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Lighting Art

Abstract” from Sonneman is equal parts lighting and art for your wall The clean, contemporary lighting casts a mesmerizing glow while simultaneously serving as a unique wall sculpture Indirect LED illumination is reflected on a wall or ceiling from a prism-shaped reflector that hovers over the surface on thin rods extended in tension from each of the three triangular corners Reflectors are available in three sizes and are designed to stand alone or to be arranged into a unique, abstract surface sculpture of illumination

Abstract by SONNEMAN in satin white or satin black (prices begin at $500) available at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, 602 E. Montecito St, Santa Barbara (805) 962-5811. www.ferguson.com

SmartWick style

Rooted in the rich horticultural history of Carpinteria, Westerlay Orchids is a second-generation family-owned business known for producing some of the finest flowers on the Pacific Coast The company has been a pioneer in environmental and sustainability practices and regularly contributes to local schools, nonprofit organizations, and many other community causes

Always on the cutting edge of the competitive flower business, they’ve recently launched an innovative addition to their orchid inventory The SmartWick is an easy self-watering system designed to keep each plant perfectly hydrated from farm to store to your home After purchase, simply fill the water reservoir every week with three to five ounces of water, making sure that the SmartWick (but not the plant itself) is partly submerged

Orchids with SmartWick are available at Westerlay’s Carpinteria showroom as well as Trader Joe’s, Gelsons, Albertsons, and Ralph’s. www.westerlayorchids.com

Holiday platters

from Coast 2 Coast Collection

La Arcada Mall 1114 State Street. 805845-7888 www.coast2coastcollection.com