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
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Gear-Shaped Lamps
The Schproket Light by Christopher Moulder is Magically Industrial
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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
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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
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Laser-Cut Teardrop Lighting
Blime by Alvaro Soto is Inspired by an Audio Recording
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Recycled Wineglass Lighting
The Bipolaire Pendant Light by Tat Chao is Whimsical and Futuristic
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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
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Contoured Timber Lights
The Mise en Abyme Lamp Formally Celebrates the Iconic Lightbulb
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Delicate Contemporary Glassworks
The Sylvain Willenz CIRVA Collection is Comprised of Three Series
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Waterproof Chromatic Lighting
These Smart and Green LED Lamps Bring the Atmosphere to the Party
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Kokeshi-Inspired Lighting
Doll by Ionna Vautrin Pays Tribute to Japanese Culture
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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
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Vibrant Screen Lighting
The Drawstring Lamp by Merry-Go-Round is Funky and Eco-Friendly
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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
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Hanging Honeybee Lights
The Beehive Garden Lamp is a Sweet Addition to a Moonlit Patio
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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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Jihoon Shim Designs the Half Lamp Inspired by Origami
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Fung + Bedford Creates the Sora Pendant Light for Frandsen
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The Philips Hue Datura Ceiling Light Has a Minimalist Form
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Jeremy Anderson Designs a Set of Floor Lamps for Space Relics
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The Teline Collection by Kelly Wearstler Hides Components
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Olivier Vitry’s MOONLIGHT Collection Adds a Dose of Texture
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Solenn Roch Designs the Wasaga Lamp with a Flared Look
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The Cololight Plus Hexagon Light Kit Displays a Range of Shades
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Fabien Cappello Unveils the 'Toto' Lamp with the Swedish Brand Hem
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Roll & Hill Presents its Latest Handcrafted Light Collection
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&Tradition Designs the Portable Pivot Lamp
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