Industrial Designer Jay Watson Melds Rugged with Sleek in Pendant Lamps
Meghan Young — October 1, 2013 — Art & Design
References: jaywatsondesign & trendir
Jay Watson, an industrial designer based in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, has created a series of pendant lighting that bridges the gap between rugged and sleek beautifully. Although Jay Watson made them with essentially untouched tree branches, the use of almost identical pieces as well as the finishing touches of LED lights and red cords really give the light fixtures a polished aesthetic.
Considering that Jay Watson's designs often follow an environmentally conscious design motto, it is no surprise that his lights are so inspired by nature. As Trendir points out, Jay Watson "hand-picks tree branches from his own property to drill out and fit the latest kind of low-energy-use LED inside with an exit through the bottom, resulting in a hanging light with preserved moss and wood textures"
Considering that Jay Watson's designs often follow an environmentally conscious design motto, it is no surprise that his lights are so inspired by nature. As Trendir points out, Jay Watson "hand-picks tree branches from his own property to drill out and fit the latest kind of low-energy-use LED inside with an exit through the bottom, resulting in a hanging light with preserved moss and wood textures"
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Lighting - The use of natural materials and low-energy LED lights in pendant lighting creates opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly lighting solutions.
2. Rustic-chic Design - Blending rugged tree branches with sleek finishes and modern LED technology offers disruptive innovation potential for creating rustic-chic lighting fixtures that appeal to design-conscious consumers.
3. Nature-inspired Decor - The incorporation of untouched tree branches and preserved moss textures in pendant lighting taps into the growing trend of nature-inspired decor, providing opportunities for unique and organic design concepts.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Interior design professionals can explore the use of tree branch lighting to enhance the ambiance of spaces and add a touch of nature-inspired charm.
2. Sustainable Architecture - The integration of sustainable lighting solutions like tree branch pendant lights can contribute to eco-friendly building designs and sustainable architecture practices.
3. Lighting Manufacturing - Manufacturers in the lighting industry can leverage the trend of tree branch lighting to create innovative and visually striking lighting products that cater to consumers seeking unique and nature-inspired designs.
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