# Contemporary Tribal Lamps This Tent Lamp Features a Design Inspired by Native History and Culture By Gurveer Brah | Published 2015-09-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tent-lamp References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/09/15/enlightening/) & [lavulamp](http://www.lavulamp.com/) This tent lamp features a massive influence from culture and history, creating a piece that is simultaneously rustic and modern. 'The Lavu Lamp' designed by Tom Davies draws from [historical influences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawabi) to create a modern design. The lamp is inspired by the Sami tribesmen -- a group that occupied the mountainous areas of Scandinavia. The lamp uses the tribes' Lavvus as a model for structure, which is the Scandinavian equivalent to the Native American tepee. The tent lamp embraces the structure and expands on it with the light source -- a Plumen 001 bulb that symbolizes smoke -- much like the smoke that would come through the tops of the native tents. The designer emphasizes the importance of [sustainability](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanova-terra) -- all parts of the tent lamp are indigenous and recyclable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Cultural Design Influence:** Designs inspired by historical and cultural influences are gaining popularity in the home decor industry. - **Rustic-modern Fusion:** Blending rustic elements with modern design is a trend that appeals to consumers seeking a unique aesthetic for their homes. - **Sustainability in Lighting:** Consumers are increasingly drawn to sustainable and eco-friendly lighting options for their homes. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor businesses can take advantage of the rising demand for products that showcase cultural design influences. - **Interior Design:** Interior design professionals can incorporate the rustic-modern fusion trend into their projects to offer clients a distinctive style. - **Lighting:** The lighting industry has an opportunity to tap into the growing market for sustainable lighting solutions, such as using indigenous and recyclable materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spiritually Inspired Artisanal Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triris.md) - [Sculptural Wooden Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arc-lamp.md) - [Woven Lighting Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gurunsi.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Rechargeable Portable Torch Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piton-portable-lamp.md) - [Sculptural Glass Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuloa.md) - [Luxurious Nomadic Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltra-lighting.md) - [Whimsical Bird-Like Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiki-lamp.md) - [Raw Minimalist Pine Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoop-table-lamp.md)