# Y-Shaped Desk Lights The Task Lamp by Laura Fernandez is Inspired by the Painter's Easel By Meghan Young | Published 2012-10-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/task-lamp-by-laura-fernandez References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/2012/10/the-task-lamp.html) & [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2012/09/27/screwless-glueless-wonder/) The Task Lamp by Laura Fernandez is a barebones light fixture inspired by a painter's easel. Although it appears to only subtly channel this piece of artistic equipment, the overall concept is there. Made out of wood, the [desk light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delite-20) has a Y-shaped head that cradles the lampshade and bulb as well as a mirrored base that holds it steady. Thanks to this unique frame, the Task Lamp by Laura Fernandez does not require any additional screws or adhesives. A [minimal accent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-lamp) for any office space, it is nevertheless full of personality and character. The on and off switch is even embedded in the cord, which is blue for a pop of color, allowing the simplicity of its look extend to its function. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Artistic-inspired Desk Lamps:** Creating unique desk lamps inspired by artistic equipment can appeal to consumers looking for functional and aesthetically pleasing office decor. - **Sustainable Desk Lighting:** Using eco-friendly materials like wood in desktop lighting is a sustainable trend with the potential to disrupt traditional plastic-based lighting designs. - **Cord-integrated Desk Lamps:** Integrating switches into cords in lamp designs can make for a more streamlined and convenient user experience. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** By incorporating the desk lamp functionality into home decor design trends, there is a potential to unlock new revenue streams. - **Interior Design:** Desk lamps inspired by artistic equipment could be integrated into interior design projects, from home office spaces to creative studio environments. - **Sustainable Manufacturing:** Leveraging sustainable materials for desktop lighting could disrupt traditional manufacturing processes in the lighting industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Saving Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacesaving-desk-lamp.md) - [Weighted Multi-Position Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-desk-lamp-design.md) - [Flexible Workstation Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archflex-desk-lamp.md) - [Simplistic Angular Desktop Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linear-table-lamp.md) - [Storage-Friendly Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storage-lamp.md) - [Sculptural Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leda.md) - [Demure Designer Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-desk-lamp.md) - [Desk Organizer Lamp Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/engrid-desk-lamp.md) - [Fashionable Flicker-Free Desk Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shlight-led-desk-lamp.md)