“Light of a New Day”
The word “Albore” comes from “dawn” and conveys a clear and positive concept such as the beginning of a new day.
IN A DIFFERENT WAY
Green technology
We have identified fused filament 3D printing as our manufacturing solution, in fact it reduces design time and allows us to produce our designs on demand, avoiding storage and waste of resources.
INITIAL SKETCH
Brainstorming
At this early stage, the idea and possible formal and functional developments are discussed.
DIGITAL PROJECT
Design in 3D
We proceed with 3D modeling of the initial prototype, and after continuous testing and modification, we arrive at the final solution.
DIGITAL FABRICATION
Additive solution
Our 3D printing technology is called FDM, an additive process that builds objects layer by layer, reducing waste by about 90 percent compared to subtractive methods.
INNOVATIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP
Finishing or smoothing
The molded parts, depending on the version of each lamp, are finished or sanded completely.
QUALITY CONTROL
Hand assembly
We assemble the various parts of our lamps and carefully check them one by one.
INITIAL SKETCH
BRAINSTORMING
At this early stage, the idea and possible formal and functional developments are discussed.
DIGITAL PROJECT
Design in 3D
We proceed with 3D modeling of the initial prototype, and after continuous testing and modification, we arrive at the final solution.
DIGITAL FABRICATION
Additive solution
Our 3D printing technology is called FDM, an additive process that builds objects layer by layer, reducing waste by about 90 percent compared to subtractive methods.
INNOVATIVE CRAFTSMANSHIP
Finishing or smoothing
The molded parts, depending on the version of each lamp, are finished or sanded completely.
QUALITY CONTROL
Hand assembly
We assemble the various parts of our lamps and carefully check them one by one.
NATURAL MATERIALS
Sustainable materials
PLA is a sustainable bioplastic made from renewable natural resources such as corn starch. We use this filament to make our different inversion lamps.
FINISH
Layer Version
For this version we use colored filaments, without the addition of varnish. This allows us to enhance the texture of the printing layers more.
FINISH
Layer Version
For this version we use colored filaments, without the addition of varnish. This allows us to enhance the texture of the printing layers more.
Finish
Natural version
The PLA used is composed of about 50 percent wood or stone dust, which is derived from waste from other processing. Because of this, the appearance of the lamps remains natural, with no added varnish.
FINISH
Smooth Version
Printed parts appear glossy because they are sanded completely and painted with water-based colors .
FINISH
Smooth Version
Printed parts appear glossy because they are sanded completely and painted with water-based colors .
ALBORE DESIGN
Be inspired
One of our greatest challenges is to give a language to each of our creations. Form and function are intertwined in an essential design that creates a strong physical and emotional interaction.
ALBORE DESIGN
About Us
We first encountered 3D printing about 8 years ago and were immediately fascinated by its endless formal possibilities.
Then we shifted our attention to the possibilities that 3D printing offered at the production level, and so we created our first collective: ZM Design Lab.
This first experience allowed us to launch the first product and to improve the entire production process, leading to the creation of a real sustainable design brand, through which we want to present the advantages of an alternative production method.
From an ‘idea of Jacopo Mandarino (yellow sweatshirt) and Mirko Maletta (black sweatshirt).