Lamps to Love

I have a hard-core obsession with lighting, especially lamps. Table lamps are an essential element to almost every room in the house since they provide forgiving, low-level light and can be a game-changer in terms of aesthetics. Basically, lamps can make a huge difference in how a space looks and feels so it's important to choose wisely. Or you can become a lamp hoarder like me and change the ones in your home constantly (I don't recommend falling down that rabbit hole though).

With thousands of colors and styles out there, it can be hard to narrow down the possibilities. So, I've compiled a list of some of my recent favorites...

1) Prout's Medium Ball Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

2) Poston Cool Grey Faux Shagreen Lamp - Made Goods

3) Turquoise Foo Dog Lamp - Shades of Light

4) Maura Daniel Aladin Milk Glass Base - Layla Grayce

5) Arteriors Naomi Aqua Fluted Glass/Acrylic Lamp - Layla Grayce

6) Carnaby Talitha Lamp - Jonathan Adler

7) Gabrielle Table Lamp - Z Gallerie

8) Hayley Table Lamp - Crate & Barrel

9) Newport Teardrop Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

10) Jill's Key Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

11) Arteriors Vance Polished Nickel Candlestick Table Lamp - Layla Grayce

12) Marrakech Round Lamp - Horchow

13) Tomorrow Table Lamp - Currey & Company

14) Chocolate Cane Table Lamp - Horchow

15) Timeless Table Lamp in Blue - Currey & Company

16) Hampton Links Lamp - Jill Rosenwald

17) Hutton Table Lamp - Crate & Barrel

18) Kikar Balestro Lamp - Williams-Sonoma Home

19) Agate Table Lamp with Nightlight - Shades of Light

20) Lydia Gold - Made Goods

21) Glass Jug Lamp - West Elm

22) Modern Spindle Lamp Base - Shades of Light

23) Rock Crystal Lamp - Shades of Light

24) Square Vase Blue and White Lamp - Shades of Light

25) Turquoise Lamp - Dunes & Duchess

26) Miles Lamp - Jan Showers Collection

27) Contemporary Murano Robin's Egg Blue Lamp - Swank

Unfortunately most couldn't be categorized as bargains. I'm pretty good at finding deals, but it's really tough to get well-made, beautiful lamps at good prices. I've had great luck at HomeGoods where many are under $50. I've also seen some good deals at World Market and sometimes at Target. If you have any sources for more affordable lamps, please share!

Framing Options - Part 2

As I mentioned earlier, the below painting, Glam and Glammer, by Diana Delgado captured my affection on Ugallery. Years ago I developed an appreciation for great framing after working in the art business, so I love taking a piece of art and playing with different framing looks in Larson-Juhl's Interactive Frame Design tool. Since this piece is abstract, it is perfect for illustrating how frame choice can really affect how artwork is integrated into a room.

Here I've gone with a traditional gold finish, but the style of the frame is simple and straightforward so it complements the contemporary piece. Also, I couldn't help but use two different rugs!

Jayson Home & Garden Theodore Sofa

Room & Board Saarinen End Table

Jonathan Adler Regent Arm Chair

Jayson Home & Garden Sophie Lounge Chair

Jan Showers Collection Miles Lamp

Jayson Home & Garden Yves Cocktail Table

Calypso Home Hampton Lattice Rug

Jonathan Adler Futura Bowl

ABC Carpet Color Reform Rug

Which frame do you like best? Any preference on the rugs, furniture, wall colors, etc?

Now These Are Facebook Photos I Want to See!

Lucky for us, Jan Showers uploaded some new shots of the 2011 Jan Showers Collection on her Facebook page. I was delighted to see the post in my feed and I clicked right through to check out the goods (by the way, if you haven't "Liked" Jan Showers on FB yet, you should). Not surprisingly, everything is gorgeous. Per the usual, the overall aesthetic is timeless and elegant. Here is a sampling...

Also from the JS Collection, here is the Mercer Bench as seen in Jennifer Lopez's house which was recently featured in Veranda. There is just something weird about J. Lo and Veranda even being in the same sentence!

Photo via Veranda

After browsing Jan's JSC 2011 album on Facebook, I checked out the contents of her other albums and was thrilled to discover lots of great shots from her portfolio. As mentioned before, I just love the spaces she creates.

All photos via Jan Showers

Oh and her lamps...I LOVE her exquisite lamps, especially the colored ones.

I'm considering a canopy treatment similar to this in my master bedroom. The ceilings in our ranch house aren't nearly as dramatic as these, however, so the effect might be lost.

  

Are you drooling yet? Besides the lamps, I'm dying over the bar cart shown in the first photo. 

Don't forget to "Like" JS on Facebook and be sure to visit her website for more eye candy and for purchasing inquiries.