The lovely suspended look of pendant lamps is made possible by gravity, and a force with which one can have a bit of fun when it comes to decorating interiors. The Lightweights Anchor is a whimsical object that stresses the balancing act of your light fixture and its point of support by replacing the ceiling mount with a load that's much lower.
Jonas Loenborg, of his own design company Hello Sailor, playfully adapted what might have been a standard weight into a gleaming cast steel sculpture of an iconic ship anchor. The nautical lighting accessory is complete with a bowed base, a crossed top and a chain loop, with the latter large enough to be threaded with the end of a power cord. The stationary Lightweights Anchor keeps a hanging lamp in place, yet permits one to pull in or let out some slack in the cable.
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The Lightweights Anchor Acts as a Grounded Support For Suspended Fixtures
Trend Themes
1. Gravity-defying Fixtures - Opportunity for designers to explore new ways of creating and supporting pendant lamps through unconventional methods.
2. Whimsical Load-bearing Objects - Possibility for manufacturers to create unique, decorative and functional load-bearing fixtures that adds an aesthetic value to the space it occupies.
3. Functional Sculptures - Trend for artists and designers to create sculptures that serve a practical purpose, thereby bridging the gap between art and function.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - An opportunity for interior designers to incorporate unconventional fixtures into their projects that add an artistic and functional element to the space.
2. Lighting Manufacturing - Manufacturers can explore new designs and materials to create load-bearing fixtures that serve a dual purpose in adding value to homes and commercial spaces alike.
3. Sculpture Manufacturing - Opportunity for sculpture manufacturers to expand their market by creating sculptures that serve a practical function, adding value to both art and functional spaces.