Some people don't need an alarm to wake up for a meeting, but instead require something along the lines of the Surf Indicating Lamp. It is a light fixture that informs surfers of the weather and wave conditions for the day. Tapping into local news through Magic Seaweed, a surf forecasting website, the Surf Indicating Lamp provides quick and easily digestible data.
Designed by Max Ashford, an industrial designer based in Falmouth, United Kingdom, the Surf Indicating Lamp looks like a tissue box. Made out of cork and laser cut acrylic, the 'tissue' that rises from the box is actually meant to represent a wave. According to the designer, a "red light indicates the surf is flat, blue light indicates medium surf and green light indicates big surf."
Wave-Reporting Light Fixtures
The Surf Indicating Lamp by Max Ashford Informs People of Forecast
Trend Themes
1. Surf Forecasting - Developing technology or tools that provide accurate and easily accessible surf forecasting data to surfers.
2. Smart Lighting - Creating light fixtures that have the ability to display information or data in a visually intuitive way.
3. Outdoor Sports Technology - Incorporating technology in outdoor sports equipment or accessories to enhance the overall experience and safety.
Industry Implications
1. Surfing and Outdoor Recreation - Creating innovative products and services that cater to the needs of surfers and outdoor enthusiasts, such as surf forecast devices or interactive maps.
2. Interior Design and Lighting - Exploring the intersection of design and technology to develop smart lighting solutions that blend seamlessly into interior spaces.
3. Tourism and Travel - Integrating technology in tourist destinations to provide real-time information about local attractions, weather conditions, and activities.