Giaco con Me

Artemide Showroom Storefront Concept

Giaco con me is a project that creates an interactive dialogue between pedestrians and Artemide fixtures. This is achieved by using technology to anthropomorphize the Tolomeo desk lamp to mimic the movements of one's hands. The person then easily learns that the surrounding elements trigger the adjacent lamps to turn on. All the person has to do is to conduct the Tolomeo accordingly through simple gestures. The technology consists of a series of attenuated photo and infrared sensors that spiral around the Tolomeo lamp. The infrared sensors initially awaken the lamp into a come-hither routine. Upon interaction, signals are then transmitted to the ceiling mounted servo motors. Each motor has a thin line connected to each of Tolomeo’s joints, thereby allowing near infinite movement. Drawings and installation participation will follow. Utilizing technology to create an interactive dialogue speaks to Artemide’s core. Artemide prides itself on using contemporary technology married with high-quality design. Giaco con me embodies that philosophy and dares to engage the passer-by to discover more. with Bill Gastrock

Please walk quietly. Tolomeo is sleeping. The technology consists of a series of attenuated photo and infrared sensors that spiral around the Tolomeo lamp. The infrared sensors initially awaken the lamp into a come-hither routine.

You were too loud! The lamp is now awake. Upon interaction, signals are then transmitted to the ceiling mounted servo motors. Each motor has a thin line connected to each of Tolomeo’s joints, thereby allowing near infinite movement. Drawings and installation participation will follow.

Now the Tolomeo is demanding attention. Utilizing technology to create an interactive dialogue speaks to Artemide’s core. Artemide prides itself on using contemporary technology married with high quality design. Giaco con me embodies that philosophy and dares to engage the passer-by to discover more.

That's right, play with Tolomeo and its friends.

You see? Tolomeo follows your every move, Maestro.