Turin, the iconic city for international sports culture, is once again hosting the 32nd edition of the Winter World University Games, organized by FISU, from January 13th to 23rd, 2025.
Rimani, a Turin-based company specialized in designing and producing innovative lighting solutions, has been selected by the Organizing Committee as a supplier to create the lighting structure for the brazier called “FARÒ-ÉIVA” and for “la Guarini”, the torch designed to represent the Games, helping to create a symbol that carries universal values and messages, involving young people, university students.
The design concept stems from the workshop “The Torch and Brazier for 2025: Designing the Winter Universiade” at the Polytechnic University of Turin, organized with the support of the CUS (Centro Universitario Sportivo Torinese) and FISU (International University Sports Federation), which involved 14 students from the Design degree program. The creativity of the future designers was inspired by the themes of material culture and the cultural history of the region, with a focus on the Baroque and Liberty architecture typical of the city of Turin, as well as an eye on environmental responsibility.
Rimani, a Turin-based company specialized in designing and producing innovative lighting solutions, has been selected by the Organizing Committee as a supplier to create the lighting structure for the brazier called “FARÒ-ÉIVA” and for “la Guarini”, the torch designed to represent the Games, helping to create a symbol that carries universal values and messages, involving young people, university students.
The design concept stems from the workshop “The Torch and Brazier for 2025: Designing the Winter Universiade” at the Polytechnic University of Turin, organized with the support of the CUS (Centro Universitario Sportivo Torinese) and FISU (International University Sports Federation), which involved 14 students from the Design degree program. The creativity of the future designers was inspired by the themes of material culture and the cultural history of the region, with a focus on the Baroque and Liberty architecture typical of the city of Turin, as well as an eye on environmental responsibility.
The themes of sustainable development, combined with the core values of sport, have guided the creation of the concept for the brazier “FARÒ-ÉIVA”. The name was chosen to reflect the exploration of themes such as material culture, territory, inclusion and cohesion, as well as the resources and energy of nature, especially water and fire. Fire and water are, in fact, the true protagonists of the project, elements that alternate in a unique display inspired by the tradition of bonfires (FARÒ) and waterfalls of water and ice (ÉIVA). Bonfires symbolize a collective ritual to celebrate the passage of time and seasons, while water represents the universal symbol of life.
The Torch, on the other hand, is a masterpiece of engineering and design, incorporating distinctive elements of sports traditions and Turin’s culture. The design is inspired by the Guarini Dome, one of the most original examples of Piedmontese Baroque, located at the Dome of Turin’s Chapel of the Holy Shroud. The Dome, among the most innovative works of this movement, is made up of concentric hexagons that rise upward across six levels, with baskets that allow light to enter, creating illusory plays of light and shadow. At the heart of the concept of "La Guarini", the concentric geometries of the Dome and the upward tension toward the light are reinterpreted.
“We are honored to have had the opportunity to contribute to such an extraordinary event as the Winter World University Games,” said Rimani’s CEO, Carlo Albano. “The creation of the Torch prototype was an experience that involved our entire team, and we are excited to have seen our work unveiled and shared with the world during the official presentation event.”
The Torch, on the other hand, is a masterpiece of engineering and design, incorporating distinctive elements of sports traditions and Turin’s culture. The design is inspired by the Guarini Dome, one of the most original examples of Piedmontese Baroque, located at the Dome of Turin’s Chapel of the Holy Shroud. The Dome, among the most innovative works of this movement, is made up of concentric hexagons that rise upward across six levels, with baskets that allow light to enter, creating illusory plays of light and shadow. At the heart of the concept of "La Guarini", the concentric geometries of the Dome and the upward tension toward the light are reinterpreted.
“We are honored to have had the opportunity to contribute to such an extraordinary event as the Winter World University Games,” said Rimani’s CEO, Carlo Albano. “The creation of the Torch prototype was an experience that involved our entire team, and we are excited to have seen our work unveiled and shared with the world during the official presentation event.”
Technically speaking, the torch is assembled into two main parts: the first includes the main metal body produced by Vibel Group S.r.l., while the second consists of the electric and electronic light body, skillfully crafted by Rimani.
Rimani has created the main cylindrical light body with an opal diffuser screen, housing 400 individually addressable RGB LEDs. These LEDs are positioned both inside the tube, facing outward, and upward towards the top dome to simulate a flickering flame effect. Special materials with unique optical properties further enhance this lighting effect. Additionally, a white LED is situated at the bottom of the handle, illuminating the spherical feature.
Rimani contributed to the creation of the brazier and the torch with a strong focus on environmental sustainability, particularly regarding energy consumption. The use of a widespread LED lighting system in both the brazier and the torch replaced the need for a gas flame, which generates smoke and has a negative environmental impact. The low power consumption and energy efficiency of the LEDs made it possible to finalize a project that, among its valuable elements, prioritizes energy savings.
Rimani has created the main cylindrical light body with an opal diffuser screen, housing 400 individually addressable RGB LEDs. These LEDs are positioned both inside the tube, facing outward, and upward towards the top dome to simulate a flickering flame effect. Special materials with unique optical properties further enhance this lighting effect. Additionally, a white LED is situated at the bottom of the handle, illuminating the spherical feature.
Rimani contributed to the creation of the brazier and the torch with a strong focus on environmental sustainability, particularly regarding energy consumption. The use of a widespread LED lighting system in both the brazier and the torch replaced the need for a gas flame, which generates smoke and has a negative environmental impact. The low power consumption and energy efficiency of the LEDs made it possible to finalize a project that, among its valuable elements, prioritizes energy savings.
Thanks to its low power requirements, a compact lithium-ion battery is used, making the Torch rechargeable. This innovation reduces waste and pollution associated with disposable, non-rechargeable batteries, promoting reusability. Despite its compact size and weight, the battery allows the Torch to operate at full power for approximately 1.5 hours, enabling the Torchbearer to cover longer distances with fewer interruptions compared to a gas-powered torch.
Furthermore, the Torch features a charge status indicator with 4 blue LEDs on the handle, a USB Type-C charging port following the new European Standard to minimize waste from multiple types of cables, and simplified interaction with a single-button operation (1 click to turn on, 2 clicks to turn off).
Rimani operates nationally and internationally, interpreting specific sector requirements and integrating sports among its fields of research and development. They consistently propose lighting solutions suitable for various contexts, including for the University Games.
Furthermore, the Torch features a charge status indicator with 4 blue LEDs on the handle, a USB Type-C charging port following the new European Standard to minimize waste from multiple types of cables, and simplified interaction with a single-button operation (1 click to turn on, 2 clicks to turn off).
Rimani operates nationally and internationally, interpreting specific sector requirements and integrating sports among its fields of research and development. They consistently propose lighting solutions suitable for various contexts, including for the University Games.
