# Alphabetic Concrete Lamps The Flos Table Light Frames Replicate the Shapes of Letters By M | Published 2016-04-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-frames References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2016/04/28/vincent-van-duysen-casting-concrete-lamps-flos-milan-design-week-2016/) & [vincentvanduysen](http://vincentvanduysen.com/) The [Flos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flos) table lights designed by Vincent Van Duysen are made using [concrete casting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nau-design) to replicate the shape of letters from the alphabet. The lamps come in a variety of shapes and sizes, using a pillar design to create a cascading shadow on work surfaces, desks and table tops. The [modular design of the lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aplat) creates a utilitarian and simplistic aesthetic that can be seamlessly added to any home or workspace. The lamps make use of the various letters of the alphabet such as 'I' and 'C' to create curved and angular lights with a concrete shade. The use of a solid material in the shade ensures that the light is angled downwards to create a spotlight. The lights are then coated in oxidized metals for a rustic finish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Alphabetic Concrete Lamps:** Opportunity for designers to create unique lighting fixtures using concrete and alphabet-inspired designs. - **Modular Lighting Design:** Opportunity to develop customizable lighting solutions that can be easily integrated into different spaces. - **Industrial Rustic Finishes:** Opportunity to explore the use of oxidized metals and rustic finishes in various design applications. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate unique lighting fixtures into residential and commercial spaces. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer concrete lamps as trendy and stylish lighting options. - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to use modular lighting designs in their projects to enhance the overall aesthetic and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Geometry Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polyshape-lamp.md) - [Adjustable Playful Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flos.md) - [Organically Shaped Shadow Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loops-lamp.md) - [Archetypal Conical Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragile-lamp.md) - [Perforated LED Table Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lume.md) - [Hollow Candle-Like Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lampe.md) - [Elegant Metal Perforated Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreshadow-table-lamp.md) - [Simplistic Angular Desktop Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-table-lamp.md) - [Volcanic Stone Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foscarini-lava-lamps.md)