Exhibited at the recent Design Indaba conference in Cape Town, the Moonbasket Lighting certainly made an impact. Beautiful designed ceiling lamps, I can't imagine that it wouldn't.
Designed by Dani Le Roy and Laura Summs, the Moonbasket Lighting collection was created in a mere six months. Completely crocheted, it nevertheless looks as though made form wicker at a quick glance. Hand-knit, all of these pieces are made right in Cape Town.
Crocheted Globe Lamps
The Moonbasket Lighting Created by South African Craftswomen
Trend Themes
1. Handcrafted Lighting - This trend highlights the growing popularity of handmade lighting fixtures, presenting an opportunity for artisans and crafters to create unique and customizable designs.
2. Crochet Techniques - The use of crochet in design is gaining traction, providing an innovative approach to creating unconventional and visually appealing products.
3. Local Artisanal Crafts - The rise in interest for locally crafted products opens up a market for artisans from different regions to showcase their skills and traditions.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate handcrafted lighting fixtures into their projects to add a touch of uniqueness and personality to spaces.
2. Textile and Fiber Arts - This industry can explore new applications for crochet techniques in product design, creating innovative textile products.
3. Socially Responsible Retail - Retailers can tap into the demand for locally made artisanal crafts and promote ethical and sustainable consumption.