The wonderful and whimsical Wind Up Light has no switch; to turn it on, you exhale into the back of the fixture. Julien Bergignat wished to infuse his floor lamp with a dose of youthful playfulness, beginning with the imaginative association between lightbulb and bubble.
The glass of the standard incandescent globe certainly resembles the clear form of a bubble escaping from a plastic wand. To enhance this imagery further, the designer has incorporated a colorful element to the light fixture that channels the spectrum you can see in soap.
The Wind Up Light stands at a height that is conveniently accessible to people of different ages and sizes. Simply position your mouth close to the back, expel a puff to turn it one and another to switch it off.
Breath-Inciting Illuminators
The Wind Up Light Begins to Glow Once You've Given it a Blow
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Lighting - Opportunity for creating lighting fixtures that respond to human interactions, such as breath or touch.
2. Whimsical Design - Potential for incorporating playful and imaginative elements into product design, creating a unique user experience.
3. Multisensory Experience - Trend towards creating products that engage multiple senses, combining visual and tactile elements in this case.
Industry Implications
1. Lighting Design - Opportunity for lighting designers to create innovative and interactive fixtures that incorporate unique features.
2. Home Decor - Potential for incorporating whimsical elements into home decor products, appealing to consumers looking for unique and playful design.
3. Interactive Technology - Trend towards the development of interactive technologies that can enhance user experience in various industries, including lighting.