Philadelphia-based artist Mike Glancey has created something which will be appreciated by anyone who remembers themselves playing with toy cars as children. The artist actually attached a number of tiny 'Hot Wheels' cars to some copper papers and wired them with lights. His creation is a fully functioning lampshade which, when turned on, shines light through the cars' headlamps.
This is an adorable work of art that could be adapted by inventive parents for their children's bedrooms. This one off piece has already been sold by the artist to 'The Social Lounge' restaurant in Westchester, Philadelphia.
This piece looks amazing when lit up at night or even as a hanging ornament during the daytime. This is an inventive example of how to evoke childhood nostalgia through a classic product.
What's Driving This Trend
- Toy Car Lighting Decor
- Using toy cars as a lighting decor, provides a creative avenue for businesses or home owners to use toys as home decor.
- Nostalgia Decoration
- Childhood nostalgia can be a great source of inspiration for innovative decor or product designs.
- Upcycling for Decor
- Upcycling toys such as toy cars can create unique decor items that can be sold or used by innovative decorators.
Who This Affects Most
- Home Decor Industry
- The home decor industry can benefit from implementing unique nostalgic pieces such as toy car lighting solutions.
- Toy Industry
- The upcycling trend within the decor/design industry can result in innovative use of old toys by the toy industry.
- Restaurant Industry
- The restaurant industry can adopt this innovative trend by implementing playful decor items such as toy car lighting solutions to create a child-friendly environment.
