# Conical Illuminating Corkboards Pinha by Raw Edges Shines a Light on Bright Ideas By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-04-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinha-by-raw-edges References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2011/04/13/pinha-by-raw-edges-for-materia/) & [raw-edges](http://www.raw-edges.com/) Not everyone can be satisfied with store-bought homewares, and a product like Pinha by [Raw Edges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozmo-1) is the perfect blank slate for DIY interior design. The [tapered cork form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees) is sold in two halves for easy installation over a hanging lightbulb. This creates the framework for a totally [unique lighting fixture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aplat). Whether you choose to tack up personal memos on sticky notes, pamphlets or pieces of decorative paper, this object can take on remarkably different looks. The three round ridges on the base of the object have different angles of flare, giving you the option of wide- or narrow-brimmed shades, should you wrap a sheet around the entirety of the lamp. Pinha by Raw Edges is particularly appealing in the way that its appearance can be altered so effortlessly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **DIY Interior Design:** The Pinha by Raw Edges offers a blank slate for creative individuals to customize their lighting fixture, opening up opportunities in the DIY interior design trend. - **Customizable Lighting:** The conical shape and ability to add personal memos or decorative papers to the Pinha by Raw Edges allows for personalized lighting options, contributing to the customizable lighting trend. - **Versatile Home Decor:** The Pinha by Raw Edges' ability to change appearance effortlessly makes it a versatile home decor piece, aligning with the trend of flexible and adaptable home design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The Pinha by Raw Edges falls within the home decor industry, providing an innovative and customizable lighting solution that caters to the growing demand for unique interior design. - **Lighting:** The conical illuminating corkboards present an opportunity for the lighting industry to offer more customizable and personalized lighting fixtures that cater to individual preferences. - **Arts and Crafts:** The Pinha by Raw Edges taps into the arts and crafts industry by providing a versatile and easily customizable product that appeals to creative individuals seeking unique DIY projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corka.md) - [Minimal Paper Sconces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pin-sconce.md) - [Pencil Shaving-Inspired Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpener-lampshades.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Bubble-Inspired Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubbles-lighting-design.md) - [Customizable Industrial Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pi-modular-lamp.md) - [Interconnecting Component Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-table-lamp.md) - [Chic Saucer-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-in-tight-light-fixture.md) - [Bakery-Inspired Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-pendant-light.md)