I like this even more knowing there's velvet involved.

"Swedens own, Design Dessert, has created this steel frame pendant with velvet flocking. Emperors Lamp stresses the conflict between objectively visible and the individually perceived. Other colors not shown on this site: Pink, brown, black."

Steel, Velvet.
27.5" diameter x 27.5"h.
Available in Green, Red and Yellow.
$345.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This is one crazy octopus-like chandelier, but the industrial feel could look very good in the right sort of setting. Looks like you'd have license to hang it however you'd like, so that could be fun figuring out whether to go symmetrical or all-out random.

Around the turn of the century, designers like Adolf Loos were drawn to the austere beauty of industrial light fixtures and adapted them for home interiors. In that spirit, we’ve taken the bare essentials of lighting - wires, sockets and bulbs - and elevated them to a lofty aesthetic. The chandelier can be hung in any configuration to suit any room's decor. Ten fabric-covered cords extend from a circular bronzed ceiling plate. Clear oversized bulbs have visible filaments (included). Cords are 46" l.

Overall: 5.5" diameter, 50.5" long
Canopy: 5.5" diameter, 1.5" high

$399.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

I like how this looks kind of upside down and how the historic bulbs play off the otherwise modern styling.

Lighting distilled to its essence. Created by acclaimed designer Rico Espinet, this industrial-chic chandelier pairs a thick band of bronze-finished metal with 12 exposed bulbs. A dramatic centerpiece for the dining room or entry, it's suspended from three fixed rods attached to an adjustable center rod. Uses twelve 40W max. type A historic bulbs (included). UL-approved. Professional installation recommended. 24" diam.; height adjusts from 46" to 82".

$1,150.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

I recently saw this in person and it's pretty spectacular.

The James R. Moder Broadway Linear Crystal Chandelier is old-world, crystal magnificence in a contemporary setting. Crystals hang from both ends of multiple strands that can be wound around the central fixture. Truly, no two Broadway chandeliers are the same, as the strands can be positioned randomly, creating a unique layer of crystal on both sides of the Candelabra lamps.

[posted by katie]

If you can get past the price tag, this light is actually pretty spectacular.

'Sustainable and stylish, these light fixtures of cascading flowers are designed from recycled bottle-bases that have been cleaned, sanded and tagged together by hand. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. Choose 8", 10", 12" or 14". All measure 5 3/4" in width. Items featured 8" Cascade.'

(note: I think that the options for length is meant to read in feet, not inches, fyi.)

[posted by katie]

I'm sure you could get creative and find lots of surprising places to put these mini-chandeliers.

'designed by new york-based Brit chris collicott, these mini-LED chandeliers operate on 3 AAA batteries (not included) and range in measurements from 5" to 7"- adding a touch of elegance to those cramped areas. an adaptor is available separately. inspiration, according to Mr. Collicott: "Chandeliers are always so grand and aloof, I thought it would be fun to bring one down to size. The mini-chandelier's portability creates opportunities for fun: hanging in a car, on a tree, in a closet, or grouped together -- a chandelier-elier, so to speak."'

LED mini-chandelier (on right) (LP15), $18.00
available in clear, black or pink versions. 5" x 5" x 5"

Mini-LED tier chandelier (middle) (lp17), $30.00
5" x 5" x 5"

Imperial LED chandelier (on left) (LP20), $30.00
7" diameter x 8"h.

[posted by katie]

This looks amazing. I love the delicate frames with the tiny lights suspended within- it must be beautiful to watch it spin slowly around...

"As its name implies, Orchadia is both delicate and beautiful. Originally designed as a large-scale lighting installation, it is now available in a smaller, more practical version. Made from a Printed Circuit Board, tiny, honey-colored lights float within a robotically animated network of elegant, teardrop frames. Though resembling LEDs, the lights are actually incandescent bulbs, whose power lasts just as long, but radiate a warmer, more comfortable light. Incredibly thin wire, contributed by renowned wire sculptor, Roger Stevens, holds all the components together, creating an animated effect that is enchanting, inspiring and stunningly beautiful."

19.75" x 47.25" overall size, 7m cord length

[posted by katie]

I think I first learned of Stuart Haygarth from Mocoloco when they did a post on his Tide Chandelier. After seeing it I wanted to start collecting colorful garbage to make something similar, but, of course, that idea got lost by the wayside.

Anyway, if you haven't seen or heard of his work yet, I strongly encourage you to take a look. He uses collections of objects to create beautiful chandeliers- his quote will summarize his projects better than I ever could:

"The objects are normally collected in large quantities categorized and assembled in a way that transforms their meaning. My work is about giving banal and overlooked objects a new significance. The finished piece of work takes various forms such as chandeliers, installations, functional and sculptural objects."

Prices range from £ 2500 GBP to £ 12000 GBP.

[posted by katie]

Lace isn't my favorite thing, but these lamps sure are...they're interesting- both lovely and weird. These are only available for immediate purchase for the European market, but others are available upon request.

Made in stainless or white lacquered steel.

Small pendant, one ring Ø 190 mm
Medium pendant, one ring Ø 320 mm
Large pendant, two rings Ø 630 mm and 190 mm
X-large pendant, three rings Ø 630 mm, 320 mm and 190 mm
Table lamp, height 500 mm, diameter 320 mm, white cord 180 cm


[posted by katie]

I'm quite fond of the seemingly random light strings of Patrick Townsend, and the chandelier isn't too shabby either.

Handmade mini light chandelier (left)
H 32” D 32"

Handmade mini light string.(far right)
84" in length with 19 mini bulbs.

Handmade mini light string.
60" in length with 10 mini bulbs. (middle)