# Toy-Inspired Illuminators The 'Spintop' Lamp Brings a Lighthearted Approach to Illumination By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-04-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spintop-lamp References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2018/04/06/this-twirling-lamp-is-literally-light-headed/) The 'Spintop' lamp has been designed as a [carefree illuminator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toto-lamp) that draws inspiration from the classic child's toy to help infuse a little bit of carefree wonder into a space. Designed in three color options, the lamp features a cast-iron base that will keep it in place despite looking like a functional spinning top toy. The illuminator can be pushed and shifted to activate the rotating effect, which makes it ideal for workstations to infuse a sense of playfulness into everyday routines and keep a person occupied as they brainstorm. The 'Spintop' lamp is the design work of Conrad Zwolinski, De Makers Van and Label Breed, and speaks to the wider popularity of [fidget toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tap-tap-table-lamp) as adults seek out ways to play during the workday. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fidget Toy-inspired Products:** Designing products that draw inspiration from fidget toys to infuse a sense of playfulness and nostalgia into everyday routines. - **Interactive Illumination:** Creating lamps and lighting fixtures with interactive features that can be pushed, shifted, or manipulated to create an engaging and dynamic lighting experience. - **Playful Workstation Accessories:** Developing accessories and office tools that incorporate elements of playfulness and fun to enhance productivity and creativity in work environments. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can explore the potential of incorporating fidget toy-inspired products into their designs to add a playful and nostalgic touch to spaces. - **Lighting:** The lighting industry can capitalize on the trend of interactive illumination by designing and manufacturing lamps and lighting fixtures with innovative interactive features. - **Stationery and Office Supplies:** The stationery and office supplies industry can develop playful workstation accessories that go beyond traditional functionality, boosting employee morale and creativity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangent-lamp.md) - [Childhood-Inspired Magnetic Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbe.md) - [Traditional Tower-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pagoda-lamp.md) - [3D-Printed Reversed Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolve-lamp.md) - [Task-Managing Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-lamp-concept.md) - [Portable Mushroom-Like Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ichi-table-lamp.md) - [Storage-Friendly Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storage-lamp.md) - [Hollow Candle-Like Table Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lampe.md) - [Space-Saving Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacesaving-desk-lamp.md)