# Action Figure Lighting Evil Robot Designs Create Chic Superhero Lamps By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evil-robot-designs References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2011/11/gallery-childho.php) & [evilrobotdesigns](http://www.evilrobotdesigns.com/) People will look at Evil Robot Designs’ lamps and immediately be reminded of their childhood past. There is something classy about these pop culture-ridden lights that will definitely appeal to a wider demographic than first believed. Available in three solid colors (red, black and white), these Evil Robot Designs lamps have transformed these childish playthings into a relatively sophisticated, hipster sculpture. From Star Wars action figures to [Pixar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animationinspired-led-lamp) characters and G.I. Joe men, Evil Robot Designs uses a slew of different toys to create these lamp bases, giving them an almost Michelangelo-like aesthetic. Available in four models, Evil Robot Designs’ [lamps are definitely a must-have](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toto-lamp). They would be perfect to satisfy that inner child as a gift for loved ones this upcoming Christmas season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pop Culture Lighting:** Companies can explore the creation of stylish lighting fixtures that incorporate popular childhood characters and action figures. - **Toy-based Home Decor:** Companies can create unique and eye-catching home decor pieces using toys and action figures as a base. - **Recycled Toy Art:** Companies can explore the use of recycled toys and action figures to create art and decor that appeals to both children and adults. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore the use of popular culture and toys to create unique and stylish lighting fixtures and decor items. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturing companies can partner with artists to create unique and limited edition toys and decor items that cater to both children and adults. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore the use of recycled materials, such as toys and action figures, to create unique and sustainable art and decor pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animation-Inspired LED Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animationinspired-led-lamp.md) - [Playful Brick-Born Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-lamps-1.md) - [Human-Made Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-not-a-robot-lamp-collection.md) - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp.md) - [Futuristic Totemic Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-relics.md) - [Adorable Cartoon Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-and-adorable.md) - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Quirky Cartoon-Like Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flash-furniture-series.md)