# Giant House Lamps The 'Outsider Lamp' by Jacco Maris Super-Sizes a Desk Staple By Annie Ho | Published 2010-08-19 | Updated 2010-08-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outsider-lamp-by-jacco-maris References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/08/19/the-outsider-lamp-by-jacco-maris/) & [jaccomaris](http://www.jaccomaris.com/) The Outsider Lamp by Jacco Maris looks like an oversized lamp that you'd place on your [desk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engrid-desk-lamp). Jacco Maris is the Dutch designer that created the lamps and lights you see in the gallery. The Outsider Lamp by Jacco Maris is also available for purchase without the stand -- perfect for those who live in smaller spaces. Just hang it from your ceiling as you would a [pendant lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luno-lamp). The Outsider Lamp comes in black or aluminium blank. **Implications** - The Outsider Lamp by Jacco Maris is made from [powder-coated steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreshadow-table-lamp) and the lamp's shade is created from cast aluminium. This is an exquisite design by an innovative mind, delighting the human eye. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Oversized Lamps:** The trend of oversized lamps offers an opportunity for designers to create unique and eye-catching lighting fixtures. - **Multi-functional Lighting:** The rise of multi-functional lighting allows for space-saving solutions in smaller living spaces. - **Exquisite Design:** The emphasis on exquisite design in lamps opens up opportunities for artists and designers to create visually appealing and aesthetically pleasing products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can take advantage of the oversized lamps trend by offering a wide selection of statement lighting pieces. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate multi-functional lighting into their designs to optimize space and create versatile environments. - **Lighting Manufacturing:** The lighting manufacturing industry can focus on creating high-quality lamps with exquisite designs to cater to the demand for visually appealing lighting fixtures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Pear-Shaped Outdoor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-lamp1.md) - [Opulent Outdoor Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gubi-seine-portable-lamp.md) - [Street Light-Inspired Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standing-lamp-marble.md) - [Japanese Lantern-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madco.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Minimal Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-lamp.md) - [Retro-Tinged Compact Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lari-mini.md) - [Outlet-Equipped Workstation Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avro-pendant-lamp.md)