# Animal Balloon Lights Blown Up Lamps Take Lighting to The Next Level By Nicole Chia | Published 2009-02-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lights-inspired-by-balloon-animals-blown-up-lamps-take-lighting-to-the-next References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/02/blown_up_lights.php?p=0&cat=undefined#more) & [thelermonthupton](http://www.thelermonthupton.com/products-light-blownups.htm) These playful light bulbs were designed by Thelermont Hupton and are called *Blown Up* lamps. Inspired by [balloon animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog) and other objects, these unique and eye-catching designs are sure to make for interesting conversation in any room. You can buy the bulbs in either clear or frosted from Hupton's website and choose a base or ceiling mount. Designs start at around $320 for the pairing. **Implications** - Thelermont Hupton's Blown Up lamps get their name because they are made out of [hand-blown glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuloa). Even through they look bendable, they are definitely as hard as a rock. Some of the featured lamps take the shape of a blown-up latex glove, [a flower](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-wall-light), bubbles and even a water facet! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Playful Lighting Designs:** Opportunities for designers to create unique and eye-catching light bulbs inspired by everyday objects and themes. - **Hand-blown Glass Lamps:** The use of hand-blown glass in lamp design opens up possibilities for creating visually stunning and durable lighting solutions. - **Customizable Lamp Mounts:** The availability of customizable base or ceiling mounts allows customers to personalize their lighting fixtures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Lighting Design:** Innovative lamp designs that incorporate unconventional materials and shapes. - **Glassblowing:** The use of hand-blown glass in various sectors, ranging from decorative lighting to art installations. - **Home Decor:** Providing consumers with customizable and unique lighting options to enhance their interior design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Balloon-Like Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-blown.md) - [Bulbous Whimsical Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neotenic.md) - [Whimsical Glass Bubbled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peeka.md) - [Inflatable Colorful Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeeze-inflatable-lamp.md) - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Air Balloon-Inspired Lamp Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-balloon-lamp.md) - [Bubble-Inspired Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubbles-lighting-design.md) - [Adorable Cartoon Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-and-adorable.md) - [Dreamlike Bubble-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airshape-lamp.md)