# Space-Conscious Lighting Sytems Vibia Introduced the Lightweight 'North' Lighting Series By Amy Duong | Published 2018-07-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibia References: [vibia](https://www.vibia.com/) Designer Arik Levy of Vibia created a [series of lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-lighting-design) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luno-lamp) in order to create a [floating effect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-table-light). 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. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Saucer-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-in-tight-light-fixture.md) - [Minimally Designed Ethereal Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightmass.md) - [Aluminum Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nord.md) - [Physics-Based Artful Light Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-collection-1.md) - [Solar System-Inspired Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmooval.md) - [Delicate Illusory Ceiling Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aria-light.md) - [Suspended Origami-Like Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sora-light.md) - [Playful Minimal Suspended Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomnom-light.md) - [Hat-Like Fabric Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-lamp.md)