Versatile and energy efficient, LED inventions are brilliantly exciting.
These flexible lights are a great replacement for normal bulbs, giving lamps an extra boost of color and glow without using up as much electricity. What LED lights are even better for is infusing light into objects and artworks, giving them a more dynamic and ethereal quality. The options are virtually endless, as LED has been incorporated into creations such as giant outdoor chandeliers, playful sensory furnishings and technicolor pixelated mirrors. These nifty illuminators are perfect for use in anything from clothing, decor and installations as they come in various hues and can last up to 25 times longer than normal incandescent bulbs.
The wide variety of uses for these lights is what makes LED inventions so stimulating.
100 Luminous LED Inventions
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DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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LED Light-up Apparel
Glowing Gowns, Florescent Runways & Sarah Nazim
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LED Safety Straps
The Halo Belt Provides Fashionable Visibility in the Dark
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Fluffy Circular Lighting
The Anemone Collection by Olivia d’Aboville Resembles the Aquatic F
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Dripping Ceiling Lamps
The Light Shower Chandelier by Bruce Munro is Romantic and Artistic
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Mini Tree Lighting
Bonsai by Moredesign is Inspired by a Traditional Japanese Art Form
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Futuristic LED Butteries
The Wine Cellar by Jamie Beckwith Masterfully Mixes Old and New
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Glowing Geodesic Lights
The Witch Moth Lamp is a Sharp Tectonic Fixture for Futuristic Interiors
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Pliant Loopy Illuminators
The Motion Lamp Makes Lighting a Room a More Interactive Experience
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Futuristic Fungi Lighting
The Mushroom LED Lamp Has a Built-In Speaker
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Bottled Light Fixtures
The Luce Liquida Lamps are Intimate and Romantic
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Storyline Shadow Canvases
Daniel Zeller Creates Beautiful Limbo-Inspired Art with LED Lights
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Avant-Garde Glowing Hats
LED Hats by Moritz Waldemeyer for Philip Treacy Shine with Modernism
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Snow Shelter Resorts
The POD Hotel by Robust Outdoor Brands is Comfy and Compact
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LED Love Statements
Lee Jung's Lit Text Installations are Heartbreakingly Gorgeous
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Giant Outdoor Chandeliers
The Opera Australia Chandelier by Brian Thompson is Spectacular
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Raw Lumber Lamps
The Plank Light by Northern Lighting is Both Rugged and Refined
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Self-Washing Fish Tanks
NoClean Aquariums Ensures Hassle-Free Care of Your Pets
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Electric Knuckle Guards
The Blast Knuckles Stun Gun Will Win Any Fight
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Treasure-Filled Lighting
Kristine Five Melvaer's Light Jars Create a Bond Between Object and Man
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Secret Agent-Inspired Watches
These Timepieces Use Linear LED Lights Instead of Rotating Hands
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Deceiving Water-Filled Lights
The Liquid Light Uses a Tea Candle and a Lens to Illuminate a Room
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Interactive Pixel Installations
'IRIS' by HYBE Studio Imitates the Movement of Visitors
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Sci-Fi-Inspired Gowns
The 'Tron Prom Dress' is Great for the Geeky-Chic Look
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Illuminating App-Controlled Decals
Wallbrights Provide Customizable Illumination and Decoration
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Grass-Growing Fixtures
The Green Light by Nien-An Lin Brings Life to Glossy Modern Gadgets
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Lunar Rainbow Cushions
The Light Up Moonlight Pillow is a Nightlight-Teddybear Hybrid
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Circular Suspended Seating
The Rousseau Bubble Chairs are LED-Illuminated Orbs
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Projected LED Bike Lanes
The XFire Bike Safety Light Creates a Glowing Boundary
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Comic Book Desk Lights
The LEGO Arc Reactor is a True Iron Man Fan's Ideal Marvel Sculpture
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Gigantic Glowing Spherical Lanterns
Golden Moon is a Centerpiece for the Festival in Hong Kong
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Technicolor Mood Lighting
Smarten Up Your House with the LIFX Light Bulb
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Technicolor Pixelated Mirrors
Ivan Toth Depeña Finds New Way for Audiences to Dsicover Themse
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Intuitive LED Light Boxes
The L8 Smartlight Informs You of What’s Happening in Your Surround
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LED-Illuminated Seesaws
'A Tilt of Light' by ENESS is an Art Installation That Encourages Play
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LED Garden Installations
Cooper Lighting Brightens the Night
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Beaming Bike Wheels
The Cycle Halo by Ushki Design is a Hybrid Piece from a Hybrid Bicycle
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Captivating Luminous Cathedrals
The Luminarie De Cagna is Blindingly Beautiful
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Rad Rave-Worthy Sunglasses
The Macetech ‘LED Matrix Shades’ Light up the Party
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Fully Illuminating Fixtures
The Bulb-Less LightDrive Table Lamp Radiates From its Very Form
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Mousey LED Illuminators
The Mickey Mouse Bulb Brings the House of Mouse to the Hardware Store
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Rosary-Like Lighting
The Earl Pendant Lamp by Llot Llov is Devoutly Romantic
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Celestial Beanbag Seats
Belit Bag by Aakanksha Rajhans Twinkles as You Nestle into it
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LED Pentagram Cushions
The Light Up Star Pillow by Amico is Glow-in-the-Dark and Charming
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Beer Bottle Chandeliers
The Michael Goodman Creation is Perfect for Any Games Room
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Rave-Ready Neon Toys
The Rechargeable Double Rainbow LED Hula Hoop Twinkles at Night
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Illuminated Stencil Paintings
TigTab Creates Breathtaking Glow-in-the-Dark Art
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Digital Interactive Roads
Audi 'Urban Future' Exhibit at Design Miami Shows What Streets Could Be
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Colorful Cave-Inspired Clubs
The 'E Pra Poncha Bar' by Antonio Fernandez is Trippy
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LED Concert Wristbands
Xylobands Let the Audience Become a Part of the Performance
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Blooming Bouquet Lamps
Floral Arrangements Glow with the Chinese Lantern LED Lights
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Top Floor Raver Lounges
The HWKN MINI Rooftop Hosts Sky-High Light Shows
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Turn Signal Mittens
The Early Winter Night Biking Gloves Keep Bikers Safe
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Playful Sensory Furnishings
NunoErin Interactive Light Products Line is a Bright Idea
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Ominous Spacecraft Installations
UFO by Ross Lovegrove Creates Modernistic Alien-Like Visuals
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Ghostly Luminescent Bottles
These Spooky Ghost Lamps are Made from Wine Bottles and String Lights
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Designer Bug Zappers
The INADAYS InaTrap Electronic Insect Killer Will Rid You of Pests
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Whimsical Inflated Lighting
The Balloon Lamp by Kouichi Okamoto is Playfully Illuminating
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Colorful Celebratory Illuminations
This Torino Lighting Installation is for Italy's 150 Birthday
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Airplane Window Illumination
The F-Light Will Make You Feel Like You're About to Take Flight
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Arboreal Desktop Lights
The Tree of Life Lamp is Earthy and Simplistic
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Many-Shaded Chandeliers
The Miracolo Chandelier Combines Classic and Contemporary Elements
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Dreamy Light Canopies
The Molo Design 'Cloud Softlight' are Magical
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Tiny Adhesive Flashlights
The Thumb-Lite is Small Yet Super Bright
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Billowing Bubble Lights
The 'Surface Tension Lamp' by Front is Inventive
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Eye-Controlled Lights
The Michal Kohút 0, 1 Installation is Illuminating
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Cute Illuminating Bookends
The Good Night and Good Luck Table Lamp Enligthens Avid Readers
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Illuminating Instrument Designs
NeckFX by Colour Cartel Creates a Colorful LED Guitar
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Rechargeable Handlebar Lights
The 'Glo-Bars' are a Sustainable Bicycle Safety Precaution
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Eco Illuminating Clasps
Solar Loop Lamp is Environmentally Resourceful and Purposefully Practical
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Sky Changing Light Shows
James Turrell 'Twilight Epiphany' Complements the Sun's Patterns
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Light-Beaming Daggers
The SOG Bladelight Knife is Handy in the Darkest Places
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Sassy Couture Holiday Firs
The Fashionista Christmas Tree is For all the Chic Holiday Lovers
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Animated Speech Teachers
The Guardpix Language Habits Device Fine-Tunes Children's Vocabularies
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Headlight Watch Faces
The QUAD Watch is Inspired by the Porsche Panamera's Headlamps
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Super Bendable Batteries
Scientists Create a Flexible Battery That May Revolutionize Gadgets
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Color-Coded LED Chronographs
The Casseopeia Watch Has a Space-Age System of Displaying the Time
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Easy-On LED Timepieces
The Ritmo Mundo Reflex is Slap Band-Inspired
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Hybrid Fire Safety Gear
TaG Smoke Detector/Mask Alerts and Protects You from Flames
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Sweet Vendor Dancevertising
The 'Cotton Candy Dancing Pro' Video is Addicting and Unusual
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Swirly Twirly Lighting Solutions
The Nite Ize WrapLit Twists and Bends to Illuminate Dark Spaces
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BoP Energy Solutions
ONergy Works in Rural India Toward Sustainability and Equity
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Furniture-HD System Hybrids
The IKEA UPPLEVA Solves Fits Home Entertainment in Your Living Room
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Arboreal LED Lights
The Wooden Light Bulb is a Functional Piece of Eco Art
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Leeching Eco Streetlamps
The Parasite Urban Lamp Bypasser Upgrades Existing City Infrastructure
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Crab Grass Work Lights
The Fresh LED Desk Lamp is a Natural and Playful Illuminator
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Radiant Rippled Light Fixtures
The Yellow Punched Metal Pendant Light from World Market is Bold
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Maintenance-Free Streetlights
The EcoLight Lamppost is an Efficient and Independent Fixture
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Smoker-Inspired Lanterns
The Flip Torch Flashlight Conquers the Dark and Keeps Your Dignity Intact
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Timber LED Emergency Lighting
The Areware Wood Flashlight is Both Lovely and Luminous
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Emotion-Displaying Helmets
The MindRider by Arlene Ducao Informs the Wearer's Stress Levels
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Battery-Powered Aquatic Pets
The Electronic Goldfish in a Bowl is Ideal for Inattentive Pet Lovers
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Infinity Mirrors
Brighten Up Your Stale Morning Routine in More Ways Than One
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Towering LED Election Results
The Empire State Building Displayed Votes in a Red and Blue Show
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Battery-Based Paint
Rice University Researchers Transform Surfaces Into Lithium-Ion Batteries
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Plastic Marine Animal Playthings
The LED Jellyfish Mood Lamp Will Put a Spell on You
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Remote Controlled Lightbulbs
The GreenWave Connected Lighting Solution Customizes Brightness
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Modular Traffic Lights
The Sólo Signals Can be Disassembled to Serve Various Purposes
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Musical Electronic Fireplaces
The Firewood Desktop Fireplace Lets You Camp In Your Own
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Illuminating LED Surfboards
The Pukas Surfboard Fuses Technology and Athelticism
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Compact Computing Timepieces
NEXD Android Watches are Multifunctional and Sleek
Neon Polychromatic Nails
Glow Stick Press On Nails Light Up the Night
Simple Invisible Timepieces
Minimalist Analog Watches Tell Time Through Your Skin
Eccentrically Shaped Furniture
The Collection by Leif.designpark for De La Espada is Playful
Fluffy Circular Lighting
The Anemone Collection by Olivia d’Aboville Resembles the Aquatic F
Luxuriously Inked Timepieces
Mister Cartoon Diesel Watches Expertly Display Tattooing and Time
Water Lily-Like Lighting
The Nymphea Chandelier by Vaulot&Dyevre is Whimsically Dramatic
Microscope-Like Lighting
The Who is Watching You Lamp is Inspired by Security Cameras
Abstract Flower-Inspired Lighting
The Orchid Lamp by YoungJae Kim Has Minimalistic Sweeping Lines
Upside-Down Battlefield Bulbs
The Bolidismo El Crimen Lamp Features a Soldier in Combat
Avant-Garde Analogue Chronographs
The Vaum Wristwatch Displays an Illusory Digital Appearance
Pixelated Gamer Artwork
The Video Game Crafts by Winwolfz are 8-Bit Beauties
Solar Fan-Like Lighting
The Light Bird by Jang Eun Hyuk Opens and Closes Like a Fluttering Wing
DIY Plastic Figurine Packages
'Hellobee' Animal Gift Boxes are Ideal for Children
Limited Edition Rainbow Watches
Swatch and Fred Butler Team Up to Debut the 777 Watch
Hardware-Less Bike Illuminations
The Magnetic Bike Light is Convenient and Aesthetically-Pleasing
Sophisticated Sci-Fi Timepieces
The Seiko Luxury Star Wars Watches are Gorgeously Geeky
Flashlight-Like Lamps
The M Lamp by Juniper Designs Illuminates Your Life
Bedazzling Tree Lighting
The Chilean Red Chandelier Channels Rustic and Refined for a Winery
Warped Hanging Lamps
The Samba Pendant Light by Brad Stebbing is Inspired by Dancing Hips
Dual-Triangle Rotor Timepieces
The Experiment ZRO12 Watch is the First From C3H5N3O9
Stuffed Toy Smartphone Cases
The HappiTaps Beary Happi Keeps Devices Protected from Toddlers
Pixelated Print Editorials
The Marie Claire Magazine October 2012 Issue Boasts Boisterous Designs
Artistic Lo-Fi Projectors
Hardcoded Memory Represents People's Blind Trust in Machines
Dangling Cubic Lighting
The Julian Appelius Dado Lamp Brightens Your Home with Geometry
House-Shaped Lighting
The Bungalow Outdoor Lights is Inspired by Fairy Tale Homes
Ruched Silk Lighting
The Aqua Creations Custom Lighting 2012 Installation is Glamorously Geometric
Vintage Collage Collections
Ben Giles' Montages Paste Images Upon One Another
Minimalist Chrome Timekeepers
The 2K64 Watch is Designed to Stylishly Tell Time in the Future
Oversized Desk Lights
The Boom Lamp by Group Design is Height-Adjustable
Spotlighting Industrial Illuminators
The Cradle Lamp Provides Flexible Light as a Suspended Torch
Paper Silhouette Artworks
David Reeves Create Awesome Character Scenes in His Latest Series
Luxurious Skull Timepieces
The Romain Jerome Art-DNA Collection Captures Rebellious Consumers
Autumn Leaf Candle Holders
PaperPlanet Makes Tea Light Candle Holders Out of Fallen Leaves
Delicate Contemporary Glassworks
The Sylvain Willenz CIRVA Collection is Comprised of Three Series
Easy Weight-Transitioning Dumbbells
The Quick Click Barbell Does Away with Clamps and Springs
Compressed Debate Clips
The Whole Presidential Debate in 121 Seconds Video Will Keep You Informed
Compact Tech Tools
The Get-A-Way Driver is a Brazenly Bladeless Compact Gadget
Mysterious Monolithic Illuminators
Idol Lamp Emits a Sharp Line of Light for Enigmatic Atmosphere
Symbolic Skull Lighting
The Studio Baag Skull Light Produces a Spiritual Dim Glow
Melting Chocolate Lighting
The Chocolite Table Lamp is Made for the Sweet Tooth
Futuristic Film Material Timepieces
The DeLorean DNA Watch is Actually Made From DeLorean Parts
Online Campaign Savvy Stats
The 'Social Media Election' Infographic Outlines Candidates' Web Usage
Winsome Waning Illuminators
Night Light by Anil Ercan Simulates the Glowing Phases of the Moon
Personified Light Switches
The 'Trendy Girl' Kawaii Stickers by Hager Kallysta are Easy to Use
Quirky Contemporary Lighting
The Santorini Lamps by Estudio Sputnik are Youthful and Playful
Celestial Lit Ceilings
The Leo Villareal Cosmos Installation is an Amazing Illuminated Display
Olympic Athlete-Worn Watches
The Nike+ SportWatch GPS Gold Olympic Edition is Chic
Y-Shaped Desk Lights
The Task Lamp by Laura Fernandez is Inspired by the Painter's Easel
Delightful Jellyfish Fixures
The Mush Lamp is a Bold and Brilliant Accessory for Your Living Room
Gruesome Anatomy Illuminators
The Brain Candle is the Perfect Spooky Halloween Light
Magnify Glass-Like Lighting
BOB by Shpelyk Roman is a Simple Adjustable Table Lamp
Smartphone-Converted Bike Lights
Monocle by Studio KMD Ensures Cyclist Safety at Nighttime
Unplugged Charging Platforms
The Sang Hoon Lee Smart Tray Enhances Your Electric Environment
Political Cartoon Endorsements
Mr. Burns Picks a Side for the Presidential Election
Decorative Handcrafted Wall Hangings
Domestic Daddy's 'Homemade Party Decorations' Are Festive
Minimalist Hunching Lighting
The Snovsen Lamp by MadeByWho is Inspired by Geometric Shapes
Doll-Inspired LIghting
The Kokeshi Lamp is Reminiscent of the Popular Japanese Collectible
Thriller-Inspired Fascinators
Philip Treacy Spring 2013 Show Channels Michael Jackson & Lady Gaga
Minimalist Block Lighting
Boxes by Josep Lluis Xucla are Sleekly Adjustable
Holey Asymmetrical Lighting
The Oval Lamp by Ran Lerner is Filled with Geometric Lines and Shapes
Recycled Creature Lamps
The Deep Sea Angler Lamp by Justin La Doux is Terrifying
Portable Compact Campfires
The Tabletop Fireplace is Great for Roasting Marshmallows
Hidden Hearth Countertops
The Schulte Design Matchbox Coffee Table is Brilliantly Functional
Illuminating Mushroom Lanterns
The Ralston & Bau Shroom Lighting Greets You Delightfully
Handsome Space Fire Heaters
The Ambra Pellet Stove Has a Compact and Modern Design
Pendant-Inspired Lighting
The Ruskii + Ruskii Twist Lamps by Enrico Zanolla are Extravagant
Savvy Inflatable Solar Lamps
The LuminAID Light Is Affordable, Waterproof and Last 3 Years
Boozy DIY Gift Wrap
The 'Holiday Wine Bottle Bouquets' Are Crafty Presents
Holiday Decoration Cleansers
Add Winter Cheer to Your Bathroom with this Christmas Soap
Child Photographer Phones
BlackBerry Peer Provides Kids with the Most Fun Features of Smartphones
Blooming Bouquet Lamps
Floral Arrangements Glow with the Chinese Lantern LED Lights
Honeycomb Modular Hearths
The Magic Block Fireplace Lets You Increase Heat with Additional Units
Iconic Cutout Lampshades
The Lampa Dino's Light is Restricted by a Punctured Metal Plate
Honeycomb Hanging Fixtures
The Hexa Lamp by DesignLibero Incorporates the Sweet Aesthetic of Bees
Suspended Stalk Fixtures
The Vibia 45-Degree Collection Brings More Dimension to Interior Lighting
Eccentric Ski Equipment Lighting
The Willem Heeffer Ski Chandelier Up-cycles Old Gear
Tiny Adhesive Flashlights
The Thumb-Lite is Small Yet Super Bright
Wooden Pixelated Wall Art
These Mauricio Buitrago Pieces are Stunning
Iconic Bushranger Illuminators
The Ned Pendant Lamp was Inspired by the Infamous Kelly's Helmet
Protruding Paired Timepieces
The Doublefeature Watch by Paul Kweton Boasts Two Faces
Water-Inspired Music Lamps
The Wave LED Projector Mp3 Speaker Soothes Your Nerves
Eerie Cadaverous Lighting
This Lifesized Skull Lamp Amps the Spookiness in Halloween Decor
Incandescent-Imitating Illuminators
The Bulb Fiction Lamp Celebrates Simplicity and Symbolism
Circular Spotlight Lamps
M Lamp by David Irwin is a Contemporary Take on an Antique Illuminator
Tiny Table Lamps
The Radient Table Lamp Mimics the Surface on Which it Sits
Personified Pinboard Portraits
The Pinterest CEO Portrait by Eric Daigh Used 22,765 Pushpins
Towering Christmas Treats
The 'Spectacular Holiday Cake' Rises High Above Dining Tables
Devilishly Delightful Digits
The Monster Finger Tattoos are Adorable and Fun
Emergency-Detecting Stickers
The ICEdot Sensor Alerts Emergency Contact When a Person Has Fallen
Pixelated Lodging Exteriors
The Sheung Wan Hotel Looks Like It is Dismantling from the Top Down
Helmet-Ready Headsets
The Buhel D01 Bone Conductive Headphone Transmits Sound Like a Skull
Iconic Illustrated Illuminators
The Mood Light by AAStudio Glows with Playful Imagery and Color
Perforated Urban Fixtures
The Deco LED Streetlamp Casts a Diffuse Glow on the Road Below
Visored Bike Gear
The Dux Helm Helmet Comes Equipped with Sunglasses
Facial Hair Crayons
These Moustache Crayons Will Make You Wistful for School
Tool Box Torch Lights
The 9-in-1 Emergency Light Will Help You Get Through Dark Times
Contemporary Cask Lighting
The Barrel Lamp by Nieuwe Heren is Inspired by WWII Searchlights
Animal-Inspired Meal Packs
The Penguin Insulated Lunch Bag is Perfect for Back to School
Floral Bud Lamps
Bring Spring Indoors with the Kristine Five Melvaer 'Bloom' Series
Personified Popsicle Treats
The Just Jared Lollypop Men Ice Set is Fun to Eat
Smoker-Inspired Lanterns
The Flip Torch Flashlight Conquers the Dark and Keeps Your Dignity Intact
Bi-Racial Celeb Campaigning
Chris Rock Appeals To White Voters in U.S. Presidential Election
Skyline Silhouette Hearths
The Nerone Wall-Mounted Fireplace is Designed by James Di Marco
Festive Celebratory Center Pieces
Domestic Daddy's 'Stylish Holiday Arrangement' is Spirited
Comedic Presidential Footwear
Mitt Flip Flops by Alysa Poke Fun at Romney's Policies
Personified Yogurt Pops
The Disney Family Fun Popsicles are Healthy & Enticing
Smartphone Connected Timepieces
The iPhone-Compatible Casio G-Shock 2 Wristwatch is Out
Fat-Burning Lighting
The Slow Glow Lamp Changes Intensity as It Heats Up
Adjustable Industrial Lights
The Tube Lamp Uses Concrete, Magnets and Metal to Enable Modification
Political Preference Melodies
The 'Likes Obama/Hates Obama' Song Shows Celebrity Taste
Flexible Tripod Fixtures
The Axis Light Can be Adjusted by Swiveling its Supportive Sticks
Chic Celebratory Biker Headgear
The Castel Helmet Honors the 5th Anniversary of Ateliers Ruby
Auto-Tuned Political Mashups
Schmoyoho Hilariously Songifies the Presidential Final Debate
Chic Bottle Top Candles
The Champagne Cork Candle Lights up the Party
Animated Alarm Clock Casings
The 'Disney Family Fun' Faux Fur Creatures are Frightening
Charming Holiday Lights
Indian Corn Candles are the Perfect Item for American Thanksgiving