The Good Night Lamp

For the last few years I’ve been going on about the Internet of Things is going to change the world, and how connected devices can enrich our lives.

One of the people I’ve been working with over that time, on a variety of projects, is Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino.

Alex is a brilliant designer who really understands the nuances of connected devices, and we share a belief that the Internet of Things will only truly take off when it reaches everyday people and not just the geeks. So when she asked me to get involved with her latest project, the Good Night Lamp, of course I was interested.

Making connected devices that normal people, rather than geeks, want to use isn’t an easy task. They won’t put up with a complicated UI just so they can use the gadget, so we have to design and build a technology project that isn’t about the technology. And as we’re creating something that we want people to accept into their homes it also needs to be beautiful.

Whilst there’s lots still to be done I think we’re on course to create something really lovely, as you can see from the video below.

However, unlike in the software world, turning a prototype into a finished product takes more than just hard work. We need to get PCBs designed and manufactured, sort out the assembly process for the lamps, pass certification tests, etc. All of which will require investment. So, if you’d like to help, it would be awesome if you could back our Kickstarter campaign or tell your friends about it. Or both…

Thanks. I’ll report back on how things progress.