreamy Lớp with dichroic shifting hues, casting striking and unexpected shadows in natural sunlight
In sunlight, Dreamy Lớp casts soft dichroic shifting colors across nearby surfaces, colorful shadows
A statement piece with striking colorful shadows, even when off
Gradients unfold across surfaces as light passes through stacked layers, creating motion
Its iridescent surface refracts light into subtle color variations, casting a soft, rainbow-toned shadow that extends the piece beyond its physical form.
Versatile in use, Lớp can be placed in different orientations, adapting to various spaces and needs
Dreamy Lớp balances bold presence with a quiet, minimal form
Curated for the Centre Pompidou Boutique Paris, MoMA Design Store New York and Vitra Museum Store in Germany, Lớp stands as an iconic and distinctive piece.
project info:
name: Dreamy Lớp
designer: Thomas Bình-Minh VINCENT
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edited by: claire brodka | designboom
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