Lighting

Edited by Karen D. Singh -- Interior Design, 8/1/2004 12:00:00 AM

Zip and Zing

Created by Berlin designer-artist Frank Oehring, Anta's Zac light defines adjustability. A 7-millimeter fluorescent tube sends light through apertures in the satin-chrome table lamp, forming soft ribbons of glow. 59 Osterbrooksweg, 22869 Schenefeld, Germany; 49-40-839-1037; anta.de. circle 357

Odue by Oasis

Based on the organic arrangement of leaves on a tree branch, Cylene is made of high-density polyurethane lacquered in high-gloss coral red, white, or silver. Strategically placed fluorescent bulbs provide dappled down-lighting. 8 Via Primo Maggio, 33070 Budoia (Pordenone), Italy; 39-0434-654752; odue.it. circle 374

Modiss

Alfonso Fontal's Copenhague table lamp gives new life to 1960's chic. Available in topaz, turquoise, and other vibrant colors, the transparent shade of methacrylate polymer clips to a satin-aluminum stand that supports an incandescent bulb horizontally. 185 Calle Bolivia, 08018 Barcelona, Spain; 34-93-303-4003; modiss.com. circle 375

Goldsmith

Known for its sturdy retail-display products, this manufacturer's artful lighting is perfect for high-traffic corporate and hospitality installations. The LA-2 floor lamp's tinted-resin body is offered in custom colors, as is the linen shade. 10-09 43rd Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101; 718-937-8476; goldsmith-inc.com. circle 379

Bruck Lighting Systems

One petite fixture that's capable of three beam spreads, the Ledra LED display light can illuminate both your miniatures and your full-size Guernica reproduction. The 12-inch-long matte chrome stem can accommodate up to five lights in a single drive. 3505-L5 Cadillac Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714-424-0500; brucklighting.com. circle 376

Estiluz

Pure of form, Leonardo Marelli's 2363 fixture features a handblown glass sphere set on a steel tripod base. Measuring 14 3/8 inches in diameter and 16 3/8 inches high, the piece accepts either halogen or incandescent bulbs. 235 Moonachie Road, Moonachie, NJ 07074; 201-641-1997; estiluz.com. circle 377

Kundalini

Cleverly multitasking Sama doubles as a CD rack, thanks to slats strategically placed in the laser-cut acrylic shade—filtering light while storing compact discs. The Sama family includes a floor lamp as well as table and ceiling fixtures in two sizes. Available in orange, red, blue, or bougainvillea, all with a white varnished-steel base. 34 Via Francesco De Santis, 20141 Milan, Italy; 39-0284-800088; kundalini.it. circle 378

Oxygen Lighting

Like a minimalist sculpture, the charming Lunetta pendant features an off-center frosted-glass sphere held inside a bent-steel cube. The fixture is suspended from a satin-nickel hook, via a near-invisible aircraft cable. 580 Broadway, Suite 900, New York, NY 10012; 212-219-2333; oxygenlighting.com. circle 358

PaganiStudio

Balancing geometric forms with translucent materials, Aquila Quartz layers rectangles of alabaster and hand-laid quartz in a waxed-bronze frame. Sure to add drama to any ceiling, the chandelier measures 48 inches square with a 24-inch drop. 45 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 718-246-5206; paganistudio.com. circle 359 Profiles, 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1211, New York, NY 10016; 212-689-6903. circle 360

Mathieu Lustrerie

A Harry Winston of the lighting world, this third-generation Provençal company delivers modern dazzle by embellishing unusual forms with European crystal beading. Creations range from whimsical dragonflies to oversize bells and abstract pieces, such as this wavy Khatmandou fixture. 200 Lexington Avenue, Suite 407, New York, NY 10016; 212-683-2081; mathieulustrerie.com. circle 363

Boyd Lighting

Patterned after the fins of 1950's cars, five streamlined styles make up Doyle Crosby's Lantern series. Available with incandescent or fluorescent lamping, Futura Lantern is formed from 1/4-inch-thick solid copper. Finish options are satin copper, antique copper, polished copper, satin nickel, or polished nickel. 944 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107; 415-778-4300; boydlighting.com. circle 361

Donghia Furniture/Textiles

Available in playful aquamarine blue and rosa pink as well as tobacco brown and other colors, Alba is a table lamp in handblown Italian glass. This bubbly belle measures 12 inches in diameter and 21 inches high. Lamping is incandescent. 979 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022; 800-366-4442; donghia.com. circle 362

JGoodDesign

This studio's eight recent introductions nod to the lighter side of lighting. Witness the Dome sconce. Lamping is incandescent, hardware is aluminum or custom options, and the olivelike handblown glass form comes in custom colors as well as clear, steel blue, amber, dark purple, and—of course—olive green. 24 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011; 212-475-0479; jgooddesign.com. circle 369

Nora De Rudder

An Alfred Hitchcock–inspired juxtaposition of the surreal and the avian, aptly titled Birds is shaded by duck feathers and taxidermied wings. These strangely poetic, surprisingly elegant creations are produced on a per-order basis. 32-9-223-31-41; noraderudder@hotmail.comnoraderudder@hotmail.comnoraderudder@hotmail.com. circle 370

Lyx.com

Exploding the definition of the chandelier, Kristall's acrylic rods are illuminated by a hidden fiber-optic halogen source. This 45-inch-long stunner also features an aluminum drop and base. 57 Östermalmsgatan, 114 50 Stockholm, Sweden; 46-733-66-33-22; lyx.com. circle 373

William Switzer

This manufacturer's signature sensuality flows through the 1694 Two Light Art Deco sconce, offered in nickel or antiqued brass. The curvaceous incandescent fixture comes in two versions: 6 1/2 inches deep for most uses and 4 inches deep for corporate and hospitality. 6-611 Alexander Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A 1E1, Canada; 604-255-5911; williamswitzercollection.com. circle 372

Publique Living

Interlocking slats of maple or walnut distinguish Lian Ng's austere Woven Veneer incandescent lamp. Available in three sizes, from 11 to 26 inches high and 10 to 16 inches wide. 301 Monterey Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94131; 415-305-1999; publiqueliving.com. circle 371

EW Designs

Inspired by the exoticism of North Africa and the Far East, Elizabeth Whipple's handcrafted lamps are quite a turn-on. Witness Serene TL033, in brass and copper layered with Philippine capiz shells and topped by a shade in champagne silk shantung. 1440 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94109; 415-346-3409; ewdesignlamps.com. circle 364

Schonbek Worldwide Lighting

Giving vintage forms an updated twist, lighthearted Diadem's hand-cut crystal body is decked out with an exotic silk shade. Gold curves and indigo piping lend a dose of whimsy to the combination of sapphire and turquoise. Available in two sizes. 61 Industrial Boulevard, Plattsburgh, NY 12901; 518-563-7500; schonbek.com. circle 365

Corbin Bronze

Exemplifying Tom Corbin's dexterous metalwork, the Vessel floor lamp stands 69 inches high. The bronze base comes in brown, black, or green-brown finishes or with a natural patina. 201 Wyandotte Street, Suite 102, Kansas City, MO 64105; 816-842-0496; corbinbronze.com. circle 366

Palmer Hargrave

Embellished by a proprietary finish, Kerry Joyce's handcrafted solid-brass Taylor House incandescent sconce exemplifies understated traditionalism. The classic lotus shape—distinguished by a faux telescope base and a turnkey toggle—measures 20 1/2 inches high and 8 inches wide. 308 West Mill Street, Plainville, KS 67663; 785-434-2011; palmerhargrave.com. circle 368

Tracy Glover

Ladylike proportions and savvy styling lend Turk ample appeal. Accepting a 75-watt incandescent bulb, the lamp supports two oversize multicolored glass beads and a striped finial on a cast-iron base. Offered in gray, light blue, steel blue, aurora, celery, or berry. 1655 Elmwood Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910; 401-461-1560; tracygloverstudio.com. circle 367