# DIY Desk Lamps This Plywood Light Was Designed to Be Assembled by the User By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-05-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desk-lamp References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/04/30/a-puzzling-lamp/) & [geekcook](http://www.geekcook.com/product-349-index.html) Over the past couple hundred years, the process of design has largely been shifting away from consumer involvement; however, products like this [DIY desk lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatpack-timber-lamp) stimulate the participation of the user in its making. Sure, the average Joe would not know how to wire a light fixture or accurately cut all necessary components, but the possibility of assembling its structure is within the feasible domain. The GeekCook Pixar Lamp can be purchased in a kit with a couple dozen pieces, mostly made from [precision-cut plywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hilight-lumenforge). All necessary holes have been drilled, enabling the amateur manufacturer to [fit everything together like a puzzle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aplat). This DIY Desk Lamp would appeal as a great project for children and older youth, as well as adults with interests in small hands-on challenges. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **User-assembled Products:** Opportunity for businesses to create products that can be assembled by the end user, increasing engagement and customization. - **DIY Consumer Participation:** Businesses can tap into the growing trend of consumers wanting to play an active role in the creation and customization of products. - **Hands-on Challenges:** There is an opportunity for businesses to create products that offer hands-on and engaging experiences for both children and adults. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture and Home Decor:** Furniture and home decor companies can explore the market for user-assembled products, allowing customers to customize their pieces and increase user engagement. - **Educational Toys and Games:** Businesses in the educational toys and games industry can develop products that provide hands-on challenges and stimulate creativity in children and adults alike. - **DIY Craft and Hobby:** The DIY craft and hobby industry can embrace the trend of consumer participation by offering kits and materials for assembly, catering to the growing demand for customization and personalization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interconnecting Component Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-table-lamp.md) - [Customizable Minimal Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-delta-lamp.md) - [Geometric Nostalgic Night Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmaid-table-lamp.md) - [Gothic Wooden Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-table-lamp.md) - [Animation-Inspired LED Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animationinspired-led-lamp.md) - [Bamboo-Inspired Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-desk-lamp.md) - [Foldable Wooden Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-folding-lamp.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp.md) - [Air Balloon-Inspired Lamp Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-balloon-lamp.md)