Mater Black Dome and Shade Pendal Lamp -- $ 700.00| Buy it here
I think my heart stopped at the sight of the Black Dome Lamp. What is it about black matte lamps? Maybe it’s that the appearance is so contrary to their function? Whatever the reason, these two lights are lovely and minimalist (and expensive).
The dome lamp is an iconic representation of “what is light.” Light emanates evenly in a 360 degree pattern from its source (such as in the case with the sun), so therefore the most honest approach toward the design of a lamp was a spherical solution. The design is essentially a “globe” form, “hollowed out” to allow the light to distribute. Such a mathematical solution enables the design to be timeless and familiar, however completely new in approach, as it is more of an engineering solution than a fashion-based one.
Shade Pendel Lamp (left), $1,000.00
Designed by Signe Bindslev Henriksen & Peter Bundgaard Rützou, (9.8h x 23.6w x 23.6d)
Black Dome Lamp (right), $700.00
designed by Todd Bracher, (15h x 15.7w x 15.7d)
Also by Mater: Counter Stool
[posted by katie on February 5, 2010 at 11:28 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]
Ameico BULB Pendant -- $ 175.00| Buy it here
Talk about bare bones, this glass pendant is pure and simple. If you’re the minimal type, something like this is a no-brainer for above a small dining table or work surface.
Winner of the Good Design Award, 2001 Chicago Athenaeum, BULB is almost entirely transparent, from its lampshade of clear blow glass, down to the bulb and wire casings. It has proven to be a solid and lasting design, year after year.
Designer: Sofie Refer
Features: 7.5 cord with ceiling canopy. Max 1×60w clear filament bulb or spot, E26.
The bulb is not included.
Made in Denmark.
[posted by katie on January 21, 2010 at 6:06 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]
Foscarini Diesel Rock Pendant Light -- £ 320.40
| Buy it here
Oh, look at this lovely faceted pendant light. The surface is sure to catch the light in all sorts of ways, and the black/cream is a no brainer for any color scheme.
The Rock Pendant Light is part of the ‘Successful Living’ collection by Diesel from Foscarini. Made from polycarbonate it has a black exterior and white interior. Evoking the industrial design typical of Diesel Rock has a contemporary, raw appeal which lends itself to any interior. It comes with a maximum drop available of 200cm.
Dimensions : H: 38cm; Diameter : 50cm
[posted by katie on January 14, 2010 at 7:42 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]
Design House Work Lamp, Gold and Chrome -- $ 100.00| Buy it here
Who knew a boring work lamp could look so attractive simply by a few tiny changes and some gold-plating? (I’d wager a guess there are many things that would benefit from the same transformation, though don’t go and be all completely ridiculous about it.)
The Swedish trio behind Form Us With Love–Jonas Pettersson, John Lofgren and Petrus Palmer–refined the lowly utility light into something beautiful with a few new bends of the angled cage, a dimmer switch to match your mood, and thickening those wires by plating them in chrome or gold. The naked bulb is protected–you can treat it as haphazardly as the one in your garage. But it’s so striking you’ll want to spotlight one or more in your home or office.
Packaging: Gift Box
Size: 8″ t x 5.8″ dia
Cord is 10′ long with dimmer and plug.
The lamp comes in gold-plated ($120.00) and chrome-plated ($100.00) versions.
Also available here: € 145.00
(Thanks Malin!)
[posted by katie on January 12, 2010 at 7:49 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]
Orion Pendant Lamp -- $ 295.00| Buy it here
Whoa, I sort of love this prism-shaped light. It’s a good size and has a good amount of bang for the buck. There’s also the Nigel Lamp that a slightly different shape but same price.
Metal shade.
Available in White or Black
19.75 x 17 x 21.25″
[posted by katie on December 24, 2009 at 5:53 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
Blok Pendant Lights -- $ 80.00| Buy it here | [via]
I love this simple wooden block light with its vintage style bulb. It’s a nice study in contrasts. Keep in mind that it doesn’t come with hanging hardware, but that’s easy to get (a small hook or something from the hardware store would work).
Made from a solid piece of olive wood, this light is stunningly simple in form and function. Featuring a vintage style Edison carbon filament bulb that gives off a warm orange-ish glow and allows you to see its beautiful glowing filament. This light will plug into any standard wall outlet, and comes with a 13ft black or white cord attached for easy hanging anywhere in your home.
Olive or Walnut wood.
Dimensions are: Approx. 5″ long – 2 1/4″ wide without light bulb. Bulb adds another approx. 4-5″ in length.
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[posted by katie on December 4, 2009 at 5:50 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
“Flashlight” Pendant Lights -- $ 42.00| Buy it here
These porcelain “Flashlight” pendants would be pretty fantastic either alone or in a big grouping. The price is altogether friendly too, so you could afford to get a few.
Designed by Andrea Chin
“flashlight” pendant light available in small, medium, or large.
Material: Porcelain
[posted by katie on November 19, 2009 at 4:00 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
Moooi Clusterlamp by Joel Degermark, 2004 -- $ 278.00| Buy it here
Lately I’ve been thinking of adding a modern pendant lamp in my kitchen with an old medallion for a nice little juxtaposition between old and new. I did it before in my old house and I think it created a nice effect. I just love this Moooi Cluster Lamp and think it would be a perfect modern light fixture. Moooi is one of my favorite design houses right now: they have such a tongue-in-cheek view of design with a perfect sense of proportion and flawless execution.
Dimensions 6.3″W X 6.3″H; includes 118″ of wire. Uses 3 X 60W max E26 (medium base) and 2 X 40W max E12 (candelabra base) incandescent lamps (bulbs are not included).
Ceiling Medallion:
Buy Ceiling Medallion here, $65.79
[posted by kris on October 30, 2009 at 7:58 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
Still Light by Nathalie Dewez -- € 365.00
| Buy it here
This is incredibly useful as well as lovely. The lamp slides to the desired position from the ‘T’ joint, enabling you to position the light above a table or seating area without messing too much with electrical wires.
”Electrical inlets rarely are just above the dining table…” This adjustable pendant lamp responds to this issue by combining functionality and poetry, rationalism and lightness. A lamp you can position in space like a graphic mobile. A thin line seems to float in the air; a puff of wind would have it slightly moving. According to wish or need, the whole lamp slides very simply in the T part that holds it.
Available in two sizes: 240cm and 150cm. Height adjustable. Sets of one or three lamps, sold in convenient cardboard tube package.
Materials: Stainless Steel, Finishes: Lacquered
[posted by katie on October 1, 2009 at 8:47 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
Chester Light (Pendant and Floor) -- &euro 800
| Buy it here
Holy. Someone needs to make this in porcelain so the price can be a bit more approachable, but man, for those of us that like the traditional button tufting found in the ubiquitous Chesterfield sofas, it’s a lovely sight to behold. (Dare I say this light is even ‘cute’?)
Chester designed by Bert furthermore Dennis for Belgian Dark is available as pendant and floor lamp, and refers to the famous Chesterfield furniture.
Designed for modern environments such as bars or lounges or why not at home next to chesterfield sofa.
The very outer casing of the lamp is made of leather and is available in black or white model.
Width : 15.75 inches,
Height : 16.54 inches
€800 (~$1,178.00), Buy it here.
[posted by katie on September 23, 2009 at 6:25 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2009.]
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