Lighting the Unexpected Way

Maximize drama and hang fixtures at eye level. Design Within Reach dressed up this editor’s home (sadly, just for a day) with   a splash of modern luxury that beckons age-old bathing rituals. The vintage-       inspired chandelier has 150 handblown glass rings, which can be arranged in any size or shape. Giogali, $1,798. 2939 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-827-0990                 

Electric clear green Murano glass ads a whimsical sense to any environment. La Murrina Glamour, $5,740. Filament,  5007 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-926-5007

A tailored two-tone is a timeless take on this retro shape. Stonegate Rachel, $450. Lappin Lighting, 222 N. 2nd St., Mpls., 612-339-5555

Hang the contemporary colander shape over the kitchen island. Starglass, $955. Room & Board, 7010 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-927-8835

Fitting for a fashionista’s boudoir. Barbara Barry’s Dressmaker, $2,380. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, International Market Square, 612-341-2906

Sheer and sexy—instant mood lighting. Stonegate Shimmer, $813. Lappin Lighting, 222 N. 2nd St., Mpls., 612-339-5555

Fresh, neutral hues work anywhere, especially at this price. Victoria Hagan Thompson, $69.99. Target

Gets rebellious with crystals in jet black and smoke. Shonbek Rivendell, $3,770. Cartier Lighting, 151 Cheshire Ln., Plymouth, 763-476-9555  

Retro curves add ease to the home. Jonathan Adler’s Whittier, $425. Macy’s Furniture Gallery

Delicate pleats make you want to dress for dinner. Jacques Garcia Couronne, $2,100. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, International Market Square, 612-341-2906

When only red will do, this makes fireworks. La Murrina Zoe, $8,900. Filament, 5007 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-926-5007

Tall, dark, and handsome. Spun Light, $1,299. Room & Board, 7010 France Ave. S., Edina, 952-927-8835

Artistic, handblown Venetian glass should live in a light-filled area. Tracy Glover Globe, $530. Hirshfield’s Design Studio, 721 2nd Ave. N., Mpls., 612-374-8901

Reflective and radiant with just a touch of disco. Mercurial by Bill Sofield, $1,392. Baker Knapp & Tubbs, International Market Square, 612-341-2906

 A designer’s favorite, this artichoke is so affordable it can be bought in multiples. Knappa, $24.99. Ikea, 8000 Ikea Way, Bloomington, 952-858-8088

Gold highlights this Far East–inspired piece. Quoizel Talavera, $153. Southern Lights, 12550 W. Frontage Rd., Burnsville, 952-890-8977

This twenty-four–light stunner adds some sizzle to the foyer. Baccarat Plume, $12,900. Citilights, 1619 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-333-3168

 Clean lines for cozy reading nooks. Hubbardton Forge Stasis, $1,000. Filament, 5007 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-926-5007

Squares of shiny black glass lit from behind and a linear shape would look stunning hanging from and open-spaced, contemporary-style loft. ET2 is available at Lights on Broadway, 6900 Broadway Ave., W., Brooklyn Park, 763-533-3366