Hangelier 2.1 Recycles Unwanted Hangers and Bike Parts

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Hangelier 2.1 Recycles Unwanted Hangers and Bike Parts by

The Hangelier series by Alex Witko is made up of  lampshades crafted from salvaged bike parts and off-the-shelf wooden hangers. Inspiration for the Hangelier series came visiting a local thrift store and came across racks and racks of plastic coat hangers that were completely unused. From a distance the shape of the light resembles a classic lamp shade, while up close it surprises viewers with its unique use of materials. The lamps are outfitted to work with low-energy LED bulbs, and are a great example of design innovation that doesn't hurt the environment.

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4 Responses to “Hangelier 2.1 Recycles Unwanted Hangers and Bike Parts”

  1. Dan Mendes says:
    June 2, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    I can imagine these in so many retail spaces!

  2. Anonymous says:
    June 2, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    This is ideal for the up-and-coming conscious fashion brand stores!

  3. Jasmin Malik Chua says:
    June 2, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Gorgeous—what a creative use of hangers!

  4. Mike Chino says:
    June 2, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    Any design that gets extra mileage out of old bike parts gets my vote!