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Babushka light from Mathmos
The classic Russian stacking dolls have been around for ages, and kids never tire of them, generation after generation. If you're nostalgic for these dolls, the new Mathmos Babushka Light might strike your fancy. It's Babushka with a modern...
Posted on November 3, 2008 10:05 AM
Guess what this lamp is made of?
If you guessed "an old book" you're a lot more design savvy than I am. Books are one of the hardest items to recycle, due to the glue used to bind them, so it makes sense for designers to...
Posted on September 9, 2008 1:12 PM
LightMate: the new lighting solution (or, um, companion)
I love artistic innovation: the world would be a much more boring place had people like John Lennon, Frida Kahlo or Andy Warhol never been born. Having said that, I don't always understand where artists/innovators are coming from, and...
Posted on September 4, 2008 11:23 AM
Turn pudding pots into a modern lightshade
A couple of weeks ago, I was talking about turning EVA foam into chairs, footstools and wall hangings, as professional artist Carla Tennenbaum did. Today, I'm inspired by crafter Kianee, who made a new sixties-style lampshade from discarded pudding pots...
Posted on May 21, 2008 10:23 AM
Energy saving, air purifying light bulb from Viatek
If you've been doing your part for the environment by transitioning from regular light bulbs to energy-saving fluorescent lght bulbs, you might be interested to know that you can get energy-saving light bulbs that do more than just provide...
Posted on April 11, 2008 11:32 AM
Solar Bicycle Rider Lamp
This is one must-have cute home accessory - the solar powered bicycle rider lamp. The cuteness factor is propped up by the fact that whenever this lamp is exposed to sunlight, the bicycle rider within starts pedalling, turning the...
Posted on March 25, 2008 10:11 AM
Other-worldly Room Palette Skyrium
How do you get away from it all without 1) time or money to take you far, far away, 2) a Holodeck, or 3) psychadelic drugs? Maybe by surrounding yourself with mood lighting created with this Room Palette Skyrium...
Posted on February 28, 2008 10:44 AM
OFFI's iPot trio of light
We’re in the deepest part of the winter season, so almost anything that brightens up our space (work or home) is a welcomed addition. OFFI’s iPot emits a trio of automatically changing colored LED light (Cool Blue, Soft Red,...
Posted on January 31, 2008 6:58 PM
Philip's SpotOn light with motion detector for a fumble-free life
Ever hear a bump in the night? You know that late hour when you stumble into something on the way to the bathroom, or when you’re trying to sneak in without disturbing your partner (or bunkmate)? Philip’s new motion-sensitive...
Posted on January 14, 2008 7:55 AM
Christmas tool light set
Just because you're not the handiest person to have around the house doesn't mean you can't pretend to be. I mean, if you walked into my living room and saw a 6-foot string of plastic tool lights hanging above...
Posted on December 20, 2007 11:55 AM
Very modern Block Lamp
For those of us who are sick and tired of taking ourselves and our home decor too seriously - this whimsical Block Lamp, may be just the just the right antidote. Designed by Harri Koskinen, the lamp holds a...
Posted on December 5, 2007 12:00 PM
Moppelino Baby Moppel
Awww, the baby of the (Moppel) family has arrived -and just in time for Christmas stockings. The cute little guy stands just 4-3/4 inches tall and uses a battery pack with 3 AA batteries (included), or it can use...
Posted on November 17, 2007 10:40 AM
Light up party drinks
With November's arrival, the party season begins. If you're throwing an intimate dinner party or just want to dazzle some friends, spice up your cocktails by adding a little light. Z Gallerie's colored LED fruit wedges come in four...
Posted on November 6, 2007 6:54 PM
Light emitting wallpaper
I am not a big fan of wallpapers. Actually, I pretty much hate them, though I wouldn’t think twice about this light emitting wallpaper by the Dutch designer Jonas Samson. When turned off, the wallpaper is just like any...
Posted on November 6, 2007 10:57 AM
Holiday Lighting Remote Kit
Tired of climbing behind your Christmas tree to turn it on? I always come out with a hair full of tinsel, which is a nice look, but more New Year's, don't you think? This year we're using Smart Home's...
Posted on November 6, 2007 9:47 AM
Mathmos Bubble: A handful of light
The Mathmos Bubble fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. Approximately the size of a tennis ball, you'll find it's a hard device to put down. Gently squeeze the Mathmos Bubble once to turn it on, squeeze again...
Posted on October 11, 2007 11:19 AM
LED mushroom lamps
They actually look more psychedelic than Mario-inspired to me, but since I've been obsessed with playing Super Paper Mario on the Wii lately, I'll say that these cute little mushroom push-lamps stand 5.5 inches tall and are perfect for...
Posted on October 4, 2007 7:35 AM
Darth Vader lamp
Seriously, how cool is this lamp? I’d say almost as cool as the Darth Vader projector alarm clock. You can order the lamp from Collectors Gallery (currently sold out on Amazon) for $39.95 and the projector alarm clock from...
Posted on September 13, 2007 10:02 AM
Lotus flower table lamp
I officially declare this Lotus Table Lamp as the most beautiful lighting fixture I have ever seen in my life. My husband and I have a pair of Japanese paper lamps in our living room, which we thought were...
Posted on August 24, 2007 9:21 AM
LivingColors bright light
Are you the creative kid in your office? You know, the one with the office (umm cubicle) that people actually like visiting for meetings? If so, you'll probably be among the first to order the LivingColors lamp. Available this...
Posted on August 18, 2007 10:29 PM
Twinkling coffee table
There's been fun buzz around Microsoft's $10K Surface table, but if you're truly in the market for interactive furniture there are other less expensive (though still expensive) pieces out there for you to consider. Among them is this interactive...
Posted on July 31, 2007 6:04 PM
Hurdle Lighting for your desk
Don't be deceived by its simple form or somewhat ironic name. While it certainly resembles a hurdle, Hurdle Lighting aims to remove, not create, barriers to getting the right amount of illumination on a table or work space. The...
Posted on July 17, 2007 9:03 AM
9-Volt Lamp
Balanced. Simple. Stunning. There's nary another word needed to describe the 9-Volt light from designer Richard Lawson. Elegantly balanced against its power source, the 9-Volt light is an exact replica of a 9-Volt battery, but instead of a copper...
Posted on July 16, 2007 9:00 AM
Aurora Palette brings Northern Lights to you
Here's an interesting twist on mood lighting: the Aurora Palette by Banpresto. Designed to simulate nature's own awe-inspiring light show, the battery-powered device does its best to recreate the Aurora Borealis by projecting "atmospheric light" variations on walls, ceilings,...
Posted on July 14, 2007 9:10 AM
Mason jar mood lighting
Summertime memories used to involve a Mason jar full of fireflies, lemonade, or coins for the ice cream truck. Suck UK brings Mason back into fashion this summer with its sun jar. Go-green with high tech energy-efficient lighting! This...
Posted on July 9, 2007 8:32 AM
BEAM a little art into your room
Displaying photographic art doesn’t have to mean sticking it in a frame and hanging it on the wall. Two friends of mine in Singapore, photographer Ernest Goh and designer Daniel Pillai, have blended photographic art and functional furniture in...
Posted on July 6, 2007 9:19 AM
Egg LED lights
I don't know why, but humans seem to be drawn to things that are shaped like eggs. These egg-shaped, egg-sized LED lights, called "Feeling Egg" are waterproof so you can take a bath with them, or decorate the kitchen...
Posted on July 4, 2007 10:32 AM
Little Joseph candle holder
Folks with a fetish for collecting bizarre stuff will surely find a place for Little Joseph. And that happens to be a porcelain candle holder dripping wet with wickedness. You can retain the bald, evil look by using dripless...
Posted on June 13, 2007 11:29 AM
Smart Robotic Lamp
Ready for your close-up? No need to tell AUR, a smart robotic lamp -- it tracks your movement so that you always have the proper lighting when you need it, where you need it. This little “lighting assistant” was...
Posted on May 31, 2007 4:38 PM
Sleep like an astronaut with Twilight Ultra BLue Light Sleep Therapy
You’ve read about NASA tests using blue-light therapy to improve sleep patterns? Although you may not be taking a trip to Mars, the technolgy is applicable to even earth-bound humans. The folks at Verilux have developed a mini TwiLight...
Posted on May 16, 2007 5:00 AM
LED roses for romance that won't wilt
I'm not sure how LED roses would be received in lieu of a bouquet of real flowers (especially on a special occasion), but for everyday use, they're a nice way to add a touch of romance to an otherwise...
Posted on May 7, 2007 9:31 AM
Jellyfish pool lights
Am I the only one who finds these 18-inch Floating Jellyfish Pool Lights ($59) kind of scary? Now, if you're sitting around the pool, I can see why the battery-powered tops (heads?), changing color as they glide on the...
Posted on April 24, 2007 9:50 AM
