# Wine Barrel Illuminators The One Third Oak Wine Barrel Hanging Light is Rustically Eccentric By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-wine-barrel References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2016/03/18/43758/old-french-oak-wine-barrel-turned-into-industrial-chic-light.html) & [wineenthusiast](http://www.wineenthusiast.com/one-third-wine-barrel-hanging-light.asp) Whether for use in a basement or dining room, the One Third Oak [Wine Barrel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-wine-storage) Hanging Light provides a touch of rustic style with eco-friendly benefits. Crafted from the actual barrel used to craft wine in France, the hanging light is handcrafted to absolute perfection. Outfitted with Edison-style bulbs, the light offers a [rustic illumination design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-soul) that's inviting, relaxed and packed with character. Three bulbs in the product allow it to offer expansive lighting without having to be packed with LEDs. [Traditional chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linea-selva) have had a stranglehold on the living space lighting market for decades (if not hundreds of years). As consumers seek out ways to enhance their living spaces with unique items, products like the One Third Oak Wine Barrel Hanging Light will likely continue to be developed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upcycling Lighting Fixtures:** There is a trend towards upcycling items such as wine barrels into lighting fixtures for a rustic and eco-friendly design that can be applied to other industries. - **Edison-style Lighting:** Edison-style bulbs are becoming more popular and are being incorporated into a variety of lighting designs, presenting an opportunity for innovation in the lighting industry. - **Unique Living Space Items:** As consumers seek out unique items to enhance their living spaces, there is an opportunity for businesses to create products that offer both functionality and personality. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can benefit from upcycling materials to create unique and eco-friendly lighting fixtures. - **Lighting:** The lighting industry can take advantage of the growing popularity of Edison-style bulbs and create innovative designs that incorporate this nostalgic light source. - **Furniture:** Furniture companies can explore unique ways to incorporate upcycling into their designs and create one-of-a-kind pieces that are both functional and visually appealing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [American Oak Pendant Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-bean.md) - [Sustainable Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corka.md) - [Modular Architectural Wine Racks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrique-bottle-holder.md) - [Twisting Timber Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-lasercut-wooden-lampshade.md) - [Whiskey Barrel-Decorated Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laizhou-bar.md) - [Hanging Lantern-Like Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodo-table-lamp.md) - [Chic Saucer-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-in-tight-light-fixture.md) - [Bonfire-Inspired Indoor Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iri-lamp.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Flashlight Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebones-edison-light-stick.md)