Under Glass
Tracy Glover’s Silver Lining chandelier, which recently debuted at the 2012 International Contemporary Furniture Fair, showcases handblown glass elements suspended on stainless-steel cable strands. Illuminated glass diffusers are interspersed with smaller orbs; glass pieces and canopy are customizable. Made to order through Maine Cottage. tracygloverstudio.com;
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A Modern Glow
Nine lights and a smoked-crystal diffuser lend Graffiti 154-49 from Corbett Lighting a definite glow. A contemporary-style chandelier with an adjustable stem, Graffiti is available in Silver Leaf and Polished Chrome finishes through area Annapolis Lighting locations.
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Industrial Strength
Diesel extends its signature industrial style in clothing and footwear to a new lighting line for Foscarini. Inspired by the look of actual metal pipes, the Pipe lamp diffuses light across an entire surface. Available as a floor or table lamp, in white or gray. diesel.foscarini.com
Mid-Century Modern
From Rejuvenation’s Mid-Century collection comes the modern Astron Tri Chandelier. Scandinavian in style, this playful custom fixture is designed to evenly distribute light and minimize glare. A mahogany tri-spoke spreader holds aloft the painted and metal pieces that make up the outer ring, inner cone and ceiling canopy. rejuvenation.com
French Flair
Inspired by a French apothecary light, the Coup pendant was designed by David Iatesta for use in the dining room, over the kitchen island or above a billiard table. Made of copper with a patinated finish, the fixture is available in custom sizes and finishes, with Edison bulbs that are in keeping with its style. davidiatesta.com
Inner Beauty
Bocci’s Series 28.37 pendant lamp is composed of glass spheres containing inner shapes, one of which is made of opaque milk glass and houses a low-voltage lamp. Series 28.37 is available in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes exclusively through Apartment Zero. apartmentzero.com; bocci.ca
All in the Details
The lantern-inspired Waterloo collection from Hudson Valley Lighting offers a slender, polished-nickel frame, faceted crystal spheres and details such as transparent candle covers, white fabric wiring and a diamond motif on the chain. dominionelectric.com;
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Aged with Grace
The large-scale Axel Orb chandelier from Currey & Company conveys an air of rustic sophistication. A steel framework supports the fixture’s curved wooden slats, which are stained chestnut and then slightly washed to create an aged appearance. Available through Dulles Electric Supply. dulleselectric.com; curreyco.com
On the Table
Designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for FLOS, Piani is an LED table lamp made from aluminum and ABS, a kind of thermoplastic that is heat-resistant. Available in white, green, black or red through Vastu in DC. vastudc.com; flosusa.com
Think Big
Cerno’s Silva Giant oversized floor lamp towers over the proceedings at seven feet tall from its tripod base. Handmade from walnut and aluminum with a linen shade, the forward-thinking fixture features dimmable, energy-efficient LED lighting. Also available as a table lamp. cernogroup.com
A Collaborative Effort
Design House Stockholm and Form Us With Love collaborate to create a chic, minimalist collection of suspension lights. The Form Pendants are made of blown glass and come in rectangular, triangular and circular designs. Homeowners may hang a single light for an understated look or several together for a bigger statement. designhousestockholm.com