# Responsive Critter-Like Lighting Species of Illumination by Bob de Graaf are Like Helpful Pets By Meghan Young | Published 2013-11-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/species-of-illumination References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/species_of_illumination_bob_de_graafs_living_lights_25859.asp) & [boblab.nl](http://www.boblab.nl/wordpress/species-of-illumination/) The two lamps that make up the Species of Illumination collection look like they walked straight off of a Pixar movie set. Named Darwin and Wallace, they certainly act as though they belong in such a film. Both lamps respond to different stimulus so that it looks as though they are autonomous creatures. While Wallace seeks the darkest part of a room to light up, Darwin seeks movement as a reference. Created by Netherlands-based UX designer Bob de Graaf for the Eindhoven's 2013 Graduation Show, Species of Illumination could essentially be considered pets. The designer reveals, "I am a big fan of Wall-E, I think Pixar did a really great job in showing how a robot can be adorable." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Responsive Lighting:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop lighting solutions that autonomously respond to different stimuli, creating a dynamic and interactive environment. - **Creature-like Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Apply playful and whimsical design elements to products, creating an emotional connection with users. - **Inspired by Animation:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Explore how animated characters and films can inspire unique and engaging product designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Lighting:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Transform traditional home lighting systems into dynamic and interactive experiences. - **Product Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Integrate playful and whimsical elements into product designs, enhancing user engagement. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Combine animation and technology to create immersive and interactive entertainment experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Blooming Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloomlight-s-lamp.md) - [Mushroom-Inspired Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humble-lights.md) - [Animation-Inspired LED Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animationinspired-led-lamp.md) - [Dimmable Dog Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grejsimojs.md) - [Emotional Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miror-collection.md) - [Comforting Multifunctional Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-portable-lamp.md) - [Wall-Mounted Ambient Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-varmblixt-collection.md) - [Naturalistic Biophilic Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioo-lamp.md) - [Adorable Cartoon Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-and-adorable.md)