# Saddle-Like Lighting The Zigzag Grandma Lamp by Nico Goebel is Made Out of Cardboard By Meghan Young | Published 2013-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zigzag-grandma-lamp References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/zigzag-grandma-lamp-by-nico-goebel/) & [nicogoebel](http://nicogoebel.com/) Due in large part to the name of the Zigzag Grandma Lamp, the surface of the light fixture may bring to mind the look of a knitted sweater. Perhaps the deception was purposeful. In reality, it wasn't made using needle and yarn. Instead, the Zigzag Grandma Lamp was created out of cardboard. It is the [zigzagging edges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-drape-light) of the [cardboard pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi) that make it appear as though it were a different material. Designed by Nico Goebel, a designer based in Munich, Germany, the Zigzag Grandma Lamp is shaped like a saddle. Although the silhouette is quite modern, the choice of colors has a retro feel. The bright orange frame and brown cardboard is almost a quintessential '70s pairing. Nevertheless, the lamp emits a [soft ambient glow](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loops-lamp). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 9% | 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 - **Cardboard Lighting:** The use of unconventional materials like cardboard for lighting fixtures presents an opportunity for eco-friendly and cost-effective designs. - **Saddle-shaped Lamps:** Saddle-shaped lamps designed for both aesthetic and functional purposes are becoming increasingly popular in the lighting industry. - **Retro-inspired Lighting:** Retro-inspired designs for lighting fixtures are back in style and provide an opportunity for vintage and unique offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Lighting:** Cardboard lighting fixtures offer an innovative and eco-friendly option for lighting companies to explore. - **Furniture:** Furniture companies could incorporate saddle-shaped lamps into their designs to add an innovative and functional flair. - **Interior Design:** Retro-inspired lighting fixtures like the Zigzag Grandma Lamp can add a unique flare to any interior design project. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Material Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-cleo-lamp.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Soft Comfort Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-lamp.md) - [Geometric Nostalgic Night Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmaid-table-lamp.md) - [Twisting Timber Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-lasercut-wooden-lampshade.md) - [Retro-Tinged Compact Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lari-mini.md) - [Paper-Inspired Half-Folded Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-lamp.md) - [Hat-Like Fabric Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-lamp.md)