NEW TRICKS
Lamps made from objects that didn’t start out as lighting (especially when fashioned from reclaimed materials) add a quirky accent to any interiors scheme. The idea of converting everyday items into table lamps isn’t new; bases made from ginger jars and tea caddies are a classic feature of country house interiors. Today’s designers prefer a more industrial vibe, using distressed materials that could well have been picked up at a salvage fair, builders’ merchant or hardware shop and, often, the more unexpected the item, the better the end result.