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Vesuvius candlestick

Candlestick holder that resembles melted wax. I love it.

tall (glazed)

designer:
Ted Muehling

design year:
2005

manufacturer:
Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg, Germany

materials:
white glazed porcelain

dimensions:
5″ high

Purchase Information:

Price: $275.00
Availability: Buy Vesuvius candlestick here

Bloom Pot

Nice effect.

“The oversized Bloom Pot serves as both a plant holder and an outdoor light, containing four long-lasting LED lights, which provide more than 40,000 hours of use. Deep enough to hold large plants and flower groupings, the lightweight and weather-resistant pot can also be used indoors as portable accent lighting in lobbies and restaurants. When lit, only the color of the pot and light are visible; not potting material. Low voltage 12v transformer. Made in The Netherlands.”

Potting Dimensions:
Reservoir: 15″ deep, 22″ diameter at top of reservoir, 12″ diameter at bottom of reservoir
Inside well at bottom: 11″ side to side
Drain: 5.5″ long

Purchase Information:

Price: $348
Availability: Buy Bloom Pot here

El Ultimo Grito

Now here’s a quick solution to those of you afraid of rewiring light fixtures…This aluminum ceiling light shade simply slips over any existing light bulb/wire. No pliers or toolbelt required. There’s optional (powder coated) interior color of blue or red. Natural (without color) is shown.

16″ diameter x 10″ high

Purchase Information:

Price: $121.00
Availability: Buy El Ultimo Grito here

tapered wood table lamp

This lamp has a great shape and a price that’s not hard to swallow.

“Classic geometry and proportion in smooth hardwood. White fabric drum shade. Bulb not included. 100W. UL listed. White (shown) or chocolate.
14″diam shade x 23″h. “

Purchase Information:

Price: $99.00
Availability: Buy tapered wood table lamp here

Meridian Table Lamps

Here’s a nice lamp with a decent price tag. You’ve got three sizes to choose from and, if the mood strikes, you also have the option of some neat patterned shades (not shown here).

Solid linen or printed silk shade. Brushed nickel finish base.

Purchase Information:

Price: $85.00
Availability: Buy Meridian Table Lamps here

Outdoor Stone Lamps

These would make a delightful companion to the moon’s soft glow. Or, you know, they’d look cool.
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Purchase Information:

Price: $316.00
Availability: Buy Outdoor Stone Lamps here

14 series pendant lights by omer arbel

Holy cow, I love these lights. Seriously, I think they’re spectacular.

“designed by omer arbel, the 14 series consist of small cast glass 4″ diameter pendants. designed to function en masse, the pendants are drilled to contain a 10 watt halogen bulb and suspended using cable. the result is that the fixtures appear to consist of light bubbles floating in mid-air. imperfections in the glass spheres add to this effect.”

series 14 pendant canopy, one
$305.00

series 14 pendant, one, with track adapter
$325.00

series 14 pendant, three version
available in deep canopy, brushed nickel finish only
$825.00

series 14 pendant, five version new!
available in deep canopy, brushed nickel finish only.
$1380.00

series 14 pendant, twenty five version
available in deep canopy, brushed nickel finish only. delivery time may change. additional freight will apply.

Purchase Information:

Price: $8820.00
Availability: Buy 14 series pendant lights by omer arbel here

Table Lamp – Yellow

Why, oh why is this lamp so darned expensive? Maybe ’cause it’s a lot larger than this photograph suggests? Or maybe because it’s hand made in Holland? Whatever the reason, I wish it wasn’t so much because I want it.

15.5Dx38H

Purchase Information:

Price: $665.00
Availability: Buy Table Lamp – Yellow here

Arik Levy: Kaz Candleholder/Sculpture

It’s a candleholder! It’s made of high quality clear crystal, so it’s got some heft to it and it’s named after one of the mountains in the Aegean part of Turkey (that looks like an iceberg.

Size: 9″ high

Purchase Information:

Price: $150.00
Availability: Buy Arik Levy: Kaz Candleholder/Sculpture here

Clusterlamp by Joel Degermark

Now, here’s something that you can change up whenever you see fit. I like it lots.

“the clusterlamp is a simple polycarbonate suspension fixture that permits the user to place emphasis on the type of bulb used for overall appearance rather than a shade.”

3 cluster: 2 X E27 & 1 x E14 100W max total
5 cluster: 3 x E27 & 2 x E14 100W max.

(This item’s link and price was updated 10/30/09.)

Purchase Information:

Price: $287.00
Availability: Buy Clusterlamp by Joel Degermark here

Pendant shade

I was at a the Super Target near my office yesterday and was confused and pleasantly surprised when I found several decorative items that I wanted. Usually when target tries to do modern, they get the scale and materials all wrong–usually way too small and junky. But Target did it this time! The had lamps that were at least 3 feet high, throw blankets that were mohair and some pieces were solid wood! I was astonished. I entirely recommend that if you have one nearby, and want some finishing touches, stop by and check it out. Don’t misunderstand me. You will not think you have accidentally wandered into Neiman Marcus, but you WILL think Target is taking it up a notch. The reason I recommend that you actually go visit the store is because the photos they have on the site do not do the products justice.

It’s in their Global Bazaar collection, “where the possibilities are endless but the supply is limited.” Consider yourself warned.

This particular item is a great hanging pendant light with a fabric drum shade.

-Features a 15Lโ€™ clear cord
-Requires a 100-watt bulb (not included)
-Part of the Global Bazaar collection
-10.5″ H x 18″ dia.

Update: This item is no longer available through original retailer.

Purchase Information:

Price: $34.99
Availability: Buy Pendant shade here

Venus Flatlight

So pretty…and quite affordable.

“This light transforms 2D materials into innovative 3D lighting. Shipped flat, it assembles in minutes, offering flexible options for a variety of interiors. Made of PVC and steel.”

Venus: 14h x 8.75w x 7″ diam.

Purchase Information:

Price: $59.95
Availability: Buy Venus Flatlight here

Smart Candle Light

Here’s an alternative for those of you that have that nagging worry about fire. Sure, this looks like it’s a flickering candle, except it’s not. Powered by triple-A’s, you can now enjoy that lovely glow without the worry.

Glass shell, plastic insert. Two AAA batteries included.

5″x2.5″

(Link and price updated June 23, 2011.)

Purchase Information:

Price: $14.50
Available from: Smart Candle

Lexon Dolmen LED Light

This little light is the perfect little size for a perfect little space.

LED light on wood base.

approx 5 x 5 x 3.15″

Purchase Information:

Price: $60.00
Availability: Buy Lexon Dolmen LED Light here

Tube Light by Marcel Wanders

And of course I like this light because it’s designed by Mr. Wanders. I’m waiting for something he designs to come along and illicit strong feelings of dislike, but it hasn’t happend yet. This Tube Light is pvc/cotton laminate with a metal frame.

available in white, black, graphite and grey. 88.5″cord length.

25.6″ x 7.9 “diameter

Purchase Information:

Price: $189.00
Availability: Buy Tube Light by Marcel Wanders here