Navicula
Navicula
About Navicula
Navicula is inspired by microscopic diatoms which live in water and produce 50% of the air we breathe. The light is crafted from strong, multi-layered bamboo plywood creating a natural skeletal skin. The tensile form is lit internally by an LED strip which emits a soft upwards glow of light. Navicula is ideal for a dining table, lounge, foyer, reception or as a sculptural lighting feature. In 2016 Navicula won a Gold Best award and in 2017 a Good Design award. Navicula featured in the Grand Designs New Zealand 'Floating Beach Bach' in 2020.
Please note: Painted options of Navicula are generally cut to order with a lead time of up to 8 weeks. If you need your light urgently, please email us for current stock levels: info@davidtrubridge.com
- Shipped in environmentally friendly packaging.
- Easy assembly at home via PDF or online video.
- Three sizes.
- 12 Standard colour options (custom colours on request).
- Comes with suspension wires, integrated LED strip, driver and ceiling canopy.
- Intended for dry interior spaces.
Navicula Small Close Up
Navicula Small Bamboo
Cleaning the Coastlines
A donation from each sale of this light goes directly to Sustainable Coastlines who will use it wisely on projects focused on looking after our oceans.
Kitset Design
Shipping as kitset vastly reduces the harmful effects of moving items around the globe.
Made in New Zealand
Aotearoa, or New Zealand as it's known globally is a beautiful, lush green country. Kiwis are known as inventors, great sportspeople, world-class filmmakers, environmentalists, record-breakers and also for world leading art and design.
Available in Colours!
This light is available in our full colour range! From bone-like white to bright popping colours (including Black) selecting colour for your light can bring your space to life!
See this light in your space
Simply scan the code (iPhone) or select Google Lens (Android) in your camera options. This will take you directly to the AR experience. To change size, go back to our website and select a different size and repeat.
Technical Information
About
Navicula is inspired by microscopic diatoms which live in water and produce 50% of the air we breathe. The light is crafted from strong, multi-layered bamboo plywood creating a natural skeletal skin. The tensile form is lit internally by an LED strip which emits a soft upwards glow of light. Navicula is ideal for a dining table, lounge, foyer, reception or as a sculptural lighting feature. In 2016 Navicula won a Gold Best award and in 2017 a Good Design award. Navicula featured in the Grand Designs New Zealand 'Floating Beach Bach' in 2020.
Please note: Painted options of Navicula are generally cut to order with a lead time of up to 8 weeks. If you need your light urgently, please email us for current stock levels: info@davidtrubridge.com
- Shipped in environmentally friendly packaging.
- Easy assembly at home via PDF or online video.
- Three sizes.
- 12 Standard colour options (custom colours on request).
- Comes with suspension wires, integrated LED strip, driver and ceiling canopy.
- Intended for dry interior spaces.
Dimensions
Small
Width: 570mm (22”)
Height: 200mm (8”)
Length: 1440 mm (57”)
Weight: 2kg (4.4lb)
Medium
Width: 900mm (35”)
Height: 380mm (15”)
Length: 1950mm (77”)
Weight: 3kg (6.6lb)
Large
Width: 1000mm (39”)
Height: 450mm (18”)
Length: 2500mm (98”)
Weight: 6kg (13.2lb)
Packaging
Small
1130mm x 750mm x 90mm (44” x 30” x 4”)
Volume: 0.076m3 (2.7ft3)
Weight: 6kg (13.2lb)
Medium
1130mm x 750mm x 90 mm (44” x 30” x 4”)
Volume: 0.076m3 (2.7ft3)
Weight: 7kg (15.4lb)
Large
1280mm x 925mm x 130mm (50” x 36” x 5”)
Volume: 0.154m3 (5.4ft3)
Weight: 13kg (28.7lb)
Lamp
LED Strip (Tridonic)
2700K (Warm White)
Dimmable
CRI: 90
24 Volts DC
LED ceiling facing
5000mm Cord Length
5000mm Stainless trace
Materials
Plywood (components)
Nylon (Clips)
Aluminium (Used in heatsink)
Polycarbonate (Used in LED diffuser)
Steel (screws)
Stainless Cables
Led Strip
Finishes
Bamboo
White (one or two sides)
Black one side (inside or outside)
Black two sides
Pink
Blue
Orange
Red
Aqua
Lime
Custom
Installation
5m / 15ft Cordset
2 x 5m Suspension Wires
Awards
Best Award, Gold, 2016
Good Design Award, Chicago Atheneum, 2017
GOOD Design Award, 2021
Pauanui beach home
Case Study
This Pauanui beach home proudly displays its owners’ Polynesian heritage through well-considered architectural moves. The home features our Navicula Feature Pendant.
There is a sense of rightness, of belonging, that some houses manage to capture and this collection of pavilions on a waterfront site in Pauanui does just that. Buildings that reflect place and culture will always have this advantage.
How do I choose a light?
Not sure which light to buy? We can give you some advice about designs and sizes. Our lights are a larger than other options on the market, and are intended to be large features. Being thin plywood, they look much smaller once they are installed too and our clients often say they'd wished they'd gone slightly bigger. Read our full FAQ section by following the arrow below.
Get Inspiration
Need a bit more help? Our main range of kitset lights come in different colours and sizes. Sometimes the options can be too hard to choose. Our inspiration gallery will hopefully clear up any doubts in your mind by offering imagery from a wide range of possible lighting situations.
