# Glowing Futuristic Candle Replacements The 'Ether Light' is a Modern Candle Alternative By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ether-light References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/10/29/modern-days-answer-to-the-candle-stick/) & [nott.design](https://www.nott.design/) Nearly every aspect of the average home is being given a tech-focused update as consumers become more accustomed to widespread connectivity, so the 'Ether Light' is a system that acts as a modern alternative to [traditional candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflet). Designed by Serhii Hotvianskyi of Nottdesign, the light consists of a circular base that is capable of being paired with nine 5W light rods that will begin to glow upon coming into contact with it. This creates something of a futuristically elegant aesthetic that can be used in place of [candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woaw-collection-by-nader-gamma) to offer warm light that is safe to keep on for extended periods and that highlights the principles of [wireless conductivity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-powers). The 'Ether Light' is free of visible buttons to let users "light" the sticks by simply putting them in contact with the base. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wireless Candle Alternatives:** The 'Ether Light' demonstrates how traditional candles can be replaced with wireless, safe, and modern alternatives. - **Connectivity-focused Lighting:** The increasing tech-focused updates in homes open up an opportunity for connectivity-focused lighting like the 'Ether Light'. - **Futuristic Aesthetic Lighting:** The 'Ether Light' showcases how a futuristically elegant aesthetic can be achieved with innovative lighting design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Lighting Industry:** The lighting industry can incorporate wireless, safe, and aesthetically pleasing alternatives like the 'Ether Light' to redefine modern lighting design. - **Home Decor Industry:** The home decor industry can tap into the growing trend of connectivity-focused alternatives like the 'Ether Light' to offer new and innovative products to their customers. - **Smart Home Industry:** The smart home industry can adopt products like the 'Ether Light' to enhance ambient lighting, improve connectivity, and offer users more convenience in controlling their home lighting. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candle-Inspired Lightbulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velaflame.md) - [Smart Candle-Warming Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-candle-warmer-lamp.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Candle Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-candle-lamps.md) - [Romantic Modern Lighting Sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wick-s.md) - [Hollow Candle-Like Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lampe.md) - [Naturally Inspired Digital Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magma-lamp.md) - [Modular Wax Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-soft-solids.md) - [Flame-Free Candle Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-candle-warmer-lamp.md) - [Plant-Based Wax Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-solids-1.md)