The Amazing Jellyfish Lamp Glows in the Dark
Meghan Young — March 17, 2012 — Art & Design
References: theamazingjellyfish & ohgizmo
There are a slew of light fixtures on the market inspired by jellyfish, but the Amazing Jellyfish Lamp is the only one that has actually been made using the dead bodies of these sea creatures. Before animal rights activists start putting together a protest, the creators did not kill the jellyfish to make their lamps. Instead, they waited for them to die of natural causes.
Once dead, the sea jellies are frozen in liquid nitrogen and then dipped into an epoxy mixture that hardens into the finished Amazing Jellyfish Lamp. Transparent and indestructible, people can enjoy the soft light emitted from their skin since it still contains the bio-luminescent proteins that makes them glow in the dark. The Amazing Jellyfish Lamp simply needs to be exposed to light during the day in order to work at night.
Once dead, the sea jellies are frozen in liquid nitrogen and then dipped into an epoxy mixture that hardens into the finished Amazing Jellyfish Lamp. Transparent and indestructible, people can enjoy the soft light emitted from their skin since it still contains the bio-luminescent proteins that makes them glow in the dark. The Amazing Jellyfish Lamp simply needs to be exposed to light during the day in order to work at night.
Trend Themes
1. Bio-luminescent Lighting - Using bioluminescent proteins from sea creatures to create unique lighting fixtures.
2. Sustainable Design - Utilizing natural materials and processes to create eco-friendly products.
3. Upcycling - Repurposing materials that would otherwise go to waste to create innovative designs.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Opportunities to incorporate unique, nature-inspired lighting fixtures into interior spaces.
2. Home Decor - Innovative lighting options for consumers looking to add a touch of whimsy to their homes.
3. Sustainable Products - Meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly products in the home decor industry.
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