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Moping Minimalist Lights

Geert Koster's Mate Floor Lamp Looks like It's Slouching Sadly

— March 17, 2011 — Art & Design
I blame IKEA commercials for personifying pieces of furniture so much so that when I look at the Mate Floor Lamp, I can see it moping around in sadness. I mean, it's hulking, slouched presence does give it an endearingly sad look, don't you think?

Designed by Dutch designer Geert Koster for the manufacturer Metalarte, the Mate Floor Lamp does more than inspire my empathy, however. It is a minimalist lighting fixture that would fit into virtually any living space with ease. Not only that, but it also features an interesting yet subtle protrusion near its base that comes in handy for hanging items such as its own cord.

Overall, I really like the Mate Floor Lamp and it is definitely a piece that will keep its users happy, despite its sulking appearance.
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Lighting Fixtures - The trend leans towards simple design and minimalist lighting fixtures that can fit into any living spaces.
2. Endearing Sadness Design - People are drawn to furniture pieces with endearing sadness designs such as the slouched Mate Floor Lamp.
3. Multi-functional Lighting Fixtures - There is an increasing demand for lighting fixtures that can serve multiple functions, such as the Mate Floor Lamp's protrusion for hanging items.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The minimalist lighting trend is an opportunity for interior designers to create spaces with a clean, modern and elegant look.
2. Furniture Manufacturing - Furniture manufacturers can explore designs with endearing sadness as it caters to consumers who value visual aesthetics.
3. Home Improvement Retailers - Home improvement retailers can offer multi-functional lighting fixtures such as the Mate Floor Lamp to cater to the consumers' demand for practicality and efficiency of products.
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