# Astro-Inspired Sculptural Lighting Nika Zupanc Designs the Elara Suspension Lamp for Lodes By Amy Duong | Published 2023-01-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elara-suspension References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/elara-lighting-connotes-astronomy-greek-mythology/) & [redirect.viglink](https://redirect.viglink.com/?format=go&jsonp=vglnk_167277973900010&key=6ab1d62aaf9dbafae96546ba3ca1b2ac&libId=lcf1gzqk0100x1tt000DLqchcbr0l&loc=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Felara-lighting-connotes-astronomy-greek-mythology%2F&v=1&out=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lodes.com%2F&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fdesign-milk.com%2Fcategory%2Fhome-furnishings%2Fpage%2F10%2F&title=Elara%20Lighting%20Connotes%20Astronomy%20%2B%20Greek%20Mythology&txt=%3Cstrong%3ELodes%3C%2Fstrong%3E)  Slovenian designer Nika Zupanc creates the new Elara suspension lamp for the Italian lighting company [Lodes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lodes). It is made up of two metal rings that come together at a dynamic angle to create a light and beautiful silhouette, replicating the look of floating in orbit. The [geometric design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caleide) is inspired by astral movements and planets, delivering a minimal aesthetic. Zupanc speaks about the design, stating that it is “Named after the [eighth largest moon of Jupiter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-phase-lamp), it is here to bring magic with its simplicity, where the impression of a drawing of two circles and a ‘satellite’, becomes an exciting 3-dimensional lightning experience, that, due to its design, power, and smartly engineered lighting source, forms a heart and spirit of Elara.” Image Credit: Lodes ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Astro-inspired Lighting:** Opportunity to incorporate celestial-inspired designs into lighting products for a unique and captivating aesthetic. - **Geometric Design:** Incorporating geometric shapes and angles into product design for a modern and minimalist look. - **Smart Lighting Technology:** Integrating advanced lighting technology to enhance the functionality and sustainability of lighting products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Opportunity to incorporate celestial-inspired lighting into interior design for a futuristic and visually stunning aesthetic. - **Home Decor:** Incorporating geometric shapes and angles into home decor design for a modern and sophisticated look. - **Lighting Manufacturing:** Integrating advanced lighting technology to create sustainable and efficient lighting products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Solar System-Inspired Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmooval.md) - [Moon-Inspired Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lua.md) - [3D-Printed Mood Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbyt.md) - [Suspended Halo Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamplox-minimalist-floor-lamp.md) - [Astronomical Concept-Inspired Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copernica.md) - [Structural Two-Part Lighting Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luno-lamp.md) - [Otherworldly Lighting Fixture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otherworldly-lighting-fixture.md) - [Comet-Inspired Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oort.md)