A pop of color

I've always dreamed of high enough ceilings for a fabulous modern 'city' chandelier and this yellow guy is all kinds off modern goodness. Available through School house, its the perfect amount of industrial and color that would make for a great focal point don't you think?

photo via school house

Colorful touches

I just love designed products that use ordinary objects in different ways and these beaded lights are quite fun don't you think? Dottir and Sonur, a husband and wife Icelandic due working out of Berlin have found a way to combine whimsy and color in a way that would work for any age in any space. Oh how I would love a few of these string lights above my desk! And how darling is that origami wallpaper and print? Though a room full of this paper might feel a little more like a kids room, one focal wall of this brightly colored pattern would make for a great focal point in any room. You can find Dottir and Sonur's online shop here. I've been on a paper kick lately and have a stack of origami paper, perhaps I should make a few cranes to hang around the house... you can never have too many fun crafts!

found via design sponge; photos via dorrir and sonur

For the DIY'ers

These glowing orbs over at The art of doing stuff are sort of brilliant.  Reused lamps, old string lights {think those hard to put away holiday lights} and a plug.  Easy peasy.  Outdoor lighting always seems to be super pricey, but this quick DIY is perfect for those on the budget, plus it could lead you to a trip a thrift store; just think of all the other amazing finds you may have!  Be sure to check out the rest of amazing DIYer Karen's site its filled with fun and super budget friendly projects for all sorts of occasions.  And do stop by her post on her amazing home that was published in Canada's Style in Home, its perfectly styled mixing high end pieces with budget friendly finds.

photo via the art of doing stuff

Modern lighting

Mixing modern and whimsy, designing duo Dominic and Francis Bromley of Scabetti create fantastic pieces to light up any room.  Using bone china, Scabetti creates one of a kind fixtures that combine functionality with  beauty.  I love their Shoal line!  Each fish is individually detailed and acts as reflectors to create a unique look, it makes for one amazing conversation piece.

photos via scabatti

Reclaimed beauties

Happy Friday friends!  This week has flown by and my to do list seems to have magically gotten longer over the last few days.  Seems I can't find a project I can say no to.  Oh well, at least the time goes by fast.  I have been on the hunt for a table top lamp for a while now, and have yet to come across the perfect one.  Although these beauties from Anzfer Farms are top contenders.  Made from wooden pieces that were found along the San Francisco shoreline, designers Jonathan Anzalone and Joseph Ferisso have given these once rotting pieces a second life.  With a candle like glow, these beauties come in two different wattages and your choice of frosted or clear bulbs.  Sadly I need something a little brighter... these eyes aren't getting any younger!

photos via anzfer farms

Delicate lighting

I have a major love for garland right now ( the husband kindly reminded me again this morning that the Valentines heart garland is still up) and how fun are these customizable light strands from La Case de Cousin Paul.  And when I say customizable, from color of the balls to the placement of each color and even several choices of electrical wiring, what's not to love.  I totally spent 10 minutes just playing with the customizer.  You can even turn the switch on to get an idea of what it would look like on.  How cool is that?  While the are affordable if you live in Europe, getting them to us overseas is a little costly. But, these guys just might be worth it.

And in case you are color challenged, La Case de Cousin Paul has also put together kits with lovely selections in color.

all photos via la case de cousin paul