# Customized Illumination Seeking more affordable decor, consumers turn to DIY lighting solutions. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Apr 28, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/customized-illumination ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Customized Illumination trend? **Customized Illumination:** While contemporary aesthetics continue to influence interior decor, the cost is unappealing to post-credit-crunch consumers, prompting alternative DIY approaches. Seeking affordable interior designs without sacrificing style, consumers are turning to customized sources of illumination to add personal, simple-to-make touches to practical pieces of everyday decor. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 19 to Aug 29, 2013 - Published: Apr 28, 2014 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Customized Illumination trend ### DIY Illumination As post-credit-crunch consumers seek affordable interior decor, DIY lighting solutions have become a popular trend. ### Minimalist Design With minimalist design techniques taking over mainstream culture, sleek and simple lighting fixtures have become popular. ### Industrial/Recycled Materials Using industrial and recycled materials like concrete and paint chips to create lighting fixtures has become a popular trend. ## What the Customized Illumination trend means for industry ### For Home Decor The home decor industry can capitalize on the DIY illumination trend by creating products and services that cater to the needs of post-credit-crunch consumers. ### For Design The design industry can capitalize on the minimalist design trend by creating products that incorporate sleek and simple lighting fixtures. ### For Sustainability The sustainability industry can capitalize on the use of industrial and recycled materials by creating products and services that promote the use of eco-friendly materials. ## Trend signals for Customized Illumination Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 50%, activity 74%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 50% - Activity: 74% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Customized Illumination trend 6 featured examples from Mar 19 to Aug 29, 2013. - [DIY Concrete Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-concrete-lamp): This Hanging Concrete Lamp Will Add an Industrial Appeal to any Room (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for home decor companies to create and market concrete-based lighting and decor products. - [DIY Industrial Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-geometric-pendant-lamp): The Copper Geometric Pendant Lamp by Meg Kemner is Stylishly Easy (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The home goods industry has been disrupted by the trend of DIY home decor, providing an opportunity for businesses to create products that cater to the at-home crafter. - [DIY Color Chip Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-swatch-chandelier): The Paint Swatch Chandelier Combines Crafty and Chic (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Home decor companies can offer DIY lighting kits to appeal to the growing trend of consumers looking to personalize their living spaces. - [DIY Gradient Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ombre-pendant-lamp): The Ombre Pendant Lamp Adds a Pretty Flair to Living Spaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is a need for cost-effective, DIY lighting options that can be customized to fit specific home decor styles. - [Yarn-Made Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yarnmade-lighting-solutions): This DIY Project Utilizes Ordinary Pieces of Yarn to Create Fixtures (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Innovate in the home decor industry by offering affordable DIY lighting solutions. - [Geometrically Curved Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceiling-lamp-design): Andreu Carulla Recycles Materials to Make a Ceiling Lamp Design (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity in integrating sustainability and artistry in lighting design. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)