Aside from its obvious sculptural appeal, the design of the Kindle Heater results in a more effective heating canopy. Instead of the heat dissipating as it rises, the shade directs it downward, enveloping the user in consistent warmth that is softer and more pleasant than with a stand-alone unit. Pilot re-lighting or an uneven burner flame caused by a slight breeze is mitigated as the shade acts as a shield that, like a hurricane lantern, protects the heater’s engine from the elements.