Of the sketch models I brought, I found the curved-folds and the pop-out diamond lamps the most promising. The shadows of the curved folds make for a surface that is visually interesting when the lamp is on as well as off. Simultaneously it also lacks a certain three-dimensionality; it is best viewed from a single direction and is quite unsightly from the sides.
The pop-out Diamond lamp appeals to me because of its simplicity. From the front, it appears to be a 3d half-diamond, but from the sides it is a simple 6x24 paper rectangle. The paper geometry also overs the wire structure and bulb completely. I have some reservations about its rigid looking aesthetic but otherwise happy with the paper shade's performance.
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Full Scale Model (8x24x6)
Front
Side
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Experimenting with Curved folds
1:4 Scale (Est. full size 12x18x4)
Front
Definitely needs less light to create dramatic shadows, kinda washed out here-
Back
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