# Crimson Carboard Illuminators The Red Honeycomb Lamp by Kyouei Design is Clever and Fun By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-01-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-honeycomb-lamp-by-kyouei-design References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/17725/red-honeycomb-lamp-by-kyouei-design-at-designboom-shop.html) & [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/contemporary/honeycomb.html) The Red Honeycomb Lamp by Kyouei Design is constructed from folded paper that is stretched out, showcasing a boldly geometric shade pattern. The lamp is inspired by traditional Japanese paper lanterns, featuring the use of local materials. Kyouei Design successfully fuses cultural customs with contemporary design concepts for this bold luminescent item. The paper-made shades can be installed upright or to hang, serving as a stunning statement piece for any interior space. These quirky crimson lights have a simplistic and modern vibe, using accessible and sustainable materials to create a dynamically designed home accessory. This brightly-hued statement piece is a stand-out, drawing attention to a space and successfully infusing bold aesthetics along with function. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/17725/red-honeycomb-lamp-by-kyouei-design-at-designboom-shop.html), [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/contemporary/honeycomb.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Folded Paper Designs:** There is an opportunity for businesses to explore the use of folded paper as a sustainable and visually striking design element. - **Cultural Fusion:** By combining traditional elements with contemporary design concepts, businesses can create unique and culturally-inspired products. - **Quirky Lighting:** Designing unconventional and vibrant lighting fixtures can create eye-catching statement pieces for interior spaces. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can leverage folded paper designs to create innovative and sustainable product offerings. - **Design and Architecture:** Incorporating cultural fusion into design and architecture can result in visually captivating and culturally rich spaces. - **Lighting:** The lighting industry can explore quirky and unconventional designs to offer customers unique and engaging lighting solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blooming Paper Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kazuhiro-yamanaka-tsubomi-lamp.md) - [Flat-Pack Paper Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi.md) - [Paper-Inspired Half-Folded Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-lamp.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Lantern-Like Light Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-kyeol-series.md) - [Naturalistic Handmade Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-lamp-collection.md) - [Japanese Lantern-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madco.md) - [Honeycomb-Like Sculptural Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tri-light.md) - [Kimono-Inspired Lighting Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haori-light.md)