# Sneaker Base Lighting The 6FT - 6IN Lamp by Grotesk is Made for the Playful Baller By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6ft-6in References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/lighting/a_lamp_worthy_of_all-star_nomination_grotesk_x_case_studyos_6ft_-_6in_24274.asp) & [casestudyo](http://www.casestudyo.com/2013/01/grotesk/) The 6FT - 6IN lamp is a hilarious light fixture made for ballers. At first it has an unassuming presence thanks to the [classic circular lampshade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toto-lamp) and thin stand. Nevertheless, as one's eyes travel down the length of the dual stands, they will note with surprise the [sneakers acting as the base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-sneaker-1). Modeled after a pair of classic Nikes, the 6FT - 6IN lamp could easily fit into a sneaker collector's home as well. Designed by Kimou Meyer (also known as Grotesk) for Case Studyo, a design studio based in Ghent, Belgium, the 6FT - 6IN lamp was produced in a limited edition of only 23, clearly a nod to Michael Jordan. Intended as a [table light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-lamp), the 6FT - 6IN lamp is packaged in what is made to look like a shoe box. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sneaker-inspired Lighting:** Opportunity for lighting companies to create innovative and playful lamp designs inspired by sneakers. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Potential for designers to create limited edition products that appeal to collectors and enthusiasts. - **Nostalgia and Pop Culture References:** Opportunity to capitalize on nostalgia and create products that reference iconic brands and cultural symbols. ### Who This Affects Most - **Lighting:** The lighting industry can explore new designs that incorporate unconventional and playful elements to attract customers. - **Design:** Designers can tap into the market of limited edition collectibles and create unique products that cater to passionate fans. - **Home Decor:** Incorporating nostalgic references into home decor items allows for the creation of unique and conversation-starting pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Basketball-Shaped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baller.md) - [Sneaker-Shaped Swimming Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneakerpool.md) - [Oversized Pen Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bic-lamp.md) - [Street Light-Inspired Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standing-lamp-marble.md) - [Sneaker-Inspired Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/markvonrama.md) - [Suspended Halo Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamplox-minimalist-floor-lamp.md) - [Pasta-Inspired Curvaceous Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neotenic-lamp.md) - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Sculptural Lunar Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonsetter-floor-lamp.md)