Luma
Bronze 2025

Luma

by Colin Heston for Heston Design

Luma is a backpack made using a patented 3D knitting process that reduces material waste and simplifies production. Unlike traditional cut and sew methods, this approach produces fully shaped components directly from digital patterns with minimal waste and labor. The backpack is constructed from single strands of 100% pre-consumer recycled nylon, helping to lower energy use, emissions, and material waste. Luma's design is informed by nature and aims to offer a balance of function and sustainability through a streamlined minimalistic form.

Questions & Answers

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1

What patented production method is used to create the seamless components of the Luma Backpack?

Answer

Luma Backpack uses a patented 3D knitting process to create its seamless components.

2

What material are the knit components of the Luma Backpack made from?

Answer

Luma Backpack knit components are made from 100% pre-consumer recycled nylon.

3

By what percentage does the Luma Backpack production process reduce energy use?

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Luma Backpack production process reduces energy use by 45%.

4

What is the patent number for the Luma Backpack design?

Answer

Luma Backpack has patent number US10959506B2.

5

Over which years was the Luma Backpack research and development conducted?

Answer

Luma Backpack research and development was conducted from 2021 to 2025.

6

How many different yarns can be used within a single knit component of the Luma Backpack?

Answer

Luma Backpack can use up to 36 different yarns within a single knit component.

7

Which design award did the Luma Backpack win in 2025?

Answer

Luma Backpack won the Bronze A' Fashion and Travel Accessories Design Award in 2025.

8

What percentage reduction in greenhouse gas emissions is achieved by the Luma Backpack’s production?

Answer

Luma Backpack production process reduces greenhouse gas emissions by over 30%.

9

What ergonomic features ensure even weight distribution in the Luma Backpack?

Answer

Luma Backpack features shoulder straps and a back panel knit with low stretch mesh structures to disperse weight and improve ergonomics.

10

What types of external attachment points or webbing does the Luma Backpack include?

Answer

Luma Backpack features integrated webbing for gear loops.

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