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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:
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
Holy ORANGE! What an unexpected and great contrast to the black and white room.
color combos - orange
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  
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
Um, yup, unexpected placement again. Chandies are not just for huge foyers and dining rooms!
by nytimes.com
Because it is black, there is no way anyone is going to overlook this crisp chandelier.
by SchappacherWhite Ltd.  
A pair of chandies that Prince would be mad for!
by Bockman Forbes + Glasgow, Architecture + Design
A sculptural take on the traditional chandelier shape.
by Billinkoff Architecture PLLC
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
Look closely. On the right side a low-hanging chandelier serves as an elegant bedside reading lamp.
by Feldman Architecture, Inc.
A stripped down modern fixture resembles a futuristic spider.
by usona
This glass piece reminds me of Dale Chilhuly's work.
by Michael Richman
The modern-retro asterisk chandelier works perfectly in this mid-century inspired space.
by Amy Lau Design
This restaurant feature does not leave the drama for its mama. Smashing!
by racheloneill.com
This piece by Patrick Townsend seems like it should be a museum installation.
Patrick Townsend Chandelier
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
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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