# Dimming Solar-Themed Lamps The Orrery Lamp Was Inspired by Cosmic Movements By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-08-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orrery-lamp References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/537191705/orrery-lamp-a-minimal-dimmable-solar-system?ref=category_recommended) & [bobbygenalo](http://www.bobbygenalo.com/) The Orrery Lamp was created by the Los Angeles-based product designer Bobby Genalo to offer a [minimalist source of light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delite-20) that simultaneously functions as attractive decor in the home. The cosmic lamp comes in globe form that is meant to represent the sun, while an "arm" sticks out of the lamp and features a [small wooden orb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-lamp) that was designed to represent the Earth, as well as a miniature orb that is meant to represent the moon. The [adjustable lamp has a dimming feature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovo-lamp), and gives off a soft warm glow in order to enhance the lighting and ambiance of the room it is placed in. This solar-themed lamp offers a distinct and contemporary design that those with a taste for minimalism are likely to appreciate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Lighting:** Opportunity to create innovative lighting designs that combine functionality and aesthetics in a minimalist way. - **Cosmic-inspired Decor:** Opportunity to develop products that incorporate cosmic elements as decorative pieces that enhance the ambiance of a space. - **Adjustable Mood Lighting:** Opportunity to design lamps with dimming features that allow users to customize the lighting intensity and create desired atmospheres. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to offer unique and contemporary lighting options that cater to minimalist design preferences. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate cosmic-themed lamps as statement pieces that elevate the overall design of a space. - **Lighting Design:** Opportunity for lighting designers to explore adjustable mood lighting options that provide versatile illumination for different settings and moods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Calming Orb Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-lamp1.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Textured Moon-Inspired Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-phase-lamp.md) - [Planetary Dual-Illumination Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbis-lamp.md) - [3D-Printed Mood Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbyt.md) - [Sunset-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-light-nicktable-lamp-light-design-lamp-design-lighting-design.md) - [Sculptural Lunar Lighting Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonsetter-floor-lamp.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Magnetic Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbe.md) - [Moon-Inspired Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lua.md)