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James works on his balsa-wood blimp in the family workspace, illuminated by a Kelvin LED Table Lamp from Flos.
James works on his balsa-wood blimp in the family workspace, illuminated by a Kelvin LED Table Lamp from Flos.
The Pixo Desk Lamp is a consistent Dwell Store best seller. Designed by Pablo and Fernando Pardo with sustainability in mind, the lamp was created with a small footprint and a compact, energy-saving LED light. The ultra-efficient lamp features a swiveling light shade that makes it easy to focus and redirect light as needed. The Pixo Desk Lamp is currently on sale for 15% off at the Dwell Store until 10/23/2014.
The Pixo Desk Lamp is a consistent Dwell Store best seller. Designed by Pablo and Fernando Pardo with sustainability in mind, the lamp was created with a small footprint and a compact, energy-saving LED light. The ultra-efficient lamp features a swiveling light shade that makes it easy to focus and redirect light as needed. The Pixo Desk Lamp is currently on sale for 15% off at the Dwell Store until 10/23/2014.
Utilizing lightweight LED technology, Arik Levy's Wireflow pendant lamps are an airy, geometric take on lighting design.
Utilizing lightweight LED technology, Arik Levy's Wireflow pendant lamps are an airy, geometric take on lighting design.
The Ball Portable Outdoor LED Lamp ($119-$299) is another study in simplicity: waterproof and shockproof, these rechargeable LED lamps come in either 10, 14, or 20-inch diameters. Its elementary, spherical form translates to endless applications: arranged in patterns on a lawn, deployed within a pool, mounted atop a table (as seen here) and more. One charge means 8 to 10 hours of use.
The Ball Portable Outdoor LED Lamp ($119-$299) is another study in simplicity: waterproof and shockproof, these rechargeable LED lamps come in either 10, 14, or 20-inch diameters. Its elementary, spherical form translates to endless applications: arranged in patterns on a lawn, deployed within a pool, mounted atop a table (as seen here) and more. One charge means 8 to 10 hours of use.
Sebastian Schönheit's powder-coated aluminum December Standard lamp disperses light from LEDs housed within its specially-crafted circular aluminum lamp shade.
Sebastian Schönheit's powder-coated aluminum December Standard lamp disperses light from LEDs housed within its specially-crafted circular aluminum lamp shade.
Wireless M Lamp, $220 at the Dwell Store The innovative Wireless M Lamp was inspired by miners’ lamps of the 19th century. Designed by British designer David Irwin for Juniper, the M Lamp is a portable task lamp that can be used in a variety of spaces, including bedrooms and offices.
Wireless M Lamp, $220 at the Dwell Store The innovative Wireless M Lamp was inspired by miners’ lamps of the 19th century. Designed by British designer David Irwin for Juniper, the M Lamp is a portable task lamp that can be used in a variety of spaces, including bedrooms and offices.
Silva Table Lamp by Cerno ($427 at rypen.com)
Silva Table Lamp by Cerno ($427 at rypen.com)
Smart LED Desk Lamp by Satechi, $99 Set this lamp to one of four light settings, depending on your work mode. A bright, full-spectrum shine keeps you awake through all-nighters, and a warm yellow glow prepares you for bed. It comes with a USB port, and the LEDs have a 40,000-hour life expectancy.
Smart LED Desk Lamp by Satechi, $99 Set this lamp to one of four light settings, depending on your work mode. A bright, full-spectrum shine keeps you awake through all-nighters, and a warm yellow glow prepares you for bed. It comes with a USB port, and the LEDs have a 40,000-hour life expectancy.
The Follow Me Portable Lamp from Marset is another one of Fehrenbacher's favorites. “I love this adorable, mushroom-shaped lamp so much. It somehow manages to be both modernly minimalist and fairytale evocative without being overly cutesy. I love that it is an LED lamp, and that it has a wooden handle.”
The Follow Me Portable Lamp from Marset is another one of Fehrenbacher's favorites. “I love this adorable, mushroom-shaped lamp so much. It somehow manages to be both modernly minimalist and fairytale evocative without being overly cutesy. I love that it is an LED lamp, and that it has a wooden handle.”
Ketra's A20 lamp is a fully tunable, calibrated light source that ranks high on the color rendering index for its white, pastels, and saturated colors. It can dim to .1 percent—unlike other LED lighting, which usually dims to 5 percent, says Ketra CEO Nav Sooch.
Ketra's A20 lamp is a fully tunable, calibrated light source that ranks high on the color rendering index for its white, pastels, and saturated colors. It can dim to .1 percent—unlike other LED lighting, which usually dims to 5 percent, says Ketra CEO Nav Sooch.
The Companion table lamp is lit by an LED bulb.
The Companion table lamp is lit by an LED bulb.
Another piece from Matti Syrjälä is the LED-illuminated Miina lamp, comprised of mouth-blown acidified glass and elm wood. Miina is Finnish for land mine, by the way.
Another piece from Matti Syrjälä is the LED-illuminated Miina lamp, comprised of mouth-blown acidified glass and elm wood. Miina is Finnish for land mine, by the way.
The Craft Table Lamp from the Freeform Lamp Series by John Procario, based in Cold Spring, New York. The bent white-oak frame is inlaid with LEDs.
The Craft Table Lamp from the Freeform Lamp Series by John Procario, based in Cold Spring, New York. The bent white-oak frame is inlaid with LEDs.
The innovative Wireless M Lamp was inspired by miners’ lamps of the 19th century. Designed by British designer David Irwin for Juniper, the M Lamp is a portable task lamp that is designed to complement a modern lifestyle. The powerful LED lamp is rechargeable, and can be used as a table or desk lamp, and be carried from room to room. A great gift for any design seeker, the Wireless M Lamp is a distinctive and smart light source.
The innovative Wireless M Lamp was inspired by miners’ lamps of the 19th century. Designed by British designer David Irwin for Juniper, the M Lamp is a portable task lamp that is designed to complement a modern lifestyle. The powerful LED lamp is rechargeable, and can be used as a table or desk lamp, and be carried from room to room. A great gift for any design seeker, the Wireless M Lamp is a distinctive and smart light source.
At night, the exterior is lit with small LED bulbs for minimum impact. Steps are carved directly into the mountain landscape, leading visitors into one of the home’s two main entrances.
At night, the exterior is lit with small LED bulbs for minimum impact. Steps are carved directly into the mountain landscape, leading visitors into one of the home’s two main entrances.
Composed of two simple components, the Brick Lamp has an industrial look that will complement a rustic interior or provide a distinctive contrast to a sleek, modern room. In two different shades of black, the Brick Lamp is a neutral light with a sculptural slant. Designed by Philippe Malouin, the lamp is comprised of a perforated concrete brick and an aluminum cylinder outfitted with an LED array. The LED can be moved in a variety of places, making it an adjustable lamp for a desk, nightstand, or shelf. The Brick Lamp’s horizontal LED is balanced by the substantial, vertical brick, making the lamp a balanced light source.
Composed of two simple components, the Brick Lamp has an industrial look that will complement a rustic interior or provide a distinctive contrast to a sleek, modern room. In two different shades of black, the Brick Lamp is a neutral light with a sculptural slant. Designed by Philippe Malouin, the lamp is comprised of a perforated concrete brick and an aluminum cylinder outfitted with an LED array. The LED can be moved in a variety of places, making it an adjustable lamp for a desk, nightstand, or shelf. The Brick Lamp’s horizontal LED is balanced by the substantial, vertical brick, making the lamp a balanced light source.
Designed by Japanese product designer Naoto Fukasawa, the Demetra Table Lamp offers focused, customizable light for your workspace. An adjustable arm allows you to position the light where you need it most, while the sleek painted aluminum exterior lends style to your desktop.
Designed by Japanese product designer Naoto Fukasawa, the Demetra Table Lamp offers focused, customizable light for your workspace. An adjustable arm allows you to position the light where you need it most, while the sleek painted aluminum exterior lends style to your desktop.
A streamlined multi-tasker, the D’E-Light Task Lamp is defined by its strong horizontal lines and an LED panel that gives off consistent light. The lamp features a charging dock for an iPhone, too.
A streamlined multi-tasker, the D’E-Light Task Lamp is defined by its strong horizontal lines and an LED panel that gives off consistent light. The lamp features a charging dock for an iPhone, too.
The Vessel Portable Outdoor LED Lamp - Pebble ($209) is easier to carry than you think: the small wooden detail at its top lifts up to become a handle. It's also shockproof, waterproof, rechargeable, and cordless.
The Vessel Portable Outdoor LED Lamp - Pebble ($209) is easier to carry than you think: the small wooden detail at its top lifts up to become a handle. It's also shockproof, waterproof, rechargeable, and cordless.
Vila D’Acosta-Calheiros hung a space-saving wall shelf in the library. The table is by Eero Saarinen; the Tolomeo lamp is by Michele de Lucchi for Artemide. The red beanbag-like Sacco chair is by Zanotta, as is the Sciangai coatrack in the hall, beyond.
Vila D’Acosta-Calheiros hung a space-saving wall shelf in the library. The table is by Eero Saarinen; the Tolomeo lamp is by Michele de Lucchi for Artemide. The red beanbag-like Sacco chair is by Zanotta, as is the Sciangai coatrack in the hall, beyond.
In the master bedroom, a Droog Milk Bottle lamp hangs next to a Fluttua Bed designed by Daniele Lago. An artwork by Brooke Westlund hangs over a custom pet door for the client’s dog, Kona.
In the master bedroom, a Droog Milk Bottle lamp hangs next to a Fluttua Bed designed by Daniele Lago. An artwork by Brooke Westlund hangs over a custom pet door for the client’s dog, Kona.
A black side table rests outside the bedroom hallway.
A black side table rests outside the bedroom hallway.
Alberto and Francesco Meda's Aledin LED table lamp for Kartell, available with two different head designs, has a simple stand consisting of aluminum rods.
Alberto and Francesco Meda's Aledin LED table lamp for Kartell, available with two different head designs, has a simple stand consisting of aluminum rods.
The name of this item—Thin LED Task Lamp—says it all. Designed by Peter Bristol for Juniper, it packs a lot of light in a small package: it can produce over 500 lumens of warm, white light in an ultra-thin body that can extend to three feet, or alternatively, fold in half to a discreet rod.
The name of this item—Thin LED Task Lamp—says it all. Designed by Peter Bristol for Juniper, it packs a lot of light in a small package: it can produce over 500 lumens of warm, white light in an ultra-thin body that can extend to three feet, or alternatively, fold in half to a discreet rod.
Trapeze LED Task Lamp - Large - White Designed by Peter Stathis | Light & Contrast
Trapeze LED Task Lamp - Large - White Designed by Peter Stathis | Light & Contrast
“At first we thought we might not need that much space, but then we started thinking long term. We look at this house as the home of our lifetime.” —Guido Chiavelli
“At first we thought we might not need that much space, but then we started thinking long term. We look at this house as the home of our lifetime.” —Guido Chiavelli
Arbel’s projects—both products and architectural commissions—follow a chronological numbering system. The house itself is his 23rd design, while the one-of-a-kind glass pendants that accent nearly every room like a starscape are called “28.”
Arbel’s projects—both products and architectural commissions—follow a chronological numbering system. The house itself is his 23rd design, while the one-of-a-kind glass pendants that accent nearly every room like a starscape are called “28.”
Brammy and Kyprianou hung Koura pendant lights by New Zealand designer David Trubridge above the dining area. Their organic forms and diamond-shaped shadows create intimacy in the vast space. Among Bilardo’s contributions were the black tulipwood cabinetry and ceiling and the cantilevered concrete countertop that appears to go through the glass wall.
Brammy and Kyprianou hung Koura pendant lights by New Zealand designer David Trubridge above the dining area. Their organic forms and diamond-shaped shadows create intimacy in the vast space. Among Bilardo’s contributions were the black tulipwood cabinetry and ceiling and the cantilevered concrete countertop that appears to go through the glass wall.
Designer Christiane Hogner, Bruxelles
Designer Christiane Hogner, Bruxelles
For the dining room, Freeman and Feldmann swapped their tiny table for developer John Walker's larger one since he was moving into a smaller space. They topped it with a $12 pendant lamp from Ikea and finished the "room" with a counsel from West Elm.
For the dining room, Freeman and Feldmann swapped their tiny table for developer John Walker's larger one since he was moving into a smaller space. They topped it with a $12 pendant lamp from Ikea and finished the "room" with a counsel from West Elm.
Mays chose Graham & Brown’s Verve Stripe wallpaper for the downstairs bedroom. The chrome lamp is vintage.
Mays chose Graham & Brown’s Verve Stripe wallpaper for the downstairs bedroom. The chrome lamp is vintage.
A vintage lamp and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Spool clock embody the mid-century feel of Soheil and Nima Nakhshab’s design for a California family home.
A vintage lamp and George Nelson’s Marshmallow sofa and Spool clock embody the mid-century feel of Soheil and Nima Nakhshab’s design for a California family home.
The living room is populated with a molded plywood Eames chair and a vintage Italian lamp.
The living room is populated with a molded plywood Eames chair and a vintage Italian lamp.
We have been fans of Brooklyn-based Workstead for years, and we wouldn’t turn down their wall lamp (or any of their lamps) if it wanted to stay at our place. $475
We have been fans of Brooklyn-based Workstead for years, and we wouldn’t turn down their wall lamp (or any of their lamps) if it wanted to stay at our place. $475
But best of all, the CREE LED Bulb emits a natural, incandescent-like light, making it a great bulb to light any space in your home. Plus, you'll feel good when using it: conversion to LED-only lighting could cut lighting-based energy consumption in half.
But best of all, the CREE LED Bulb emits a natural, incandescent-like light, making it a great bulb to light any space in your home. Plus, you'll feel good when using it: conversion to LED-only lighting could cut lighting-based energy consumption in half.

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