New Classics: The Luau Portable Lamp
Lasting all night on a single charge, this modern lantern offers a movable feast of light for a patio, balcony or campsite
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I got into design via Landscape Architecture, which I studied at the University of Virginia. I've been writing about design online for quite a few years over at Hatch: The Design Public Blog.
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With the holidays upon us, I've been looking for Modern Icons and New Classics that make great gifts. The Luau Portable pendant, designed by Duane Smith and Stefane Barbeau for Oxo in 2006, has a simple, beautiful shape that architects, interior designers, landscape architects and photographers can't resist. Even more irresistible is its functionality: This LED fixture gives off six to 10 hours of light on a full charge, and it can be placed anywhere you need some extra light indoors. There are no messy wires, dangerous flames or handfuls nonrechargeable D batteries required. Take a look at all the useful ways you can use this light.
The lamp uses LED lights and is dimmable, which means you can set the lighting to fit your mood.
The lamp is 15 inches high and 8 1/2 inches wide at its widest point. It weighs 3 pounds, which makes it very easy to tote from indoors to outdoors and back again. You can also use it for light while it sits upon its charging station.
I first experienced the Luau right here at my friend Lucas' loft and loved the way it added just the right amount of glow to his balcony without requiring any messy wires or a flame.
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| The Luau can supplement your permanent landscape lighting in a versatile way — you can drag it over to any spot for an intimate conversation, late-night card game or midnight picnic. |
Luau lamps are a great way to create ambience around the pool.
The orange Bullet Planter seen in this shot makes a stylish modern cooler for party drinks.
The orange Bullet Planter seen in this shot makes a stylish modern cooler for party drinks.
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| The dimmable feature means that the Luau also works well as a nightlight. However, please note that it is not recommended that children younger than 6 tinker with the Luau. |
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| While we don't have a picture demonstrating this, the stainless steel loop handle means you can hang the Luau from a tree or hook for overhead light as well. It's also handy to have a Luau around during a blackout, as a full charge can provide light overnight. Whether you're in the market for a stylish portable lantern or not, take a moment to make sure your bedside flashlight batteries are going strong. It could save you some stubbed toes and stumbles during a blizzard power outage this winter. |
Comments
Iyare I I love it!!!! Wish it were solar... I think I still might go try to get a couple for myself
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olldbobbi Becky, you find the coolest stuff! I wish it were solar, too.
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tsudhonimh Solar? Because if it needs a "charging station" it's going to be useless in a blackout unless you keep it charged all the time.
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kateskouros love this. i think i need five or six!
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rishcapps Like this light, can see lots of potential.
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