Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Twister Ceiling Lamp by Kolarz with Swarovski Crystal


Kolarz introduced new versions of their crystal collections with high voltage halogen bulbs. This ceiling lamp "Twister" comes with the mirror plate which reflects crystal glitter and creates double shining effect.
Available in gold and chrome plating. Swarovski crystal varies in shapes as well.

Crystal Boogie Downlight by Swarovski

PYRAMIDE the suspended crystal of Boogie luminaire sways with the slightest movement of air, setting off a dynamic play of light on the ceiling – for interesting effects in corridors and rooms in hotels and homesLamp: Swarovski recommends Osram Halostar IRC (QT12-ax), pin base GY6.35Recommended depth of insertion: 120 mmCeiling thickness: 1 - 15 mmCeiling opening: Ø 110 mmLength of pendulum: 80 mmReflector: aluminium reflector, narrow beamVoltage: 12 VPower: 50 WLocation for installation: ceiling

Elements Chandelier by Schonbek Takes on New Angular Shape


Schonbek has just expanded the appeal of its wagon-wheel-style Elements chandelier by creating square and rectangle renditions of the look. The new designs debuted in Dallas this January.

Elements designs come in a multitude of crystal colors, including three new colors for 2008.

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Modern Lighting by Luzifer


Luzifer Lamps present an amazing lighting collection that uses timber veneers, polypropylene and paper parchment in varying textures, colors and translucence. Luzifer Lamps invoke architectural forms through light and shadow, design, structure and finish, creating unique lighting for both residential and commercial environments. They're stunning and now available a 2modern.

Friday, April 11, 2008

Lu Murano Collection by Luigi Fornasier

Venetian company Fornasier Luigi presented its new "Lu-Murano" masterpiece at the annual trade show Maison&Objet this January, 2008 in Paris. It resembles a unique flower with the drops of water glittering under the sun. In reality these are tiny bulbs. The flower itself is made of Murano glass.

Botticelli Venetian Style Chandelier


Botticelli chandelier at Casa Di Luce keeps Venetian traditions of artistic glass-making adding a flare of modern trends. I like to draw parrallels between different objects in our lives and human beings(real or fictional). This chandelier reminds me of an alien singer Diva Plavalaguna from "5th element" by Luc Besson.
What do you think?
The chandelier is available in black/white, red/white, amber/white colors.
Made in Italy.

Monday, April 7, 2008

Neva Chandelier by Almerich


Spanish company Almerich created a new chandelier with Swarovski crystal pendants and called it “Neva”, taking the name of a river in St.Petersburg, Russia.There are a lot of associations connected with this name: Pushkin, Neva, Onegin, ballroom dancing

Lunar-Resonant Streetlights by Civil Twilight


The group of young architects “Civil Twilight” based in San Francisco, California has invented the “Lunar-Resonant” Streetlights, investing their talents into the environmental projects all over the world. Lunar-resonant streetlights sense and respond to ambient moonlight, dimming and brightening each month as the Moon cycles through its phases.
Utilizing available moonlight, rather than overwhelming it, saves energy and mitigates light pollution, while facilitating the urban experience of one most fundamental and beautiful cycles of nature.The company is the winner of Design Competition “Next Generation 2007” held by Metropolis magazine.

Friday, April 4, 2008

OSLO Modern Pendant


This Italian pendant "Oslo" by Claudio Saccon is a perfect solution for counter tops, hallways, dining rooms. The height is adjustable, the lampshades come in two different sizes and three colors: red, brown and white.