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Abstractly Symbolic Lamps

Pharrell Williams Creates His Own Take on the Iconic Bourgie Table Lamp

— May 22, 2014 — Art & Design
Pharrell Williams has been a busy guy as of late and one of his newest ventures includes lighting design. The unusual lamp was created as part of the 10th anniversary celebrations for the Bourgie table lamp by Ferruccio Laviani, where Kartell invited 19 designers to create their own unique interpretations of the lamps as one-offs. Pharrell was one of the five Americans asked to make a contribution to the project and there's no doubt that his take is a unique one.

When describing his lamp, Pharrell gets pretty deep: "I used a human arm to represent the will of mankind in the daily plight of escaping the 'shade' and the challenges of attempting to get closer to enlightenment."

If you happen to be in New York, Pharrell's artful lamp is on display for the week at the Kartell's SoHo showroom on Greene Street.
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Lighting Design - There's an opportunity to explore creative lighting designs that are not just functional but also visually appealing and thought-provoking.
2. Collaborative Design Projects - Opportunities exist in working on collaborative projects that brings together designers and artists from different backgrounds to merge their skills and create something unique.
3. Interpretive Design - An opportunity exists to create innovative and meaningful designs that go beyond the ordinary and are open to subject interpretation.
Industry Implications
1. Lighting - There is a potential to create a niche market for abstract and symbolic lighting designs that cater to an audience looking for both form and function in their lighting choices.
2. Fashion - Opportunities exist in creating lighting designs that are not just functional but also function as an accessory, complementing one's fashion choices.
3. Art and Design - There is an untapped potential in exploring the boundaries between design and art; creating pieces that go beyond functionality and serve as installations that elicit thought and emotion.
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