Simultaneously cool and (a little) creepy, Lifegoods‘ AT-AT Walker is a tribute to Star Wars, ‘inspired by the “walking vehicle” of “The Empire Strikes Back” Star Wars episode V.’ For non-aficionados, walkers are the fictional vehicles from the Star-Wars universe that transverse the landscape on mechanical legs. AT-AT is a specific variant, an All Terrain Armored Transport “used by the Old Republic and the Galactic Empire for ground assault or transport” (thanks Wikipedia).

AT-AT Walker. Designed by Lifegoods.

Large and four-legged, the sci-fi inspired wooden lamp reinterprets the Galactic Empire’s dog-like robotic killer into a tall, slick and sophisticated design object (a precious lamp) defined by its tall legs and glowing drawer. Showcased at the [D3] Design Talents show at IMM Cologne, AT-AT Walker could be mistaken for a very tall nightstand, but its ‘drawer’ reveals a light when pulled out. The drawer functions as a dimmable sliding light: becoming brighter as it opens and lacking light when closed.  AT-AT Walker was designed by Swiss product design consultancy Lifegoods for Ormond Editions of Geneva, the contemporary design gallery through which Richard Hutton’s Cloud Chair was also produced. Whether you’re a Star Wars devotee or ignoramus, you ought to appreciate this cool piece.

AT-AT Walker was produced as a limited edition of 8 pieces, as is standard with Ormond Editions. The lamp is available in walnut, mahogany or ebony and measures 174 cm in height (though it is also available in 222 cm and 74 cm versions). Price available upon request. via weheart