# Clothes Pin Lamps David Olschewski Creates Something Uniquely New Out of the Old By Meghan Young | Published 2010-02-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-olschewski References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/02/08/objects-repurposition/) & [davidolschewski.de](http://www.davidolschewski.de) Although Trend Hunter has featured quite a few products that are labeled [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-nordberg-1) for their recyclable nature, David Olschewski’s [repurposed collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames) is, I feel, quite unique. Taking actual objects that were made for one purpose use (i.e. shovels) and creating something just as useful but entirely different is not only clever, but also pretty chic as well. Although simply altered (well, perhaps not the [clothes pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rewear-chair)), David Olschewski’s designs become instant statement pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Repurposed Design:** Repurposing everyday objects into new and useful designs presents a innovative and eco-friendly trend. - **Upcycling:** Upcycling products provides an opportunity for unique and sustainable design. - **Sustainable Home Decor:** Creating sustainable decor from repurposed objects presents a growing trend for eco-conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry has an opportunity to incorporate sustainable design into their products. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The eco-friendly products industry can capitalize on the trend of repurposed and upcycled designs. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The sustainable fashion industry can incorporate repurposed objects and designs into their clothing lines for a unique and eco-friendly element. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Utensil Waste Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys.md) - [Recycled Material Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-cleo-lamp.md) - [Discarded Theater Screen Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discarded-theater-screen.md) - [Clothespin-Inspired Mechanical Pencils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentapa.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Recycled Paper Pulp Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-lamp1.md) - [Ecological Dual Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-light.md) - [Repurposed Electric Scooter Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism-collection.md) - [Handmade Lamp Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/see-earth.md)