Artist statement

The motto "Amaze, Delight, and Inspire" guides every aspect of my work.

As a designer-artist, I craft collectible, one-of-a-kind lamps that bring magic and individuality to exclusive interiors.
These creations are more than functional objects; they are works of art, designed to captivate both the imagination and the intellect.
Inspired by the fusion of poetry and technology, I aim to evoke reflection, spark curiosity, and leave a lasting impression.

Through the thoughtful interplay of shapes, materials, and innovation, I strive to create timeless pieces that transform spaces into extraordinary environments.
These lamps are meant to be cherished not only for their functionality but also for their ability to provoke thought and stir emotion.

With a background in both art and engineering, I embrace the belief that art and functionality are not opposing forces but complementary ones.
My designs bring these elements together, creating unique, purposeful objects that resonate deeply with those who encounter them.

David Salamon, designer-artist

Commissioned by

Bosch
Porsche Hungaria
House of Music Hungary
IT University of Copenhagen Media Art & Design
Museum of Transport Hungary
Smile Foundation

As Seen In

Elle Decoration
Stockholm Furniture Fair
Dezeen
Berlin Design Week 2024
Octogon Architecture & Design
9th Art-Craft-Design Auction

Biography

Awards and Recognition

2025Cultural Radiance Project, Berlin (light art residency)

2024Master of Light Award  (awardee) / 'A Fény Mestere 2024'  (különdíj)

2024HFDA Talents 2.0 Program (selected participant)

2023Zagreb Design Week Award (finalist)

2023'Best of 2023' Award, Design Institute, Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (awardee)

Group Exhibitions

20249th Art-Craft-Design Auction exhibition – Budapest, Hungary

2024Berlin Design Week / "Inner Space" – Berlin, Germany

2024HOMEDesign – Budapest, Hungary

2024Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair – Stockholm, Sweden

2023Zagreb Design Week, Award finalists exhibition – Zagreb, Croatia

2023S/ALON Budapest interior design exhibition – Budapest, Hungary

2023360 Design Budapest – Budapest, Hungary

2023MOME Masters Exhibition – Budapest, Hungary

Commissions

2025Sas Gardens: Public Art Installation – Budapest, Hungary

2024Onyx: Kinetic Art Installation and Lightscape (with LumoConcept and EJTECH) – Budapest, Hungary

2024House of Music: Interactive Installation – Budapest, Hungary

2023City of Debrecen: Public Art + Interactive Installations – Debrecen, Hungary

2023IT University of Copenhagen: Interactive Installation – Copenhagen, Denmark

2023Smile Foundation Award Sculpture: Collectible Art Concept – Budapest, Hungary

2022Museum of Transport: Interactive Installations – Budapest, Hungary

2022Bosch: Kinetic Art Installation Concept – Budapest, Hungary

2022Porsche Hungaria: Kinetic Art Installation Concept – Budapest, Hungary

2021Bosch: Outdoor Installation Concept – Budapest, Hungary

Education

2023MA in Design – Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design, Budapest

2021Foundation Diploma in Spatial and Industrial Design – Corvin Art School, Budapest

2014BSc in Computer Engineering – Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Budapest