German design studio Kaschkasch was inspired by an Italian cartoon character, Calimero, when designing the 'Cap Table Lamp' for Normann Copenhagen. The cartoon, which began as a mascot for selling soap and later became a Japanese series, is a chicken who wears an egg shell for a hat.
The Cap lamp features a geometric base and semi-spherical shade reminiscent of Calimero's egg shell; it is made from steel but covered in a matte finish. Nomann Copenhagen's CEO Poul Madsen explains, "The shade can be rotated, making it possible to direct the light. It can function as a reading lamp or to create mood lighting."
Kaschkasch designers Florian Kallus and Sebastian Schneider wanted the lamp to have a colorful personality in order to evoke an emotional response. In other words, they hope that the lamp's personality will help consumers identify with the product.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Cartoon-inspired Lighting
- Creating lighting designs inspired by cartoons can add a fun and unique element to home decor and lighting products.
- Personality-driven Products
- Designing products with a distinct personality can help establish an emotional connection with consumers and differentiate from competitors.
- Geometric and Modular Lighting Design
- Exploring geometric and modular designs for lighting products can offer versatility in directing light and customization options for consumers.
Sectors Adopting This
- Lighting
- This trend can be applied to the lighting industry, introducing new designs and materials that appeal to home decor enthusiasts.
- Home Decor
- Cartoon-inspired lighting can be targeted towards the home decor industry, offering unique and playful products for consumers.
- Product Design
- Designers can explore personality-driven design in product design, creating a competitive edge with products that connect emotionally with their consumers.
