# Historic Building Home Decor The Eiffel Tower Lamp and Taj Mahal Table are Classically Modern By Jonathon Brown | Published 2012-12-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eiffel-tower-lamp References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2012/12/05/tour-eiffel-and-taj-mahal-by-studio-job/) & [studiojob.nl](http://www.studiojob.nl/) This Eiffel Tower lamp ad Taj Mahal table put classic, historic structures in common, everyday places. Both products of Belgian artists [Studio Job](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-lamp1), these pieces were recently presented at [Design Miami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draga-aurel1), which is a "global forum for design" that happens twice annually. The most recent five day conference was held in Miami, with another set for June in Switzerland. The Eiffel Tower lamp is a brilliant adaptation of the French landmark that will act as an [elegant conversation piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-x-flos). The Taj Mahal table literally flips the script by putting the magnificent Indian palace underneath the table. The Eiffel Tower lamp is made of patinated bronze and has a polished bronze lampshade attached to the bent tower top. The Taj Mahal table is also made of patinated bronze. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Historic Architecture Home Decor:** As more people become interested in classic architecture, there is an opportunity for designers to create innovative home decor inspired by famous landmarks. - **Functional Art:** Artists and designers are developing functional pieces that also act as visually appealing conversation starters, like the Eiffel Tower lamp and Taj Mahal table. - **Global Influences on Design:** Designers are looking beyond their immediate surroundings for inspiration, incorporating historically significant architecture from around the world into their products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can create a new segment of architectural-inspired products that mix functionality with visually appealing design. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore new ways to create functional pieces that also serve as conversation starters, like the Eiffel Tower lamp and Taj Mahal table. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate functional art, like the Taj Mahal table, into their decor to create unique and visually appealing experiences for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Futuristic Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-table-lamp.md) - [Traditional Tower-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pagoda-lamp.md) - [Classic Architecture-Inspired Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monumental-collection.md) - [Vertical Formed Lighting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tower-lighting.md) - [Architecturally Elegant Desktop Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juba-tl1-table-lamp.md) - [Elegant Compact Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-table-light.md) - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Simplistic Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellevue-lamp.md) - [Illuminating Stone-Made Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nau-design.md)