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The Original Canberra Bus Shelter Lamp

The Original Canberra Bus Shelter Lamp

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The original Canberra Bus Shelter Lamp, officially endorsed by the estate of Clem Cummings, the architect behind Canberra's iconic concrete bus shelters and featured on HerCanberra, Region Canberra, and Mix 106.3 Canberra.

Designed, 3D printed, and hand assembled by us right here in Canberra, our lamp is a tabletop tribute to one of the city's most recognisable pieces of suburban architecture.

As the very first to transform this much-loved Canberra icon into a functional lamp, we've created more than just a light. It's a warm glow for the memories made possible by Clem Cummings' iconic design, from first kisses and endless summer nights to cheeky shenanigans with friends.

Powered by USB-C and radiating a warm 3000K glow, the lamp is switched on and off with a discreet button built right into the roof. No fiddly remote, no inline switch on the cable, and no cable poking out through the top. Just reach over, tap, and enjoy the glow.

Usually, a lit-up bus shelter means it's late, dark, and you'd rather be literally anywhere else.

This version, though, is all warmth, comfort, and zero chance of a delayed bus.

A little piece of Canberra history, reimagined for your desk, bedside table, or bookshelf. Warm, nostalgic, and unmistakably local.

DETAILS

  • Officially endorsed by the estate of Clem Cummings, architect of Canberra's iconic bus shelters
  • Standard: 100mm x 100mm x 100mm
  • Large: 140mm x 1400mm x 1400mm
  • Warm 3000K LED glow
  • USB-C powered with 1.5m cable
  • Wall adapter sold separately
  • Top-mounted on/off button for easy accessibility
  • Handmade, so variation will occur
  • Made from biodegradable PLA
  • Designed, 3D printed, and hand assembled in Canberra (about 100m from a bus shelter)

SHIPPING

  • $10 flat rate standard shipping
  • $15 flat rate express shipping
  • Free standard shipping on orders over $100

NOTE

A note about packaging: This larger version of our Bus Shelter Lamp comes without the custom-designed packaging pictured with our standard-sized lamp. The lamp itself is still lovingly made by us in Canberra, just in a bigger size!

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FAQ

WHEN WILL THE LAMPS BE BACK IN STOCK?

Our Bus Shelter Lamps are handmade by the two of us, from the first 3D print to the final assembly, so each one takes time and care to make.

If a lamp is out of stock, we’ll usually have more available within a few days while we work on the next batch. If you don’t want to miss out, sign up for stock notifications and we’ll let you know as soon as they’re back!

ARE YOU REALLY THE ORIGINAL BUS SHELTER LAMP?

Absolutely! When we launched back in April 2026, we did extensive market research to see if there were any other bus shelter lamps out there. We were very stoked to be the first!

ARE THESE REALLY HANDMADE?

Yes! We designed and 3D modelled every part of the lamp, then 3D print them ourselves. Once the prints are finished, each one is individually prepped, sanded, filed, thermoformed, glued and assembled. We also hand-wire every lamp with a custom LED and USB-C cable.

And it’s all done by just the two of us, 100 metres from an actual Canberra bus stop. So yes, when we say handmade in Canberra, we really mean it!

CAN YOU MAKE A WIRELESS VERSION?

Not currently! A wireless version is possible, but it requires a rechargeable battery and comes with additional safety and compliance considerations.

There are off-the-shelf wireless light kits that could make this easier, but we want to make the best possible light rather than simply fitting a pre-made light into the lamp.

For now, we’ve kept ours USB-C powered for a brighter, more reliable light, while we work towards a wireless version we’re genuinely happy with!

WHAT TYPE OF PLUG CAN I USE?

Our lamps use standard 5V USB power, so you can use them with any certified 5V USB power adapter.

It doesn’t need to be rated for a specific wattage, as the lamp only draws the power it needs!

We’re currently in the process of sourcing our own recommended USB power adapters to offer as an add-on, but until then, any good-quality, certified 5V adapter from a reputable brand will work.