# Mod Attic Illuminators Captain Hook Lamp is a Chic Rendition of an Unsophisticated Light Fixture By Amelia Roblin | Published 2012-06-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-hook-lamp References: [blog.2modern](http://blog.2modern.com/2012/06/dan-mcmahons-captain-hook-lamp.html) & [danisyoursoulmate](http://www.danisyoursoulmate.com/Captain-Hook-Lamp) The Captain Hook Lamp reminds me of the sort of basic hanging lightbulb that you'd find the middle of a basement storeroom, in a cobwebbed attic or down in a dark cellar. It's assembled using fairly simple components like a wire, a fixture, an incandescent light globe and a metal cage, protecting it from smashing if the pendant lamp is swung into something. But Dan McMahon's prototype isn't just that simple. The cord is made of high quality metal links that allow it to bend and curl. The fixture is sculpted with elegant contours and reveals a gorgeous wood grain. The strong wire cage was soldered and installed securely, and a thoughtful snag on the Captain Hook Lamp was included to enable one to catch it onto a loop on the ceiling, the wall or a shelf of particular interest. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 16% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycling Lighting:** Designers are rethinking lighting fixtures with new materials, shapes and configurations. - **Sustainable Interiors:** Consumers are becoming more eco-conscious and are seeking sustainable alternatives for home decor. - **DIY Lighting Kits:** Growing demand for customizable and affordable lighting solutions is fueling the DIY lighting kit market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The trend towards unique, sustainable lighting fixtures offers opportunities for designers and manufacturers to capture market share. - **Construction:** The DIY lighting kit trend presents opportunities for hardware stores and home improvement retailers to expand product offerings. - **Environmental Services:** Service providers specializing in the recycling and repurposing of materials can capitalize on the upcycling lighting trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soft Rope Lampshades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hat-collection.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Monkey Knot-Integrated Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-knot-pendant-lamp.md) - [Dripping Faucet-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-light-fixture.md) - [Fishnet-Made Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-mycreation-droplet-lamp.md) - [Elegant Axis-Mounted Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendulum-lamp.md) - [Minimal Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-lamp.md) - [Industrial Contemporary Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shop-light.md) - [Retro-Tinged Compact Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lari-mini.md)