Calligraphy by Corbett Lighting
TREND WATCH
Bright Ideas Three trends enlightening designers this season
Design Reflecting Reality
Conversation Starters Jeffrey Johnson, Interior Designer Jeffrey Design LLC, Dallas, TX www.jeffreydesignllc.com
Laurie Gorelick, Interior Designer Laurie Gorelick Interiors, Natick, MA www.lauriegorelickinteriors.com “More and more, design reflects our view of the world. It responds positively with symbols showing acceptance, or negatively with symbols inapposite to the current world order. The scale is tipping to acceptance of design elements reflecting high contrasts, and trending toward designs that incorporate hard and soft, rough and smooth, opaque and translucent, shiny and matte, all in one. Take for example Troy Lighting’s Origami Pendant. In hand-worked iron, the matte bronze exterior shell contrasts with its shiny gold-leaf interior. The random hard angles of the metallic shell are in stark contrast with the translucent glass orb. Corbett Lighting’s Modernist pendant is similarly symbolic. The core features polished stainless pointed planes, some of which are finished in silver and gold leaf, penetrating the textured linen cylindrical shade. Elements in stark contrast—converge in a single sculptural piece – a metaphor for a world grappling with disruptive chaotic elements.”
Origami by Troy Lighting
Modernist by Corbett Lighting
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“I was drawn to Troy’s Atomic for its individual style. Atomic has identical components that draw the eye to its design. Coupled with its multiple finishes, Atomic conveys quite a strong presence with its classic style. Another favorite of mine is Corbett Lighting’s beautiful Calligraphy chandelier, which has quite unusual movement in its design elements. It allows you to see through space without blocking any of the room. The shape of the chandelier is so effortless and calming, while the silver leaf details are breathtaking. Every room needs a conversation piece, and this chandelier will certainly be talked about!” Atomic by Troy Lighting
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