Inspired by the implicit beauty Asian paper could create in interior design (Tanizaki 1977), the cultural and historical value it bears, and its sustainable papermaking process, this research intends to apply Asian paper’s aesthetic and sustainable value in luminaire design. This is an exploratory and project-based study, which includes four steps. The first step investigates different types of Asian paper, their characteristics, and their visual qualities when interacting with light. The second step examines what is available in the market with similar materials in case studies. The third step follows the prototype making with the focus on design for the circular economy. The fourth step concludes the study with an in-depth discussion on sustainability, and in particular, the significance of the application of the circular economy in the lighting industry. The objective is to promote Asian paper as a sustainable material, which is beneficial for creating good light for modern interior lighting design.