Designer Arik Levy of Vibia created a series of lights that imitate the concept of space -- specifically the light emitted from the sun over the year changing in both position and height. The collection is entitled 'North' and it includes both a floor lamp and a suspended lamp in order to create a floating effect. The name is coined in reference to the visual qualities of north light because it diffuses light while avoiding harsh shadows.
The lamp features a rod made by carbon fiber in order to sustain something that is lightweight and can hang from the ceiling easily. The counter-weight sitting at floor level leads an electric wire from the round shade to a wall socket for illumination.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Dynamic Lighting
- Opportunity for creating lighting systems that imitate the changing position and height of sunlight over the year.
- Space-inspired Design
- Opportunity for incorporating space concepts into product designs, like the floating effect created by suspended lamps in the 'North' collection.
- Lightweight Materials
- Opportunity for utilizing lightweight carbon fiber and other materials in the production of lighting systems for easy installation and portability.
Where This Applies
- Interior Design
- Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate dynamic lighting systems, like the 'North' series, into their projects for a unique and visually appealing aesthetic.
- Home Decor
- Opportunity for home decor companies to offer space-inspired lighting options, such as the 'North' collection, to consumers looking for modern and innovative designs.
- Lighting Manufacturing
- Opportunity for lighting manufacturers to explore the use of lightweight materials, like carbon fiber, in their product line to meet the demand for easy-to-install and portable lighting solutions.
