In this modern age, there's a much stronger focus on fixtures that have harp edges and brutal design aspects, but these spherical lighting solutions prove that more organic designs are still en vogue.
As mentioned above, harsh lines and fierce structure reign supreme in the light fixture industry where the more brutal the design, the better. With that said, light fixtures have traditionally been spherical in shape and many designers continue to follow this aesthetic by focusing on the more organic shape. Perhaps it's situational, but a spherical lighting solution seems like the obvious choice when compared to other, more harsh designs that don't really add much flow to a space and can end up becoming dated fast.
45 Spherical Lighting Solutions
From Celestial Ambiant Lights to Hot Balloon-Like Lighting:
Michael Hemsworth — Feb 28, 2013 — Art & Design
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PET Bottle Lighting
The Bubble Chandelier by Souda is a Sparkling Eco-Friendly Orb
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DIY Glass Chandeliers
The Bubble Chandelier by Mint Love Social Club Offers Unique Lighting
43
Gear-Shaped Lamps
The Schproket Light by Christopher Moulder is Magically Industrial
42
Morphed Moon-Like Luminaries
The Paul Cocksedge Polystyrene Cups Project Makes Illuminating Lamps
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Fluffy Circular Lighting
The Anemone Collection by Olivia d’Aboville Resembles the Aquatic F
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Repetitive Ring Lighting
The Spiro Lamp by Remedios Simon is Mesmerizingly Concentric
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Simple Spherical Lighting
The Balloon Lamp by Uli Budde is a Genius Minimalist Creation
38
Futuristic Fungi Lighting
The Mushroom LED Lamp Has a Built-In Speaker
37
Heavy-Duty Cement Furniture
The Concrete Collection by Matali Crasset is Made for a Masculine Home
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Planted Paper Lanterns
The Hanji Flora Lamps Combine Nature with Lighting
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Sun-Powered Mosaic Lamps
The Outdoor Solar Lantern Collection is Colorful and Bright
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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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Collapsible Papercraft Lighting
Jiangmei Wu's Origami Light Fixtures Burst with Luminescent Rays
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Efflorescent Floral Lanterns
Tomomi Sayuda Daydream Series Blooms into Light
31
Laser-Cut Teardrop Lighting
Blime by Alvaro Soto is Inspired by an Audio Recording
30
Recycled Wineglass Lighting
The Bipolaire Pendant Light by Tat Chao is Whimsical and Futuristic
29
Holistic Home Lighting
The Rim Lamp Illuminates Your House with Heavenly Light
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Indian-Inspired Lighting
The Manak Pendant Lamp by Horchow is Exotically Ornate
27
Contoured Timber Lights
The Mise en Abyme Lamp Formally Celebrates the Iconic Lightbulb
26
Delicate Contemporary Glassworks
The Sylvain Willenz CIRVA Collection is Comprised of Three Series
25
Waterproof Chromatic Lighting
These Smart and Green LED Lamps Bring the Atmosphere to the Party
24
Kokeshi-Inspired Lighting
Doll by Ionna Vautrin Pays Tribute to Japanese Culture
23
Winsome Waning Illuminators
Night Light by Anil Ercan Simulates the Glowing Phases of the Moon
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Lofty Hydrangea Lights
The O.T.Tosa Lamp is a Big Bold Piece Emitting a Bright Glow
21
Vibrant Screen Lighting
The Drawstring Lamp by Merry-Go-Round is Funky and Eco-Friendly
20
Device-Dimming Lighting
The Okay?! Reading Lamp Diminishes With Every Electronic Plugged In
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Doll-Inspired LIghting
The Kokeshi Lamp is Reminiscent of the Popular Japanese Collectible
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Zeppelin-like Illuminators
Jeahna Outdoor Light by Johan Carpner and Alexander Lervik is Airborne
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Fluorescent Hexagonal Fixtures
Kriladesign Collection Features the Elaborateness of Combined Combs
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Pendant-Inspired Lighting
The Ruskii + Ruskii Twist Lamps by Enrico Zanolla are Extravagant
15
Hanging Honeybee Lights
The Beehive Garden Lamp is a Sweet Addition to a Moonlit Patio
14
Whimsical Bubble Lanterns
these Cotton Ball Patio Lights Give Your Backyard a Romantic Vibe
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Soft Spectrum Illuminators
The Blimp Mood Light Creates a Soothing Atmosphere
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Whimsical Inflated Lighting
The Balloon Lamp by Kouichi Okamoto is Playfully Illuminating
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Lovely Cone-Mounted Lights
The Aurora Lamp Makes a Beautiful Base to Feature its Iconic Lightbulb
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Illuminated Glass Gaming Gear
The Halo Master Chief Helmet Lamp is Intricately Crafted
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Scenic Table Lights
The Sun Rising Lamp is Inspired by a Japanese New Year Tradition
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Circular Spotlight Lamps
M Lamp by David Irwin is a Contemporary Take on an Antique Illuminator
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Designer Eco-Friendly Bulbs
The Baby Plumen 00 Light Bulb is Beautiful Enough to Forget the Shade
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Celestial Ambiant Lights
The Total Eclipse Lamp is Astronomically Superior in Creating Atmosphere
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Bookmarking Electrical Cables
The SOLO1LIBRO Lamp Provides Light and is Fit to Save Your Page
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Lovely Nightfall Lights
The Sunset Lamp by Alban Le Henry Emits a Gorgeous Relaxing Glow
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Minimalist Lumber Illuminators
The Oo Table Lamp by Sverre Uhnger
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Hot Balloon-Like Lighting
The Vapeur Lamp by Inga Sempé is Beautifully Bulbous
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Fruit Energy Sources
The Orange Battery by Caleb Charland Emits a Soft Glow
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Ombre-Shaded Chandeliers
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Cut Out Cardboard Lamps
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Crafty Cardboard Illuminators
Cartonado Lamp is Light on the Environment and Heavy on Character
Futuristic LED Butteries
The Wine Cellar by Jamie Beckwith Masterfully Mixes Old and New
Illusory Origami Illuminators
Pop Up Lighting Expresses its Inner Animal Once Switched On
Flowing LED Timepieces
Nebula Electric Water Clock Sends a Pulsing Light to Measure Time
Simple Spherical Lighting
The Balloon Lamp by Uli Budde is a Genius Minimalist Creation
Futuristic Fungi Lighting
The Mushroom LED Lamp Has a Built-In Speaker
Abstract Feather Sculptures
Lure by Kate MccGwire is at Once Beautiful and Unsettling
Water-Dancing Music Blasters
These Light Show Fountain Speakers Make Your Music Come to Life
Beverage Bottle Bulbs
Decorate Your Man Cave with Glass Bottle Lighting
Undulating Spherical Lighting
The Libera Pendant Lamp by Lucente is Full of Movement
Lightning-Like Lighting
The Molocko Lamp by Leonardo Criolani is Modern and Organic
Laterally Strung Lighting
The Daikanyama Pendant Lamp Mimics the Festive Lanterns of Japan
Illuminated LED Planters
This Planter Offers a Space-Saving Lighting Solution
Modern Sculptural Lighting
The No. 41 Floor Lamp by Zurn Design is Retro-Futuristic
Cement Silicone Lighting
Concrete Bin by Renate Vos Looks Like It is Burning from the Bottom
Planted Paper Lanterns
The Hanji Flora Lamps Combine Nature with Lighting
Protective Gel-Layered Gear
The 6D Helmets are Packed with Stiff Liquids
Collapsible Papercraft Lighting
Jiangmei Wu's Origami Light Fixtures Burst with Luminescent Rays
Dextrous Reading Lamps
The Glint Light Gets Comfy on its Perch According to Your Preference
Simple Organic Lighting
The Plateau Lamp by Ferreol Babin Makes LEDs More Poetic and Subtle
Tiny Recessed Outdoor Lights
The 1PUCK LP by MINIMIS is the World's Smallest Recessed Lighting
Wooden Frame Lighting
The Featherlight Hanging Lamp is Inspired by Model Planes
Knobby Desk Lights
The Looker Lamp by Santiago Sevillano Sebastia is Manually Adjustable
Unformed Figurine Sculptures
TRANS by Kohei Nawa Involves Scanning and Texture Mapping
Arachnid Industrial Illuminators
Framed Collection Lights Emphasize Their Lightbulb Focal Points
Wintery Forest Fixtures
The Sapporo Tree Series Mimics the Elegant Beauty of Snow-Covered Boughs
Folded Animal Illuminators
These Paper Lamps Are Adorably Shaped and Ready to Light Up a Room
Animalistic Cone Lighting
The Yorky Lamp by Hlynur Atlason is as Cute as a Yorkie Puppy
Militarized Motocycle Helmets
The Bell Rogue Helmet is Made for Soldiers at Heart
Recycled Wineglass Lighting
The Bipolaire Pendant Light by Tat Chao is Whimsical and Futuristic
Whimsical Tree Lamps
My Treem by Fajno Brings a Touch of Nature and Femininity into the Home
Indian-Inspired Lighting
The Manak Pendant Lamp by Horchow is Exotically Ornate
Energy-Fluid Flashlights
The Moblant Community Lantern Gets its Charge from its Environment
Jellyfish Pendant Lamps
Roxy Russell Medusae Collection Provides Mood Lighting with Sea Creatures
Contoured Timber Lights
The Mise en Abyme Lamp Formally Celebrates the Iconic Lightbulb
Flashy Shutterbug Illuminators
The DSLR Paparazzi Lamp is a Celeb-Hounding Camera Light
Upcycled Explorer Lights
The Egg of Columbus Turns Paper Pulp into Contemporary Lighting Fixtures
Crappy Desktop Illuminators
The Poop Lamp Delights at Least One Sense with its Colorful Glow
Tower Crane-Like Lighting
The Cantilevered Desk Lamp by Taylor Donsker is Minimalist and Masculine
Minimalistic Wooden Garlands
This DIY Christmas Garland is Simple and Festive
Kokeshi-Inspired Lighting
Doll by Ionna Vautrin Pays Tribute to Japanese Culture
Retro Town-Wide Light Installations (UPDATE)
Beforelight Light Up the Streets of Athens
Stadium-Like Lighting
The Projector LED Table Lamp Spotlights Your Task at Hand
Crystal-Structured Lighting
The Gem Table Lamp Contains a Bejeweled Core
Metal-Controlling Winter Headgear
The Magneto Helmet Beanie Salutes the Ultimate X-Man Villain
Vibrant Screen Lighting
The Drawstring Lamp by Merry-Go-Round is Funky and Eco-Friendly
Looping Cord Lighting
The Pull Wall Sconce is Turned On by Tugging Down
Clustered Cane Illuminators
The Introvert Lamp Has the Sophistication of Age with a Fresh Design
Magnify Glass-Like Lighting
BOB by Shpelyk Roman is a Simple Adjustable Table Lamp
Breath-Inciting Illuminators
The Wind Up Light Begins to Glow Once You've Given it a Blow
Sneaker Base Lighting
The 6FT - 6IN Lamp by Grotesk is Made for the Playful Baller
Shattered Glass Sculptures
The Glass Figures by Daniel Arsham are Poetically Fractured
Doll-Inspired LIghting
The Kokeshi Lamp is Reminiscent of the Popular Japanese Collectible
Suspended Rainbow Decor
The Spektral Paper Mobile Adds Festive Color to Any Room
Zeppelin-like Illuminators
Jeahna Outdoor Light by Johan Carpner and Alexander Lervik is Airborne
Fab Factory Lighting
The Radar Scone by Schoolhouse is a Fixture of Modern and Machine-Age Fusion
Massive Unifying Sculptures
Tadashai Kawamata Makes a Giant Chair Sculpture Out of Furniture
Hanging Honeybee Lights
The Beehive Garden Lamp is a Sweet Addition to a Moonlit Patio
Whimsical Bubble Lanterns
these Cotton Ball Patio Lights Give Your Backyard a Romantic Vibe
Practical Spooling Illuminators
The Urglass Lamp May Not Be Cordless, but it Promises Portability
Sleek Hi-Tech Lighting
The Satechi Smart LED Desk Lamp Features Four Modes and a USB Port
Abstract Ebony Illuminators
Black Light by Diana Dumitrescu Challenges Fixtures' Expected Features
Serpentine Coiling Lights
The S7 Lamp Takes a Snake-Like Shape to Fit in Amidst Your Furnishings
Kitchen Utensil Lighting
The Electric Mixer Lamp is Made with a Retro Refurbished Mixer
Fictional Fruit-Inspired Lighting
Maranga by Christophe Mathieu is Mouthwateringly Illuminating
Air-Freshening Fixtures
The Nature-K Pendant Lamp Positively Affects Your Sense of Sight and Smell
Disco-Inspired Transit Stops
U-Bahnhof by Pfarre Lighting Design Features Interactive Subway Art
Humanistic Task Light
The Pixo Lamp by Pablo Designs is Full of Versatile Character
Whimsical Inflated Lighting
The Balloon Lamp by Kouichi Okamoto is Playfully Illuminating
Hi-Tech Portable Lighting
The Voltaic USB Touchlight is Perfect for On-The-Go Individuals
Regal Reflective Lighting
The Pharaoh Pendant Lamp Showcases the Hulger Plumen 001 Light Bulb
Warm Minimalist Lighting
The Fuse Pendant Lamp by Note Design Studio is Warm and Comforting
Marine-Inspired Illuminators
Fishy lamps by Frank Gehry are Ethereal
Branded Marker Chandeliers
Stephen Justice Reworks 'Poska' Markers into a Branded Art Installation
Pitched Abode Illuminators
Mookum Houses Lighting has a Literal Homeyness to its Handsome Forms
Gaudy Underwater Illuminators
The Anthropologie Octopus Chandelier is Eclectically Ornate
Lumber-Caged Illuminators
The Zwol Pendant Lamp is Protected by a Warm Wooden Enclosure
Divine Disrobed Lamps
Lampshadesofgrey Celebrates the Hidden But Integral Part of Antique Lights
Futuristic Symmetric Lighting
Schwarzlicht by Markus Schwarz Boasts an Irregular Shape
Measuring Stick Lighting
The Upcycled Ruler Lamp is a Smart DIY Project
Compact Accordion LED Lanterns
This Pop-Up Two Way Lantern is Handy For Outdoor Excursions
Industrialized Kettle Sculptures
The Techno Steampunk Teapot Forges Mechanics with Tea Time
Mod Miner Lanterns
The Lampe Lena is an Antique Form That's Been Given Contemporary Light
Fruit Energy Sources
The Orange Battery by Caleb Charland Emits a Soft Glow
Disoriented Double-Shaded Lamps
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