The Beacon embodies F. Scott Fitzgerald's concept of the green light-a powerful symbol from The Great Gatsby representing hope, greed, desire, and the elusive American Dream. This lamp captures the restless spirit of the Roaring '20s, a key element of the novel. Inspired by the green light in The Great Gatsby, this lamp spins with the energy of a flapper dress' dance, casting a fractured glow that reflects both hope and longing. It stands as a luminous symbol of aspiration-bright, distant, and endlessly captivating. This lamp shines as a beacon of both longing and uncertainty, capturing the fragile balance of hope in a complex time. In today's world, where ideals often clash with challenges, this piece invites reflection on the distance between our dreams and the truths we face. The glass is treated with an iridescent coating, symbolizing the novel's mystique. The main materials are glass and metals, a simple relationship representing the shift towards industrialization as we balance craft and design. The found kitchen objects, referencing the 'Art Deco' and 'Art Nouveau' styles, are given new meaning as they become the lamp's base when welded together.