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Thursday

May072009

Out of this World Interior Lighting Design

Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 7:00AM by

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Unique Interior Lighting Design by Sharon Marston

As just another example that creative energy knows no boundaries are the incredible and unique light fixtures by lighting designer Sharon Marston. She uses fiber optics combined with hand crafted, sculptural light fixtures. Crafted in London, her installations can be found all over the world.

Her website, Sharon Marston is a feast for the eyes. Softly draped pieces of glass created ethereal, delicate fixtures. The soft lighting created is almost secondary to the unique sculptures. Her fixtures evoke images of fantasy or dream-like states, with influences of underwater or ghost-like movement.

Iona Ceiling Lamp by Sharon Marston

The Lona ceiling mount fixture features petals of white bone china with a halogen capsule. The petals cascade in long flowing strings to resemble a rosebud formation. The ceiling reflection must have a magnificent effect of soft waves and angelic lighting.

The Marni Wall Panel by Sharon Marston

By contrast, the Marni Wall Panel appears with a fiery woven copper flora shape. Fiber optics are encased with a rich brushed copper surround that would create an ambience of fire. Other finishes are available upon request. This elegant panel would be at home as a wall divider or fireplace substitute. The beauty of her products is that the uses seem limitless.

The Lily Table by Sharon Marston

Straying from traditional lighting is the Lily Table. Individual ceramic forms are inset into a black frame creating shadow and spaces amidst the blooming optic filament. Covered by a glass top and brushed steel surround, this unusual piece could almost stand on its own.

Create a Truely Unique Interior with Designs by Sharon Marston

The unique fixtures by Sharon Marston have been featured in museums, hotels, theatres, and restaurants as well as personal residences. Each piece is custom created individually for its purpose, making each an individual work of art.

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Wednesday

May062009

Serpentine Lines - Interior Design Trends 2009

Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at 6:00AM by

Ryan Kerby in

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Interior Design Trends 2009: Lighting, Furniture, and Elite Fabrics Take On a Serpentine Pattern

One of the new interior design trends for spring 2009 is the resurgence of the serpentine shape. Considered one of the most eye pleasing and enduring lines of the 18^th and 19^th century, this winding pattern is enjoying a new life. Serpentine lines and shapes are popping up all over the place in lighting desings, furniture designs, and several elite fabric designs. Serpentine lines will be one of the biggest interior design trends for 2009 and I expect this trend to continue on into 2010.

Interior Design Trends 2009 | Serpentine Curves

Based on an S-curve shaped line, the serpentine curve dates back to Egyptian decoration. Eighteenth-Century writer William Hogarth’s Analysis of Beauty discusses the “line of beauty” or the s-curve. According to his analysis, this curve reflected “liveliness and activity, and excite the attention of the viewer, as opposed to straight lines or right-angled intersecting lines.” This spring, the serpentine curve is showing up in lighting design, fabrics, as well as furnishings.

Interior Design Trends 2009 | Double Twit Chandelier by Eric Cohler

Visual Comfort Lighting’s double twist chandelier from Eric Cohler has a definitive, graceful line that is perfect for both modern and traditional interiors. By the same token, Currey and Company’s Legend chandelier adds crossed lines for extra dimension.

double twist chandelier from Eric Cohler

Interior Design Trends 2009 - Platt Collection’s Serenade Chest

Platt Collection’s Serenade ChestCombining the popularity of mirrors and gilding with the serpentine figure is Platt Collection’s Serenade Chest. The gold leafing of the chest adds drama to an otherwise classic line. Perfect to add light and movement to a dark corner or an entry way.

Barbara Barry Serpentine Design | Lighting, Furniture, and Fabric

Los Angeles based designer Barbara Barry has taken the serpentine line and made it her signature in nearly all of her furniture, fabric, and lighting design. Forming a sense of tranquility, Barry believes the serpentine line adds a Zen-like quality and simplicity to her designs. The winding curve is found in her textiles for Kravet and HBF, as well as populating the Tufenkian rug line. Adding the serpentine lines has never been fresher than it is for 2009.