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quin.mgx lamp series by bathsheba grossman

This is crazy. At the time of your purchase, materialize will give you a cd-rom which has a proprietary software file on it. You then take the file back to materialise and they will recreate the your lamp for you.

“the truly unique aspect of each materialise lamp is that it was created through the use of rapid prototyping technology. this 3-d material printing process allows for an unlimited freedom of design far beyond the capacity of traditional manufacturing processes.

you may be wondering why materialise products are named with the *.mgx extension? *.mgx is the file extension for materialise’s proprietary software. each product produced by materialise is rendered from a unique *.mgx file which accompanies your product on a cd rom. you can reproduce your product by sending the *.mgx file to materialise.”

Purchase Information:

Price: $1984
Availability: Buy quin.mgx lamp series by bathsheba grossman here

Glo-Ball Mini Lamp

I’m totally in love with Jasper Morrison’s Glo-Ball series, but I was unaware until now that there is a mini version (3.5″h x 4″w) of his lamps available. This would be perfect right by your bed or in the livingroom.

“This acid-etched and hand-blown wall, ceiling, or table lamp provides diffused light and consists of a flashed opaline glass diffuser and white injection-molded PBT base. 25-watt halogen G9 frosted bulb included.”

Purchase Information:

Price: $135.00
Availability: Buy Glo-Ball Mini Lamp here

Established & SONS Fold by Alexander Taylor

A small(er) yet still completely clever lamp with a nice affordable price tag.

“The design derives its name from its construction process: an aluminium sheet is subjected to multiple folding in order to create the traditional motif of the product. The reference to the tradition of lighting design is evident in the silhouetted form of the Fold lights and in the application of a braided fabric cable. Taylor’s subtle references to the traditions of lightng design become all the more potent when it is revealed that the Fold light is heavily reliant upon the newest technology and munufacturing techniques for its construction.’I like work containing honesty with regard to construction process and thought. I think the product should tell its own story and once your thoughts have to be explained then something within the design is not working,’ says Alexander Taylor.”

40w, 100w, 150w.

H230mm x L120mm x D120mm

Purchase Information:

Price: $125.00
Availability: Buy Established & SONS Fold by Alexander Taylor here

carlos night-light by kathleen walsh

If one were to need a night-light, why not have one named Carlos? If it doesn’t strike you as your favorite, give it some time; it’ll grow on you.

“the carlos night-light is a small porcelain night light with a sweet disposition. designed by kathleen walsh for walteria living, carlos is constructed of bright white porcelain which emits a warm glow when lit from the inside. carlos comes complete with a clip socket, 7.5 watt bulb and a snap-together linen medical cone.”

7″h x 3.5″w x 4.5″d

Purchase Information:

Price: $160.00
Availability: Buy carlos night-light by kathleen walsh here

Tord Boontje Midsummer shade

I’ve admired this from afar from a while. Now it’s 50% off and just that much closer in reach.
Tord Boontje, 2004
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Purchase Information:

Price: $92.00
Availability: Buy Tord Boontje Midsummer shade here

on/off light

Now this is a closeout special, so if you like what you see, you better get a move on it and buy it before everybody else snaps it up. Seems like a good deal to me…the only drawback is it’s just available in light pink or light blue polycarbonate. Sorry if you don’t like those two colors.

“ON/OFF is not operated by the usual switch on the electric wire, but by a movement of the hand which moves it into its two positions of balance. It can be placed on a table, bedside-table or floor.
If dropped or knocked it does not break, because it is made of soft thermoplastic.”

6″W X 5″H

Purchase Information:

Price: $80.00
Availability: Buy on/off light here

drop_3 light

Something different in the big bad world of lighting. Not that it’s really that “bad” or all that big, but you know what I mean. I think the drop design adds a bit of fun to a room setting.

Materials: Polyethylene (plastic)

25.5″H x 10.5″D

Purchase Information:

Price: $299.00
Availability: Buy drop_3 light here

Luzifer : Mini Mikado

Loveliness! If I had the money, I’d buy it without a second thought.

“Winner of the Design Plus Award. Two stamped wooden veneer sheets, mounted to a pattern which lends them torsion and dynamism, make up the shade of the Mikado lamp. The stamped wooden strips design in the air a shape charged with sensuality, as well as adding an overall lightness to the piece and creating interesting plays of light and shadow. The strips give the shade a volumetric richness that change according to the viewing angle. Mikado is also available in suspension and floor versions.”

Reconstructed wood veneer. Low energy. Bulb included.

27.5dia x 22h (inches)

so pretty…

Purchase Information:

Price: $720.00
Availability: Buy Luzifer : Mini Mikado here

Slide Light

This would be a neat way to show some of your photography skills off…plus, you’ll look all artsy. You can interchange whatever slides you like whenever you want in this low-light showcase.

Wall mount horizontal or vertical.

small: 24″ long (13 slides)
large: 48″ long (25 slides)
Materials: White enamelled steel

anastacha chandelier

This chandelier imported from Italy takes non-traditional materials to make a traditional form.

“Designed by Bruno Rainaldi for Terzani, the Anastacha evokes the feeling of a traditional chandelier while using decidedly modern materials. Choose from transparent or black plexiglass with brushed nickel-finish hardware.

Dimensions 27.6″D X 25.6″H, 74.8″ maximum overall height.”

Purchase Information:

Price: $3,962.40
Availability: Buy anastacha chandelier here

Block Lamp by Albrizzi

I figure as long as I posted one thing over $2,000.00, I might as well post another. And I do have to say, the only reason I would post a lamp for this much money would be because I had no other choice. I love this lamp. Love with a capital L. Like hold a gun to my head and maybe even then I would have a hard time releasing it from my grasp.

Handmade of all acrylic material.

6″x6″x20″ tall

Purchase Information:

Price: $2,200.00
Availability: Buy Block Lamp by Albrizzi here

Turned Resin Pillar Holders

If I was more of a candle person, I’d probably buy these pleasantly hefty candleholders. I’m quite fond of the high gloss finish (especially the white and black).

Yellow, Black, Stem and White available.

Purchase Information:

Price: $19.00
Availability: Buy Turned Resin Pillar Holders here

Norm 03 by Britt Kornum

For this price, the Norm 03 light might just be the most affordable cool-looking lamp of the month. Don’t know about you, but I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the price.

“Norm 03 is a modern self-assembly lamp shade in 39 pieces, designed with organic and simple principles in mind. When lit Norm 03 gives a sculptural light effect on your wall. No tools or glue required. Color, White. ”

(This item’s link and price was updated 11/19/09.)

Purchase Information:

Price: $134.00
Availability: Buy Norm 03 by Britt Kornum here

Tord Boontje Blossom Chandelier

Sorry for posting something so far out of budget but this is pretty amazing so I thought it was at least news worthy. Boontje teamed up with Swarovski to create this chandelier which can be adjusted via remote to either blink or remain constantly on.

materials:
pink and clear Swarovski crystal with white LED lights

dimensions:
Approximate dimensions: 65″ x 57″, depth 35.5″

Purchase Information:

Price: $32,000.00
Availability: Buy Tord Boontje Blossom Chandelier here

Soy Devo Round Lamp

If you need a nice smallish natural linen shade lamp, you’re in luck.

Natural Linen Shade included

18″ OAH x 8″ Diameter shade
60 watt max.

Purchase Information:

Price: $60.75
Availability: Buy Soy Devo Round Lamp here