Unless you grew up or worked on a farm, chances are you won't recognize the inspiration behind Donna Bates' Parlour Lighting series. Bates is an Irish designer who grew up in a rural area. Her latest lighting series is inspired by glass vats found in milking parlors. The lights are actually made by the same folks who make the vats and are designed to look as realistic as possible.
Said realism comes in the form of measurement lines and shading that makes the bottom of the lights look as if they're filled with milk. There are six different lamps that make up the series. Donna Bates' work was on display at the recent Clerkenwell Design Week.
Milky Glass Vat Lights
Donna Bates' 'Parlour Lighting' Was Inspired by Dairy Farms
Trend Themes
1. Rural-inspired Lighting Designs - Creating lighting designs that draw inspiration from rural settings, such as dairy farms and milking parlors.
2. Realistic and Immersive Lighting - Designing lighting fixtures that mimic real-life elements, such as glass vats filled with milk, to create a more immersive experience.
3. Nostalgia-driven Home Decor - Tapping into nostalgic elements, like the design of vintage milk vats, to create unique and eye-catching home decor pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Opportunity to incorporate rural-inspired lighting designs into residential and commercial spaces, adding a unique touch to the overall interior decor.
2. Lighting Manufacturing - Potential to produce realistic and immersive lighting fixtures that mimic specific real-life elements, creating a niche market for consumers seeking unique lighting solutions.
3. Home Furnishings - Rise in demand for nostalgic home decor pieces, such as lighting designs inspired by dairy farms, providing an opportunity for manufacturers and retailers to cater to this market.