Shakti Kundalini Contemporary Light Fixtures

Practicing Yoga is designed to awaken ones consciousness to the universal nature of the soul and ones spirituality. What better way to enhance it than bring the Shakti Contemporary Light Fixtures from Kundalini into your living room.



Shakti contemporary light fixtures are unique floor lamps with two lights for reading and ambience. These lamps have a dimmer through which one can vary the intensity of the light. The light diffuser is made of a laser cut extruded Plexiglas tube, fixed into a satin finished or chrome plated base. Shakti's light is always white, even in the coloured versions and this is made possible through co-extrusion.



Shakti was designed by Marzio Rusconi Clerici for Kundalini. These contemporary light fixtures are available in white, red, orange, and bouganville colors. These lamps are available in three different sizes ranging from 200cm, 250cm, or 320 cm in height. The Shakti 200 requires 2 E27 (E26 US) 100W lights while the Shakti 250 and Shakti 320 takes 2 E27 (E26 US) 150W lights.

Optik Wall Scone Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I looked at a wall scone that serves a dual role. First and foremost it is a light fixture, and secondly it also serves as a mirror. This contemporary light fixture comes from ITRE and is known as Optik 40.



The Optik 40 Wall scone was designed by Massimiliano Artuso for ITRE in 2005. These contemporary light fixtures use diffused lighting for mirror effect and is great for fluorescent lighting.



The square shaped Optik is available in two sizes. The Optik 40 is 40cm x 40cm, while the Optik 26 is 26cm x 26cm. The Optik is constructed of a mirror glass diffuser which acts as a mirror when the light is off during daytime, and once the light is turned on, the circular lamp is visible. The structure of these contemporary light fixtures is made of Chrome metal. Overall it makes up an innovative design which fits in any modern home and lights up the room when desired. The Optik 40 takes a 55 W T5 Circline light bulb.

Havana Outdoor Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was in the mood for checking out outdoor contemporary light fixtures and involuntarily one of my eyebrows raised in awe when I ran across the Havana Outdoor Terra lamps.



These elegant contemporary light fixtures were designed by Jozeph Forakis for Foscarini in 2005. Though these light fixtures can be used for either indoor or outdoor, I believe the artistic design is portrayed much better when they stand out under the open sky. These inverse pear shaped lamps are made of Polyethylene and lacquered metal in a single rotational molded piece. The Havana Outdoor Terra lamps are available in either white or colored polyethylene. These light fixtures are available with either a re-positionable base or with a stake in an underground box.



These Havana Outdoor Terra contemporary light fixtures weigh under 15 lbs in spite of them being about 5'7" in height from the tip to the base. One can use either a fluorescent 20W E27 bulb, or a 42W E27 halogen lamp, or even an incandescent 60W E27 light bulb for this diffuser.

Manhattan TR Contemporary Light Fixtures

Wish you could bring Manhattan into your living room, it probably would be a little difficult, though you sure can bring in Manhattan TR in the form of contemporary light fixtures.



The Manhattan TR is an architectural floor that resembles a skyscraper. These contemporary light fixtures are easy on the eye and the two tone metal finish creates an interesting background for the tall diffuser. The general illumination is provided by either the incandescent or the fluorescent light sources. The Manhattan TR was designed by Danilo De Rossi for Leucos.



The metal base and the supporter for the diffuser is finished in either polished chrome or painted titanium. An ON/OFF switch is provided on a black cord that exits the base and an optional in-line dimmer is provided for the incandescent version. These Contemporary Light Fixtures come in two sizes. The MANHATTAN TR1 is almost identical to the Manhattan TR except that it is almost a foot taller than the it. Both of them are 10.25" in length and 9.875" in width. The Manhattan TR comes in either of Satin White Glass or Ribbed Pale Green Glass while the MANHATTAN TR1 comes in White Polycarbonate. If you wish to have matching items for these lamps, Companion table and Leucos Manhattan P24 wall sconces are available.



Note that if you are planning on installing these contemporary light fixtures by yourself, it is recommended to read the installation manual as one can scratch the glass easily due to the weight of the diffuser while assembling the parts together. The Manhattan TR Incandescent lamp takes 4x100W Type A-19 white, while the MANHATTAN TR1 takes 5x100W Type A-19 white. These lamps are provided by the manufacturer. However, the lamps for the fluorescent version are not provided. The former one requires 2x55W 120V or 277V 2G11 lamps while the latter requires 3x36W 120V or 277V 2G11 lamps.

Leaf Personal Contemporary Light Fixtures

TIME Magazine picked Leaf Personal LED Light as one of the best inventions of 2007 on the basis of energy efficiency and sleek design in the Contemporary Light Fixtures. I would totally agree to their choice and also add the element of ECO friendliness to their statement.



Leaf Personal looks exactly like it's name sates, a large leaf that can be folded. This piece was designed by Yves Béhar for Herman Miller. Its thin aluminum blades produce an elegant profile, which give these contemporary light fixtures a sculptural, and organic form. The Leaf accommodates a wide range of operation. The lower blade rotates 180 degrees and can pivot 27.5 degrees forward and 23 degrees backward. The upper blade pivots 210 degrees to give you the option of extending it for direct lighting or folding it for subtle, ambient illumination.



For all the Environment friendly folks, you will be happy to learn that theLeaf Personal uses less of the world's resources to give better light. Leaf has 20 LEDs (light-emitting diodes) which consume about 8 to 9 watts of power, and sheds full light for a minimum of 60,000 hours, which is about eight times longer than conventional light sources. To top it off Leaf is one of the the Contemporary Light Fixtures that is made of 37% recycled materials and is up to 95% recyclable at the end of its useful life.



Leaf Personal is one of the contemporary light fixtures that allows you to pick the level of illumination you desire ranging from warm mood light to cool night light and anywhere in between with the help of intuitive touch sensitive controls. You can change the intensity by simply sliding your finger on the control. The built in micro processor is smart enough to remember the intensity and color variation setting that you last selected and produces that same light when you turn it back on again.



These Contemporary Light Fixtures come in Red, Black, Nickel, and Chrome/Polished Aluminum color finishes.

Shiraz Ceiling Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was looking for Contemporary Light Fixtures that could be used either for the Ceiling of for the Walls and my eyes light up when I saw the Shiraz Wall Lamp.



The Shiraz ceiling/wall lamp comes from Axo lighting and is designed by Manuel Vivian. This lamp is available in two different colors, one in crystal and the other in red. I prefer the crystal over the red, though depending on the color or the ambiance of your room one might pick the red. These contemporary light fixtures come in a chrome metal finish canopy and consist of either clear or red Bohemian crystal roses that are attached to a body of tempered and white printed glass. A pinch of red in the dining room always adds romance.



The Shiraz Ceiling or Wall Contemporary Light Fixtures comes in three different sizes. The Shiraz Small Wall Lamp measures about 11.8" in width, 11.8" in height, and extends about 5.1" from the wall. The Shiraz Medium Wall Lamp measures about 15.7" in width, 15.7" in height, and extends about 5.9" from the wall. The Shiraz Big Wall Lamp measures about 23.6" in width, 23.6" in height, and extends about 5.9" from the wall. The small Shiraz takes one 60W R7 bulb, while the medium and the big wall lamps take 150W, and 200W R7 bulbs respectively.



The available three different sizes of Shiraz Contemporary Light Fixtures allows one to mix and match art in your home.

Cabildo Wall Mount Contemporary Light Fixtures

Sometimes one wonders if an artist has created one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that can be used in multiple ways or can match other fixtures of similar design next to it. One that strikes to my mind is the Cabildo Wall Mount from Artemide.



The Cabildo Wall Mount was designed by Eric Sole. This modern fixture strikes quite a distinction from other wall sconces Contemporary Light Fixtures with a spectacular aluminum reflector and a lamp concealed in it's base and shielded by frosted glass guard.



The other variation of the Cabildo Wall Mount is the Cabildo Suspension which is very much similar to it except from the fact that it is mounted to the ceiling, and the canopy is made of white molded thermoplastic with clear electrical cords and stainless steel cable.



One can make a complete collection of this Contemporary Light Fixtures by adding the Cabildo Suspension and the Cabildo Floor Lamp to your living room area for an aesthetic presence.



The Cabildo Wall Mount is one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that easily mounts to standard electrical junction boxes. This fixture along with the other counterparts take one 300W (R7S/T3) Halogen lamp.

Bathroom Glass Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was going through Contemporary light fixtures with a frosted glass for the bathrooms and I came across Possini Euro 36" Wide Frosted Glass Bath Fixture. This is one of the halogen Contemporary Light Fixtures from Charles Street and it adds new elegance to your bath space.



The design of this Contemporary Light Fixtures features two layers of frosted water glass that casts a cool and alluring light. The glass is offset by the Polished nickel finish accents. This marvelous piece comes from the Possini Euro Design Lighting Collection.



Possini Euro's line of contemporary light fixtures has been designed specifically to complement the modern interior. The look of Possini Euro 36" Wide Frosted Glass Bath Fixture is clean and uncomplicated with eye-catching, geometric lines. These textured compositions include optic glass and shimmering, and has reflective surfaces. Possini Euro lighting also spans across almost every category including chandeliers, close-to-ceiling lighting, desk lamps, pendants, sconces, and table lamps.

The Possini Euro 36" Wide Frosted Glass Bath Fixture measures 36" in width, 7" in height, and extends 5" from the wall. The piece includes six 40 Watt G9 halogen lamps. This is one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that is versatile and yet sophisticated and definitely makes a wonderful selection for today's home.

Ceiling Snowball Contemporary Light Fixtures

This past winter we had a record snowfall accumulation in our area. I was checking for something to keep that in memory in the Contemporary Light Fixtures, when I came across Louis Poulsen PH Snowbal.



The Louis Poulsen PH Snowball is considered a smaller version of the PH Louvre made for the Adventist Church in Skodsborg, Denmark. But unlike the PH Louvre, the number of shades is reduced to just eight and mounted on three legs. The diameter of the fixture is also reduced due to the fact that it was intended for lower ceiling spaces. This is one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that was first launched together with the PH 5 and the PH Artichoke. The PH Snowball unfortunately did not get the same attention as the other two pendants. However, as a result of the PH Snowball being re-drawn and re-introduced in 1983 this fixture has come alive again. Today it is made with white shades glossed on the top and matted on the underside. The top of the shades are glossy in order to create sparkling light. The undersides of the shades are matte to avoid reflections of the light source.



The Louis Poulsen PH Snowball lamp is considered to be a masterpiece in the Contemporary Light Fixtures of mid century modern Scandinavian design. This modernist pendant lamp displays the exemplary design talent of Danish designer Poul Henningsen. Poul Henningsen designed the Louis Poulsen PH Snowball lamp in 1924. This modern pendant light is the ultimate modern icon. Always stylish, effortlessly elegant and uniquely beautiful, this lamp is a modernist light vessel to be treasured forever. It is considered by many to be an artwork suspended in space. The gracious shape of the Louis Poulsen PH Snowball makes it an easy choice for any refined interior.



Louis Poulsen PH Snowball (1924) is one of the few Contemporary Light Fixtures that is a 360-degree glare free luminaire. The geometry of the PH Snowball is designed to ensure all the illuminated surfaces of the shades are struck by the rays of light in the same angle, creating an even illumination. This snowball measures 15.4" in height, 15.7" in diameter, and hangs from a cable length of a maximum of 12 feet. This luminaire takes one 200W max A23 incandescent bulb.

Collage Halogen Wall Contemporary Light Fixtures

For all the lovers of art, Collage halogen wall sconeis one of the contemporary light fixtures that definitely adds to one's great collection.



The Collage halogen wall sconealso known as A-2412 wall sconcehas been designed by Leonardo Marelli for Estiluz. This wall mounted luminaire is great for halogen lighting. The A-2412 wall sconceis composed of a nickel finished body with a white shatter proof satin glass diffuser. This contemporary light fixtures satin glass diffuser opens at side hinges allowing for tool-less entry for re-lamping. The Collage halogen wall sconceexhibits a unique and practical design, along with wonderful craftsmanship, that is sure to brilliantly brighten any modern atmosphere.



This is one of the Contemporary Light fixtures that is about 11.875" wide, 5.75" in height and 3.375" in depth. This fixture is made in Spain and takes one 150W R7s halogen lamp.

Floor Lamp Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was looking for ECO friendly floor lamps in the Contemporary Light Fixtures and previewed what FLOS had to offer. The Spun Light F floor lamp by Flosappears to be a good fit in the Living or Family Room very well.



The Spun Light F floor lamp by Floswas designed by Sebastian Wrong for FLOS in 2003. This floor lamp is one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that provides diffused light. This Spun metal frame and diffuser, the die-cast aluminum diffuser support arms, and lamp-holder support are painted in different colors. The upper diffuser screen consists of sandblasted pressed glass, and the traditional dimmer of the Spun Light floor lamp for luminosity adjustment (0-100%) is fitted on the polarized cord.



The Spun Light F floor lamp by Flosis available in four different colors (brown, glossy black, glossy white, and gray). Dimensions: Height:69.53" Diameter:19.69" Light bulb: 250W T10 Halogen (not included). This is definitely one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures for the ECO friendly people.

Dining Table Contemporary Light Fixtures

At some point in time we all end up at our dining table to grab a good meal. I was checking out Contemporary Light Fixtures for a Dining table and I noticed Ierace Suspension by Artemidehas an impressive look and a great decor.



The Ierace Suspension from Artemidewas designed by Matali Crasset. This cable suspended luminaire is fantastic for direct and diffused fluorescent lighting. This is one of the Contemporary Light Fixtures that has a diffuser that features a hand-blown transparent glass with a polished edge which allows light emission throughout the glass rim. The lamp lens/diffuser is a textured clear polycarbonate material. The circular diffuser support is a spun aluminum with a metallic grey painted finish. The suspension cables come in stainless steel and the canopy is a thermo-molded plastic with metallic grey finish. This fixture mounts to standard electrical junction boxes.



Ierace Suspension by Artemide requires one 55 Watt 120 Volt 2Gx13 T5 Circline Fluorescent lamp (not included). The piece measures 17.5 inches in Diameter and the length is adjustable to about 63 inches. The Ierace suspension is one of the Contemporary Light fixtures that lights up any environment with its bold design and magnificent light output.

Ceiling Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was checking out the Contemporary Light Fixtures for Hallways and Ceilings and I stumbled upon Artemide Lighting Mercury Ceiling Light.What caught my eye was the sophisticated look of this master piece. One could either mount it directly to the ceiling or have it suspended from the ceiling for a more urban look.



The Artemide Lighting Mercury Ceiling Light.has been designed by Ross Lovegrove in 2007. This cable suspended luminaire is perfect for indirect halogen lighting. This piece is composed of die cast aluminum with reflective units made of injection molded thermoplastic material with a metallic finish. This Contemporary Light Fixture is also equipped with a die cast aluminum reflector. This fixture places a floating assembly of large pebbles below a simple modern aluminum disc, these in turn reflect each other bouncing light between their taught bio-morphic surfaces and reflecting the environment around them.



This Contemporary Light Fixture serves two purposes. During the day the piece acts as a sculptural object reflecting the dynamics of natural light and the movement of people around. During night it acts as a light emitting source. The chandelier exhibits a majestic and modern design, along with quality craftsmanship, that is sure to beautifully brighten any contemporary atmosphere.



The height it can extend to is anywhere from 24" (61 cm) when directly mounted to the ceiling and to a maximum of 78.75" (200cm) under suspension mode. Width wise it extends to about 43.31" (110 cm). It requires two 200W halogen lamps that are provided by the vendor. Overall I love this Contemporary Light Fixture especially in a family room or in a hallway.

Wall Scone Contemporary Light Fixtures

Today I was browsing through the Contemporary Light Fixtures for the bedrooms and Blauet HOT.EL Articulated Wall Sconce caught my attention. What I love about this item is the design and how well it mounts and overhangs on top of the end tables next to the bed.





I am one of those men who does not like too much clutter on my end tables. This is a perfect lamp for the end tables and best of all it does not even sit on the tables. It is one of the contemporary light fixtures designed by Jordi Mallorqui and Jordi Aymerich. This is a Wall sconce that has an articulating arm, and provides diffused illumination.



Blauet HOT.EL Articulated Wall Sconceis one of the few wall mounted Contemporary Light Fixtures that is great for incandescent lighting. The Hotel is composed of a sleek combination of metal and white methacrylate. The finish of this lamp is available in metallic gray or satin nickel. This fixture is on a swivel arm allowing you to direct the light in any way that best suits your room. The Hotel wall sconce offers a unique as well as practical approach to lighting, which is sure to beautifully illuminate any modern setting.