Pipeline :: Pure Edge What’s noteworthy: Many major cities are choosing to renovate existing spaces rather than build anew. This LED suspension system provides flexibility for working around structural issues. Pipeline is a modular LED lighting suspension system specifically designed to complement open ceiling environments. It has a round design to seamlessly blend with the ducts, conduit, and plumbing found in exposed structures. For extra brightness, Pipeline can accommodate 24VDC track heads and pendants to combine direct and indirect lighting. It also has 360-degree channel rotation and a series of connectors for turning corners and climbing walls. www.pureedgelighting.com
Caliope :: 2nd Avenue What’s noteworthy: Customization – in finish and size – is important to today’s consumers, and having a domestic manufacturing facility is one way to achieve maximum flexibility for clients. The 24-light Caliope chandelier spans 80 inches wide and is adorned with amber faux candlelights perched on bobeches supported by scrolled arms of hand-forged iron; the decorative accents and hardware are in a Rococco finish. A central downlight provides additional illumination. Handcrafted in the company’s New York factory, the oval fixture has an overall height that can be field-adjusted from 87 to 158 inches to accommodate each specific lighting application. www.2ndave.com
Glacia :: Alora What’s noteworthy: One of the most popular styles that is resonating with consumers today is sleek simplicity. Inspired by a winter wonderland, the Glacia series features shimmering rock crystal wands, accented with frosted fragments. The pendants and wall-mounted fixtures are finished in Brushed Platinum with Polished Nickel accents. www.aloralighting.com
Electricity :: Buster + Punch What’s noteworthy: Customization in most everything is in demand among consumers these days, and now that versatility has come to something as basic as electrical switches. British manufacturer Buster + Punch’s Electricity series allows customers to create their own custom toggle switch, dimmer, and wallplate designs through mix-and-match kits that have coin screw detailing and are designed to complement the brand’s lighting fixtures. The company has a North American headquarters in North Hollywood, California. www.busterandpunch.us
Trinity :: Canarm What’s noteworthy: LEDs’ small size allows this pendant chandelier to illuminate a large space without looking bulky or taking up a lot of room visually, keeping an “airy” look to a room. The Trinity chandelier offers soft ambient illumination with Contemporary flair. It can be ordered in a choice of Matte Black, White, or Chrome finishes. Aircraft cables provide flexibility in the hanging height. www.canarm.com
nterlace :: DweLED What’s noteworthy: The slim size of LEDs allows manufacturers to fashion modern-day lighting fixtures into beautiful shapes that would have been unimaginable with traditional incandescent light sources. Continuous aluminum construction, a flexible acrylic diffuser, and aircraft cable suspension contribute to Interlace’s seamless look in a Chrome finish. The driver is concealed within the canopy, which powers high-output LEDs that can be dimmed with an ELV, 0-10V, or a TRIAC dimmer. Damp location-listed as well as Title 24-compliant, Interlace is available in 28- and 38-inch widths and delivers up to 1,637 lumens in a 90 CRI, 3000K color temperature with an estimated 50,000-hour rated life. www.waclighting.com
Santana :: Eurofase What’s noteworthy: Having an asymmetrical look is very much in demand these days, as consumers and specifiers look for pieces that offer something visually unique, such as the staggered pattern shown. This linear chandelier from the Santana Collection is comprised of 18 extruded tubes in a Matte Black finish that deliver downward LED illumination. This fixture’s simple, Modern form keeps the cluster from appearing “heavy.” www.eurofase.com
Sea Urchin Lamp :: Pacific Coast What’s noteworthy: Coastal looks remain strong in all regions of the country because of its neutral, soothing palette that can suit many modern environments. A Natural Coral finish lends distinction to the 29''-high Sea Urchin table lamp, which is further accented by a Brushed Nickel metal base and a grass shade. It has a 4-position switch and contains an LED nightlight inside the base. www.pacificcoastlighting.com
Groovy :: Modern Forms What’s noteworthy: Retro looks from the 1960s and ’70s are popular with consumers of all ages from home décor and collectibles to music and movies. This fresh version of a hippie-era pendant has the addition of LED technology plus acoustic noise-deadening properties for open areas. The colorful Groovy pendant can bring an upscale downtown vibe to any setting. This rigid acrylic structure is wrapped in a double layer of acoustic double-layer felt, reducing echo and noise pollution from crowds. A mouth-blown etched opal glass orb is suspended inside with aluminum hardware. There is a choice of 6 dual color combinations: Black/Gold and Gold/Black; Cream/Blue and Blue/Cream; and Green/Pink and Pink/Green (the color combinations are also reversible). Available in 24-, 36-, and 48-inch widths, Groovy operates via a universal voltage driver (120V-220V-277V) so it can dim with an electronic low voltage, Triac, or 0-10V dimmer. www.modernforms.com
Beer Garden Chandelier :: Meyda What’s noteworthy: Since this fixture is made by hand in the company’s New York factory, it can be customized by bottle color, size, and shape plus can be made with the customer’s own bottles for a more personal touch. Ideal for an entertainment space or bar area, this oblong chandelier is comprised of 330 amber glass beer bottles and has a frame and hardware in a Textured Black finish. It is UL- and cUL-listed for damp locations and is handmade in Meyda’s 180,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility in Yorkville. www.meyda.com
Preston :: Kuzco What’s noteworthy: Metallics are a strong trend, and the Preston sconce can be ordered with either a Gold or Silver interior metal finish. The single-lamp metal wall sconce is available in either a Black outer finish with Gold interior or White outer finish with Silver interior. It is equipped with an 8-watt, fully dimmable, 120V AC LED bulb. www.kuzcolighting.com
Glacier Linear Suspension :: Hammerton Studio What’s noteworthy: An inventive – and beautiful – use for upcycling discarded glass. Salvaged material from the company’s domestic glass production is repurposed in LED-lit artisan cast glass and paired with hand-polished metalwork. Three downlights provide additional task lighting. “This light expresses my fascination with the use of restraint in design,” says Levi Wilson, Hammerton founder and VP/Design. “Restraint makes thoughtful use of only the necessary elements to achieve a desired effect. It’s a vastly more disciplined design approach than Minimalism, which is typically achieved by minimizing excess.” The Glacier linear suspension is offered in 2 sizes and 8 finishes. www.hammerton.com
Wrap Custom :: Fanimation What’s noteworthy: This innovative ceiling fan design offers a surprising “twist” to its appearance, bringing a dash of unexpected style to a highly energy-efficient product. Earning ENERGY STAR’s Most Efficient 2019 honor, the UL damp-rated Wrap Custom allows mix-and-match customization with 5 fan finishes, 6 blade finishes, and 8 blade sweeps. The variable-speed DC motor is controlled by a handheld remote and/or fanSync™ Bluetooth smart device control that is WiFi-adaptable and features Fresh Air, Home Away, Safe Exit, and Fan Timer functions. A dimmable 18-watt LED light kit is offered as an accessory and is capable of illuminating most any room. Wrap Custom’s motor housing may be ordered in a choice of Black, Brushed Nickel, Dark Bronze, Matte Greige, and Matte White finishes. The blades can be specified in Black, Brushed Nickel, Dark Walnut, Natural, Weathered Wood, and White-Washed finishes and are available in 44-, 48-, 52-, 56-, 60-, 64-, 72-, and 84-inch sweeps. www.fanimation.com
Geometry Series :: Page One What’s noteworthy: In addition to providing subtle LED accent lighting, the slim Geometry Series of illuminated cubes can serve as an alternative to traditional artwork when filling an expanse of wall space. These glowing geometric cubes bring a fresh architectural twist in a Satin Dark Gray finish to complement Contemporary, Modern, and Transitional décor. www.pageonelighting.com
Ellusion :: Satco What’s noteworthy: Upward and downward lighting allows for glare-free illumination along walls and hallways, casting a soft wall-washing effect that visually expands any room. Available in a choice of either a Polished Nickel or Matte Black finish, the Ellusion wall sconce is as at home in a metropolitan night club as it is in a tropical hotel lobby. Illumination is cast downward in a warm color to graze the walls as well as upward through smooth decorative glass highlighted by controlled bubbles that mimic patterns of freshly poured champagne. It is available in 3 sizes to suit a variety of installations. www.satco.com
Pelham :: Savoy House What’s noteworthy: The elongated oval shade – comprised of medallion shapes in a grid pattern – allows this fixture to suit a variety of décors from Bohemian and Eclectic to Modern and Transitional. Designed by Brian Thomas, the Pelham’s frame is distinguished by dark-colored downrods, metal candle covers, finials, and bold rims along the shade, which is in a warm Castillo Brass finish. This 8-light fixture is lamped with 60-watt candelabras and measures 40'' long x 14.5'' wide x 11'' high. It has an adjustable hanging height from 11 to 65 inches. www.savoyhouse.com
Andromeda Galaxy :: SONNEMAN - A Way of Light What’s noteworthy: A fresh take on fashioning a multi-level fixture in a Modern and unexpected way utilizing LED technology. This linear fixture features LED luminaire hubs connected in strands of various lengths and suspended in spiral and radial configurations to provide powerful luminance within a vertical space. Available in a variety of sizes and configurations with lensed options of crystal facets or soft white, the Andromeda Galaxy can also be completely customized for any interior setting. Andromeda Galaxy is an expansion to the Constellation Collection, which is inspired by celestial imagery and sculptural drama. www.sonnemanawayoflight.com
Cannery :: Varaluz What’s noteworthy: Modern Farmhouse seems to be everywhere, but this hand-forged and hand-stained version gives the ubiquitous style an edgy twist. The Cannery pendant in a hand-applied Ombre finish is inspired by the notion of Napa Valley meets Little House on the Prairie, according to the company. The hand-forged galvanized steel in a hand-applied finish reinforces the craftsmanship vibe. www.varaluz.com
Fascio Collection :: Visual Comfort What’s noteworthy: As designer Lauren Rottet explains, “The lights appear simple, but they are technologically complex to design and engineer. The technology wasn’t there to do these even three years ago.” According to designer and interior architect Rottet, the challenge was to utilize LED technology and improve upon it, removing the glare, yet not allowing it to appear too flat. “Lighting has been integral to the many interiors I have designed,” she says. “I’ve always loved glass and am fascinated by the techniques that produce glass tubes and rods.” Her Fascio Collection – which translates into “bundle” in Italian – is comprised of faceted glass tubes and rods that are bound and produced as sconces, pendant lights, chandeliers, and a floor lamp. The series is manufactured out of highly refined, smooth cut crystal wrapped in textured and smooth brass sleeves in a choice of Polished Nickel, Hand-rubbed Antique Brass, and Bronze finishes. www.visualcomfort.com
Waldorf :: Studio M What’s noteworthy: A classic waterfall crystal chandelier is reimagined with innovative LED technology. Suspended by the sweeping curves of a Polished Chrome frame are hundreds of hand-crafted, Piastra-style glass pendants illuminated by recessed LED lighting. www.studiomlighting.com
Savvy :: Maxim What’s noteworthy: A Retro look – courtesy of spiral filament bulbs – meets the clean lines of Modern sensibility for a fresh take on the mix-and-match trend. The Savvy Collection is distinguished by clear glass goblets supported by chandelier arms finished in Black and Antique Brass. The vintage-style T14 spiral filament lamps are supplied with each fixture. www.maximlighting.com
Rinkle :: ET2 What’s noteworthy: This innovative pendant fixture utilizes LED technology in a novel way that captured attention from buyers at the summer Lightovation show and won a Market Choice Award. For the Rinkle Collection, sheets of clear pattern acrylic are formed by hand to create a one-of-a-kind lighting sculpture. Each sheet is illuminated by an LED strip on top, and the pattern in the acrylic picks up the light for visibility. www.et2online.com
Glass Pendants :: Elco What’s noteworthy: Specifying multiple pendants for applications where previously one larger linear fixture would be installed has stayed popular with consumers throughout 2019. Add a pop of color to kitchen islands with a series of modern and stylish glass LED pendants. A variety of glass colors and patterns can be ordered and a 6.5-ft. cable is included. The Nickel-finished flat canopy conceals the 120-volt driver for the 5-watt LED. www.elcolighting.com
Maddow :: Westinghouse What’s noteworthy: LED technology makes it possible for this Contemporary lantern to have a softly glowing, slim silhouette. The Maddox dimmable LED wall fixture can be ordered in a finish choice of Matte White or Matte Black with clear seeded glass. www.westinghouselighting.com
SILO LED Recessed Multiple Spots :: WAC What’s noteworthy: Giving new meaning to “recessed” lights, this award-winning series features independently retractable adjustable heads in 1-, 2-, 3-, and 4-light configurations. Each adjustable element within the recessed SILO LED Recessed Multiple Spot luminaires has a 365° horizontal rotation and 180° vertical aiming while providing a continuously adjustable beam angle from 15° and 45° with its rotatable front face. The element accommodates 1 lens from a collection of colored and frosted flat lenses, spread, and beam-elongating versions, as well as 1 glare control accessory from an array of louvers and snoots. The recessed multiple spots are available in IC or non-IC rated styles and in a choice of White or Black interiors with White trim or trimless models. Four color temperatures are offered – 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, and 4000K – in 90 CRI. The luminaires deliver a 3605 CBCP and up to 4,740 lumens (with the 4-light model) and can be dimmed to 5 percent with a universal (120V-277V) driver with ELV, TRIAC, or 0-10V dimmer. www.waclighting.com
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