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Objects of Design #52: Photosynthesis Lamp

photosynthesis light from cowandco.co.uk
photosynthesis light from cowandco.co.uk

I just love the idea of this lamp. Created by Israeli designer Meirav Barzilay it’s a metal grid into which you plant the vine of your choice and, as the plant grows it creates a natural lampshade. Simple. Clever. You must use an energy-saving bulb though as that provides the right sort of light.

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as the plant grows it turns into the shade

The plant isn’t included in the price but it’s suggested that you choose a small, fast-growing one that doesn’t need full sunshine. If any gardening experts would like to add their suggestions below that would be most welcome.

cowandco.co.uk £205

 

Kate Watson-Smyth

The author Kate Watson-Smyth

I’m a journalist who writes about interiors mainly for The Financial Times but I have also written regularly for The Independent and The Daily Mail. My house has been in Living Etc, HeartHome and featured in The Wall Street Journal & Corriere della Sera. I also run an interior styling consultancy Mad About Your House. Welcome to my Mad House.