# Illuminated Building Blocks Light Stax Electric Light Blocks Provide a Playful Look and Feel By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-03 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-stax-electric-light-blocks References: [holycool.net](http://www.holycool.net/light-stax-electric-light-blocks/) & [perpetualkid](http://www.perpetualkid.com/light-stax-electric-light-blocks/) To help children to [learn about electricity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-science-kits) and connectivity while still having fun, the Light Stax Electric Light Blocks make the perfect addition to any bedroom or playroom. Designed like any other [building blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockitecture-frank-lloyd-wright) you might see, the Light Stax Electric Light Blocks hold an innovative secret; when placed on the compatible base, the blocks will instantly light up. When one block touches another, it will also light up, which offers a fun, interactive experience for kids, or adults who love quirky, [modular design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stak-modular-lamp). Coming with 12 blocks to a set, the Light Stax Electric Light Blocks is battery-operated or able to be plugged into an outlet and can be built in anyway desired for a totally unique design aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Building Blocks:** Opportunity to create interactive building blocks that combine education and play. - **Modular Design:** Opportunity to develop modular design products that can be customized and rearranged. - **Electricity Education:** Opportunity to create educational toys that teach children about electricity and connectivity. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create educational and interactive toys. - **Home Decor Industry:** Opportunity to incorporate modular lighting design into home decor products. - **Education Industry:** Opportunity to develop educational tools that make learning about electricity fun and engaging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Cubic Wall-Mounted Light Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanoleaf-blocks.md) - [Playful Brick-Born Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-lamps-1.md) - [Building Block Tech Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-charger-platform.md) - [NFC-Enabled Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-building-blocks.md) - [Big Apple Toy Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/machi-town-new-york.md) - [Customizable Hexagonal Desk Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cololight-plus-hexagon-light-kit.md) - [Stackable Blocky Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-design.md) - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md)