The New Old Light is like a cross between a traditional Chinese lantern and a modern pendant lamp, hence its simple yet clever name. By combining the two, the light fixture manages to create a twist on both. Nevertheless, the final design is still classic and simple, which is one of the main reasons people are attracted to the two lamps in the first place.
Designed by KIMU Design, a studio based in Taiwan, the New Old Light adds texture to the modern metal element while bringing an industrial feel to the paper part. Interestingly, the latter serves a bigger purpose. When pulled down, it helps provide a directional light as opposed to an ambiant glow when raised.
The New Old Light is set to make its debut at Pulse 2013.
Lantern-Like Pendant Lamps
The New Old Light by Kimu Design is Traditional and Industrial
Trend Themes
1. Traditional-industrial Fusion - The New Old Light combines traditional Chinese lantern elements with modern pendant lamp design, creating a fusion of traditional and industrial aesthetics.
2. Texture-enhanced Lighting - The New Old Light introduces texture to metal-based pendant lamps, offering a visually interesting and unique lighting experience.
3. Directional Lighting Innovation - The New Old Light incorporates a movable paper part that allows for directional lighting when pulled down, adding a functional twist to pendant lamps.
Industry Implications
1. Home Lighting - The New Old Light disrupts the home lighting industry by offering a unique fusion of traditional and industrial design elements.
2. Product Design - The texture-enhanced lighting trend introduced by the New Old Light creates opportunities for product designers to explore new and creative approaches to lighting design.
3. Interior Design - The directional lighting innovation of the New Old Light opens up possibilities for interior designers to incorporate functional and visually appealing lighting solutions into their designs.