Year
Designer
Contributions
Tools used
Jimmy Wang
Timothy Koh
2026.
July. - Sep.
CMF Design
Concept Development
Industrial Design
Prototype Manufacture
Product Photography
BRIEF.
SOLIS is a bedside light that enhances nighttime reading while serving as a cue for people who want to reduce phone use before bed.
71%
of U.S. adults use their smartphone within an hour before bed.
58%
of adults under 50 tried to reduce their smartphone use before bed.
-Sparks, Christopher, “Association Between Technology Use and Sleep: Examination of Population Data from National Sleep Foundation.” SLEEP, May 2024.
-Bishop, William, Olivia Sidoti, and Monica Anderson. “About Half of Americans Say They Spend Too Much Time on Their Smartphone.” Pew Research Center, 1 Sept. 2026,
Concept Statement.
CMF Concept Development
SOLIS represents calm, and relaxation. Color and material direction inspired by sunset.
CORE VALUE: Create experience associated with rest, reflection, and personal time.
Intimacy
Memory
Inward
Restorative
Belonging
PANTONE 412 C
PANTONE 4031 C
PANTONE 7518 C
PANTONE 1788 C
PANTONE 7403 C
PANTONE 7515 C
PANTONE 6020 C
PANTONE 1235 C
PANTONE 1685 C
PANTONE 4715 C
PANTONE 4685 C
PANTONE 4625 C
PANTONE 2028 C
PANTONE 1235 C
PANTONE 1815 C
Color explorations helped defining emotions. We moved on to form development to support the experience.
Form and Color inspirations.
Process.
Form iterations, precise dimensions, and manufacturable assembly through prototype testing.
Sketches & Mechanically engineered by Timothy Koh
Acrylic Fade Combos.
Accessories.
Overall Visuals.
I explored different color combinations, surface textures, and material finishes across iterations. This process helped identify the direction that best matched the mood.
Color Testing.
I selected color samples based on the renders to compare how each color appeared in person.
Goal: See the colors in person, ensuring mood, and manufacturing color accuracy.
Material & Finish.
Soft, low-gloss materials and muted tones create a cohesive CMF palette. A faded acrylic accent adds a warm, sun-like focal point without disrupting immersion.
Precision evaluations.
Components brought to manufacturers to clarify details.
Reviewing dimensions, parts, color samples, and materials with manufacturer.
Manufacturing.
Outcome.
Final components.
Photo credit: Nicholas Bouffard
