The Lightweights Anchor Acts as a Grounded Support For Suspended Fixtures
Amelia Roblin — July 13, 2012 — Art & Design
References: hellosailor.dk & hvhinteriors
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.
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.
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.
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