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Rubber Band Lighting

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Niamh Barry's Fouette Pendent Light Provides an Ambiant Glow

— August 26, 2011 — Art & Design
The Fouette pendent light looks like a bunch of interconnected rubber bands that have been given a luxurious makeover. Although the idea might seem eccentric, the result is far from that. Instead, it is quite sophisticated and stylish.

Created by Dublin-based design studio Niamh Barry, the Fouette pendent light provides a soft ambiant glow rather than strong, direct illumination. More artistic than practical, this type of illumination is becoming of the design as a whole. Perfect for contemporary homes as well as offices, these glowing elliptical rings will surely impress guests immensely. The Fouette pendent light is all that is needed in a any given space to truly make an impact.
Trend Themes
1. Rubber Band Lighting - The trend of unconventional lighting fixtures made to look like rubber bands presents an opportunity for companies to create more artistic and stylish illuminations.
2. Soft Ambient Glow - The trend of using soft ambient glow instead of strong direct illumination presents an opportunity for companies to create lighting fixtures more focused on ambiance than practicality.
3. Elliptical Rings - The trend of using elliptical rings in lighting fixtures presents an opportunity for companies to create designs that are simple yet stylish, perfect for contemporary homes and offices.
Industry Implications
1. Lighting - Companies in the lighting industry that create unconventional and stylish lighting fixtures can capitalize on the trend of using rubber band designs and soft ambient glow.
2. Interior Design - Companies in the interior design industry can incorporate rubber band lighting fixtures and soft ambient glow lighting to create stylish and unique spaces for their clients.
3. Architecture - Architectural firms can incorporate unique lighting fixtures such as the Fouette pendent light into their projects to add a touch of style and sophistication to the design.
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