# Solar-Powered Cobalt Lights The Jeroen Verhoeven 'Butterfly Chandelier' is Stylish and Sustainable By Emily Evans | Published 2011-06-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeroen-verhoeven-butterfly-chandelier References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/the-virtue-of-blue-a-solar-butterfly-chandelier-pics.html/) & [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/24/solar-powered-butterfly-chandelier-is-a-fluttering-mass-of-art-a/) The current eco-conscious movement has people rethinking the way they live and what they support, and eco-lovers are sure to love the Jeroen Verhoeven 'Butterfly Chandelier.' This chandelier designed by Dutch-born designer Jeroen Verhoeven comes in a gorgeous cobalt blue color. The Jeroen Verhoeven 'Butterfly Chandelier' manages to merge beauty with nature in its use of 500 butterflies made from photovoltaic cells. These tech-savvy cells promote sustainable solar-powered energy and reflect light. PSFK stated that "the amazing artwork simulates the illusion of insects gathering together toward a bright and cozy light source." Not only is this Jeroen Verhoeven 'Butterfly Chandelier' stunning, but its ability to incorporate solar-powered technology and photovoltaic cells proves that merging technology and art can create truly beautiful items. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-conscious Living:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly products that merge sustainable technology with art and design. - **Solar-powered Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative solar-powered solutions for various industries, such as lighting and energy. - **Tech-savvy Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and design to create aesthetically pleasing and functional products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable technologies into home decor products, such as lighting fixtures. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate technology into art and design, creating visually captivating pieces. - **Renewable Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative solar-powered solutions for the renewable energy industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solar-Powered Floral Garden Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tree-house.md) - [Sunlight-Mimicking Panelled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunne-lamp.md) - [Energy-Producing Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ya18-stool.md) - [Ecological Dual Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-light.md) - [Immersive Solar-Powered Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8-minutes-and-20-seconds.md) - [Sculptural Contemporary Chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volant.md) - [Solar Energy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michael-jantzen-2.md) - [Algae-Based Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chandeliers-sconces.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md)