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I blog here: http://blog.designpublic.com/ and here: http://thebubbreport.blogspot.com/ I also have a Masters in Landscape Architecture from UVA. I currently live in a 1920s cottage in Atlanta.

Modern Lighting: Swinging from the Chandeliers (one comment)

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The other day I took a stab at modern lighting, but I didn't use half of my favorite lighting pictures here on Houzz. My absolute favorite form of lighting is the chandelier. I even try to pretend I have Mariah Carey's closet and thus installed one in my closet (Side Note: I like her CLOSET, not the butterfly sparkly too-small clothes in it).

Whether made of Swarovski crystals or pieces of scrap paper (a recent favorite was a found object chandy made on "Man Shops World"), a chandelier adds instant interest and glamour. This ideabook is just a collection of contemporary chandelier fantasies, no rules, no DOs or DON'Ts, no budget restraints:
eclectic dining room living space
What is this even made of? While it would be a dusting nightmare, this ethereal work of art would be worth the effort.
living space
color combos - orange
Holy ORANGE! What an unexpected and great contrast to the black and white room.
color combos - orange
bedroom by twolia.com
How elegant is it to lounge on a chaise underneath this fantastic round crystal chandelier. Again, the placement is unexpected and that is what makes it so stunning.
by twolia.com  
eclectic kitchen hhbrady's ideabook kitchen
Crystal glamour over the kitchen island. I'm realizing that the unexpected is what I dig most about a lot of these shots!
hhbrady's ideabook kitchen  
eclectic living room by nytimes.com
Um, yup, unexpected placement again. Chandies are not just for huge foyers and dining rooms!
by nytimes.com
traditional dining room by SchappacherWhite Ltd.
Because it is black, there is no way anyone is going to overlook this crisp chandelier.
by SchappacherWhite Ltd.
eclectic bedroom by Bockman Forbes + Glasgow, Architecture + Design
A pair of chandies that Prince would be mad for!
by Bockman Forbes + Glasgow, Architecture + Design
contemporary living room by Billinkoff Architecture PLLC
A sculptural take on the traditional chandelier shape.
by Billinkoff Architecture PLLC
modern kitchen by Bamesberger Architecture
A lovely branch shape lights up this room. The great thing about this shape is that it would work everywhere from an elegant bathroom to a rustic cabin great room.
by Bamesberger Architecture
eclectic bedroom by Feldman Architecture, LLP
Look closely. On the right side a low-hanging chandelier serves as an elegant bedside reading lamp.
by Feldman Architecture, LLP
modern dining room by usona
A stripped down modern fixture resembles a futuristic spider.
by usona
contemporary dining room by Michael Richman
This glass piece reminds me of Dale Chilhuly's work.
by Michael Richman
modern dining room by Amy Lau Design
The modern-retro asterisk chandelier works perfectly in this mid-century inspired space.
by Amy Lau Design
by racheloneill.com
This restaurant feature does not leave the drama for its mama. Smashing!
by racheloneill.com
eclectic home office Patrick Townsend Chandelier
This piece by Patrick Townsend seems like it should be a museum installation.
Patrick Townsend Chandelier
eclectic dining room by Vanessa De Vargas
Don't overlook unexpected objects for light fixtures. The coat of red paint is the perfect touch on this birdcage-shaped chandelier.
by Vanessa De Vargas
eclectic dining room Found Object Chandelier
I spied this funny found object chandelier in one of my favorite shops in Port Clyde, Maine this summer (it's called Stonefish) and I was so taken with it I had to take a shot. Unfortunately, it doesn't really go with my closet.
Found Object Chandelier
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These are some very interesting chandeliers. The orange one really stands out as a unique, oddball sort of look. Here's some cool chandliers by Kichler: http://www.novalightingstore.com/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=490&mfg=Kichler&cat=Kichler+Chandeliers
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