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Well, here I am in New York, where I am busy soaking up new and inspirational products, and meeting the passionate designers behind them. Today I want you to make the acquaintance of the hot-off-the-press and utterly illuminating Acme World Zoo, who wowed visitors at the Bubble trade show.

Acme World Zoo – www.acmeworldzoo.com – is the brainchild of Mary Kuzma and Tomas Tisch, who have worked for the past three years to develop the Kutelight, a most original lighting solution that’s just perfect for a child’s bedroom, or as a fun decor statement anywhere.

The Acme World Zoo Kutelight is a metal box around 30cmx30cm, which houses an energy saving globe, effectively illuminates a space through cutouts around the casing. The metal stays cool, and the globe is protected from curious fingers, making the Kutelight safe for children.

Motivated by the events of Hurricane Katrina in which thousands of animals suffered, Acme World Zoo creator Mary wanted to do something positive to help.  Mary’s support is ongoing: 5% of all sales of the Kutelight are donated to Brooklyn-based animal shelter BARC.

The Acme World Zoo Kutelights are wholly made in the USA: the robust, but lightweight metal that comprises the casing is powder coated in Indiana, and the designs are cut and hand finished in Brooklyn.

The Acme World Zoo Kutelight makes a fabulous impact with it’s stunning array of colours and designs  with more still to come – and is sure to become a design icon of the children’s world.

The Acme World Zoo Kutelight is so new that it isn’t available to buy in Australia yet, but watch this space, I’m sure it won’t be long!