# Pierced Pattern Illuminators The Perforated Globe Pendant from West Elm Modulates Light Patterns By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-globe-pendant References: [westelm](http://www.westelm.com/products/perforated-globe-pendant-diamond-w761/?pkey=call-lighting&cm_src=all-lighting||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-) & [westelm](http://www.westelm.com/products) The Perforated Globe Pendant from home design retailer [West Elm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-christmas-ornament) is spherical in shape and features a [steel shade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreshadow-table-lamp) that is plated with an antique bronze finish. The light fixture's pierced shade emits a soft air of mood lighting through its decorative diamond frame when displayed within one's home. This eclectic home accessory also modulates light, forming [geometric and dotted patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caleide) when displayed near an open wall. Taking inspiration form Moroccan cultures and traditions, West Elm's Perforated Globe Pendant features an intricately cut-out face that is reminiscent of the nation's ornate furnishings and decorative objects. Adding an unexpected element to any modern interior, this metallic illuminator is sure to act as a visual focal point whether it is displayed above a dining table or inside an elegant bedroom space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Perforated Lighting Trends:** Businesses can explore opportunities to design and produce lighting fixtures with intricate cut-out patterns and interesting modulated lighting effects for a more unique and interesting experience. - **Eclectic Home Accessories:** Companies can venture into designing and distributing diverse and unconventional home accessories that emphasize cultural and traditional inspirations. - **Moroccan-inspired Designs:** There is a potential market for products that integrate Moroccan-inspired designs that have intricate and ornate cut-out patterns. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor Industry:** This trend presents opportunities for businesses in the home decor space to create and market perforated lighting fixtures and eclectic home accessories. - **Lighting Products Industry:** This trend opens up opportunities for businesses in the lighting products industry to integrate perforated lighting designs into their product offerings and come up with unique modulated lighting effects. - **Culture-inspired Design Industry:** This trend can benefit businesses that incorporate cultural and traditional inspirations into their design concepts, specifically those that target Moroccan aesthetics and traditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dazzling Polyhedral Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puff-pendant-lights.md) - [Encapsulated Semi-Transparent Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nested-pendant-light.md) - [Mixed Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gant-pendant-lights.md) - [Enchanting Hanging Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hf-series.md) - [Intricate Sculptural Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-pendant-light.md) - [Horizontal Glass Sphere Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comet-pendant.md) - [Curved Pendant Ceiling Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-light.md) - [Fishnet-Made Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-mycreation-droplet-lamp.md) - [Elegant Metal Perforated Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foreshadow-table-lamp.md)