# Frugal Lamp Design Bic Pens Light Fixtures By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-11-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frugal-lamp-design-cheap-pens-make-beautiful-light-fixtures References: [designyang.blogspot](http://designyang.blogspot.com/) By using the omnipresent disposable [Bic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bic-cristal-pen) ball point pen, enPieza designed some fascinating and dare I say, beautiful, [lamp shades and chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pell-chandelier). The use of orange-bodied pens bathes the room in a warm, flattering light, while the clear bodied fixtures make the room sparkle. enPieza is a group of designers who encourage you to “flick your Bic” in a new way. While we've featured this [eco-chandelier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection) before, the update was worth it because the new picture are truly impressive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling Design:** Using disposable items to create functional and beautiful items. - **Sustainable Lighting:** Designing lighting fixtures that are eco-friendly and use recyclable materials. - **DIY Lamp Design:** Encouraging individuals to create their own lamp fixtures using everyday materials. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor and Design:** Innovations in sustainable and eco-friendly design for home decor. - **Office Supplies and Stationery:** Collaborations between designers and office supply companies to create unique home decor items. - **Lighting and Fixture Manufacturing:** Producing sustainable and upcycled lighting fixtures for homes and businesses. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pencil Shaving-Inspired Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpener-lampshades.md) - [Fishnet-Made Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-mycreation-droplet-lamp.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Recycled Material Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-cleo-lamp.md) - [Orange Peel Waste-Made Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apeel.md) - [Elegant Axis-Mounted Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pendulum-lamp.md) - [Ecological Dual Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-light.md) - [Utensil Waste Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys.md) - [Recycled Paper Pulp Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-lamp1.md)