# Beach Wood Reading Lights Saif Faisal's 'Alfredo Lamp' Has an Unconventional but Durable Design By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-10-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saif-faisal References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/alfredo-lamp-saif-faisal/) & [saif-faisal](http://www.saif-faisal.com/) Saif Faisal, an interdisciplinary design studio that's based out of India, is the creator of the 'Alfredo Lamp.' A modern piece that takes up very little space, the light is a great addition to the [tops of bedside tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-table-light), given the subdued illumination that emits from it. Carved from a block of beach wood, the Alfredo Lamp by Saif Faisal leaves the [natural markings of the material exposed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoop-table-lamp), adding to the contemporary appearance of it which is especially enhanced by its [unconventional shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-table-light). In addition to making it look more attractive, the structure of the Alfredo Lamp ensures a durable design as well, as the solid beach wood can likely withstand drops and falls better than most other models. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Lighting Designs:** Companies can incorporate sustainable materials such as beach wood to produce innovative lighting designs. - **Compact Space Solutions:** Designers can create compact lighting solutions such as the Alfredo Lamp that takes up minimal space. - **Natural Aesthetics:** The natural markings of materials can be embraced to create a unique and modern look for lighting designs. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can utilize the Alfredo Lamp and other compact lighting solutions to create unique spaces. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can use sustainable materials to create lighting designs that appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Home Decor:** Companies catering to the home decor market can create and market lighting solutions that fit compact spaces and have a natural aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hanging Lantern-Like Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodo-table-lamp.md) - [Sculptural Wooden Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-lamp.md) - [Sleek Rechargeable Marbled Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solid-table-light.md) - [Serene Wooden Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepy-wood.md) - [Angular Layered Wood Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riffle-led-lamps.md) - [Design-Focused Wooden Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-soul.md) - [Sculpted Wooden Desktop Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepy-wood-desk-lamp.md) - [Cabin-Shaped Reading Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boof-reading-light.md) - [Elegant Compact Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-table-light.md)