LUMO
LUMO is a portable lightbox system with invisible power connections and foldable modules. With its intuitive design, LUMO sets a new standard for how portable lightboxes can perform, whether at trade shows, in retail spaces, or in semi-permanent installations.
Existing lightboxes often fall short: they are bulky, have lots of loose parts, and often require tools for assembly. Spennare wanted a product that would stand out in terms of usability, portability, and design. The aim was to create a premium lightbox that was intuitive and quick to set up, with a minimal number of parts and no need for tools.
LUMO is a foldable, modular lightbox system designed with real-world use in mind. Built from hinged modules that fold out and combine into full-size displays, it allows for easy tool-free assembly. Its modularity makes it adaptable to various spaces and needs. All internal wiring is hidden, and electric connections are integrated into the module connections. Integrated LED lighting provides flawless, backlit visuals, elevating LUMO above standard lightboxes. Designed with a ”form-follows-function" mindset, LUMO sets a new standard for portable display systems.
Lumo features sturdy aluminum and plastic frames with a custom profile design for even light distribution.
Design process
The project began as a master’s thesis at Luleå University of Technology in collaboration with Spennare and Catino. We started by mapping user needs through interviews, field observations, and a review of existing lightbox systems. This revealed clear issues: complex setups, weak materials, and uninspiring design. These insights shaped a brief focused on simplicity, durability, and strong visual impact.
We generated a wide range of concepts through workshops, sketches, and quick foam and cardboard models to test setup flow and form. The most promising ideas moved into detailed development with hinged modules, internal wiring, and a clean aluminum housing.
After several prototype rounds, we improved speed, stability, and light distribution. Final testing refined tolerances, connectors, and finishes. The result became LUMO—an intuitive, robust system ready for the market.
