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# Giant Light Bulb Shaped Lamps
The SO1 Lamp

By Ayman | Published 2008-06-17 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/so1-lamp
References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2008/06/lamp_shaped_lik.php)

These days, light bulbs have been mostly replaced by LEDs and other new energy-efficient lights.

Designer *Sarah Olaerts* pays homage to these iconic bulbs with her **SO1** lamp design.

Made from polyethylene, the lamp is in the shape of a giant 4.5 feet light bulb.

It features an RGB dimmable power-LED and comes with a remote controller.

If you like this, here are two more [new light designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilo-lamp) that are inspired by old technology:

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.6/10
- Popularity: 85% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Energy-efficient Lighting:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new energy-efficient lighting solutions that combine functionality and aesthetics.
- **Retro-inspired Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create modern products that pay homage to iconic designs from the past while incorporating innovative features.
- **Smart Lighting Controls:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design intelligent lighting systems that can be easily controlled and customized for different environments and preferences.

### Where This Applies

- **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate innovative lighting concepts into interior design projects to create unique and captivating spaces.
- **Lighting Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge lighting technologies and materials to produce energy-efficient and visually appealing light fixtures.
- **Home Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop smart lighting solutions that integrate with home automation systems, providing convenience and energy savings.

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