Hedda Torgersen, a student at the Bergen Academy of Art and Design, designed the 'Boo Lamp,' an anthropomorphic light intended to resemble a "long-legged character."
The porcelain head is balanced on lanky legs, fashioned from solid ash, making it seem as though it's mid-step. The legs are able to stay so slender because they are reinforced by internal metal rods, which provide strength, support and stability. The cord is unique due to its textile coating, made from polyester, and available in several different colors.
The anthropomorphic silhouette was inspired by a simple doodle that quickly evolved. Torgersen explains that she's modeled many designs after her drawings. The Boo character embodied in the lamp is one she got especially attached to, especially when it came to life in 3D form.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Anthropomorphic Lighting
- Design cute lamps with exaggerated human-like features to appeal to customers who value creativity and novelty.
- Textile-coated Cords
- Use polyester-coated cords in various colors to improve the aesthetics and functionality of lamps and other electronics.
- Designs Inspired by Doodles
- Incorporate doodle-inspired designs to create unique and playful products that resonate with customers looking for unconventional and distinctive pieces.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Lighting
- Develop lighting products that feature anthropomorphic designs and unique textile-coated cords to offer customers a fresh and charming alternative to traditional lamps.
- Furniture
- Incorporate anthropomorphic lighting as part of a product line for furniture to offer creative and fun options for home decor.
- Consumer Electronics
- Utilize textile-coated cords in the design of consumer electronics such as headphones, chargers, and speakers to provide a colorful and distinctive appearance.
