15/09/2026
I’m pleased to share that my lamp 💡unilinen has been assessed by VAND International, against their new Design for People standard.
VAND Score: 69/100�Assessment date: September 7, 2026�Reference: VA-2026-0107
After my first nomination in 2016 for "Design & Design" in the product category, > Unilinen < is a lamp made with natural flax fibre, exploring how a natural, plant-based material can become both the structure and the skin of a light.
The VAND standard requires a score of 70 or above for certification, so unilinen came just one point short.
And I’m actually happy to share that result.
For me, design is not about presenting only the finished and perfect story. It is also about accepting evaluation, questioning choices, and continuing to improve.
This assessment gives me another perspective on unilinen and on the relationship between material, manufacturing, function, environmental impact and people.
One point short today.�Perhaps one step closer tomorrow.
Thank you to VAND International for taking the time to assess the project and for contributing to a more thoughtful conversation around design.
unilinen -> Benoit Béal Designer
https://www.benoitbeal.com/design_graphisme/Design-luminaire/Lin/Luminaires-en-lin-naturel-design-Benoit-Beal.php