# Tinted Glassware Lighting The Artek Light Pays Tribute to Finnish Designer Tapio Wirkkala By Meghan Young | Published 2015-07-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artek-light References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2015/07/artek-pays-tribute-to-tapio-wirkkala-with-colored-glass-lampshades/) & [artek.fi](http://www.artek.fi/products/lighting) The recent Artek Light collection could be likened to [jewelry for the home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1). Simple yet visually striking with its [tinted glass shade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upglas-collection) and geometric form, the design is one that would elevate the look of any home or office. Since the Artek Light collection pays homage to the 100th anniversary of the birth of renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala, that should come as no surprise. Since Wirkkala was known for his work with high end glassware, sculptures or jewelry, it's only natural the Artek Light collection would make a bold statement as well. Available in three different hues -- amber, blue and grey -- the [pendant lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warp-lamp) are actually the re-release of his original design dating back to the 1960s. It's interesting to note how timeless the look still is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tinted Glassware Lighting:** The use of tinted glass in lighting fixtures adds a visually striking element to home and office decor. - **Geometric Form Design:** The incorporation of geometric forms in design creates a modern and stylish aesthetic. - **Re-release and Revival:** The re-release of vintage designs presents opportunities to reintroduce iconic products to a new generation of consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The use of tinted glassware lighting presents innovative opportunities for home decor brands to create unique and visually stunning lighting fixtures. - **Furniture and Interior Design:** Geometric form designs can disrupt the furniture and interior design industries by offering sleek and contemporary pieces that appeal to modern consumers. - **Vintage Design and Collectibles:** The re-release and revival of vintage designs can create a niche market for collectors and enthusiasts looking for iconic and timeless pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Archetypal Conical Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragile-lamp.md) - [Candy-Colored Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-ii.md) - [Retro-Tinged Compact Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lari-mini.md) - [Crystal-Celebrating Light Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/port-light.md) - [Light-Manipulating Tableware Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iitala.md) - [Physics-Based Artful Light Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-collection-1.md) - [Whimsical Joint Lighting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/port-collection.md) - [Glass Geometry Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-collection.md) - [Stealthy Pendant Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warp-lamp.md)