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    Lighten Up! With Illuminated Furniture For Every Room

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    Amber Fijolek on Sep 30, 2009 10:24 AM PDT
    Need to brighten up a room? Better than a lamp may just be a piece of illuminated furniture! As there are plenty of sconces, table lamps, ceiling and floor lamps to wade through in your quest for the perfect one, perhaps thinking outside the conventional lighting department could help. No, don't rip down your curtains. Try instead a table with the glow of a lamp inside, but be warned-- tracking down these fancy furnishings isn't easy as they're certainly a not on top of everyone's list. They are, however, if you're looking to transform your place into a posh pad. Illuminated furniture creates an ambiance unlike that of any spotlight. And, if your lighting concept involves your tabletops, the things that adorn them will see a new light of day. Click through the slideshow for a sample of some shiny surfaces!
    Tags : tv , tabletop , table , room , light

    Hot In The Hive: Hi-Fi Hi-Light

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    Anna Yu on Sep 21, 2009 6:20 AM PDT
    From eye shadow sticks that double as an eye liner to dresses that can be worn in multiple ways, I'm a total sucker for things that can multi-task. With limited space in my room (because it's filled with clothes, of course!) I've got to make my decor count. Lately, I've been listening to my music through my dinky laptop speakers and when my desk lamp finally blew out, I had the perfect replacement in mind. The Hi-Fi Hi-Light from PB Teen is a desk lamp, a charging station for your iPod, as well as a speaker! Talk about getting more bang for your buck. While it's great in my tiny room, this is also a good choice for an office or dorm room. With the desk space you saved by not getting a separate speaker system and desk lame, you now have more room for your accessories!


    Price: $149
    Who Found It: facadeindreams was first to add the Hi-Fi Hi-Light to the Hive.
    Tags : speaker , pb teen , office , light

    Hot In The Hive: Light Pillow

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    Alex Gambardella on Jul 28, 2009 6:17 AM PDT
    Finally -- the bookworm's comfy, camouflaged alternative to the book light! This light-up pillow, designed by Linas Kutavicius, can be placed on the floor, on the bed, or even hung up as a unique wall lamp or chandelier! While I'm sure its inner metal frame keeps it from being quite as squishy and cuddly as the rest of your bed linens, its washable cover keeps the lamp soft and safe while you cozy up in your bedroom. Get your own at Generate Design. Just don't get any crazy ideas about a glow-in-the-dark pillow fight; I'm not certain the fixture is quite that multifunctional...


    Price: $189
    Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add the Light Pillow to the Hive.

    Hot In The Hive: Peter Waltz's Dollhouse Light Fixtures

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    Alex Gambardella on Apr 14, 2009 6:23 AM PDT
    Known for his skillful reworking of recycled materials such as old vacuum cleaners and used speakers, innovative artist Peter Waltz's latest gig is his crafty conversion of vintage dollhouses into modern light fixtures to brighten up your own life-size abode. These tiny "homes" come in a variety of floor plans and styles, varying not only in their architecture but in the way Waltz chooses to remodel them as well. Whether he opts to restore its original paint or force it to rust to create that distinctly antique look, each dollhouse is subtly unique from the others, not to mention wholly original from any type of light fixture you'd find at Ikea! They can be attached to a wall or even placed atop an end table -- either way these vintage dollhouses combine the youthful nostalgic charm of a girl's favorite former plaything and the edginess of modern home decor. Check out the whole collection on his online portfolio and order one yourself through the site's contact sheet.


    Price: $300-700
    Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add Peter Waltz's Dollhouse Light Fixtures to the Hive.

    Creative Candles To Set The Mood...

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    Greta on Nov 10, 2008 6:24 AM PST
    With the days now shorter and the nights colder, consider bringing warmth and flattering light into your home with candles. They're an excellent way to add an upscale and sumptuous atmosphere to your home without spending very much money. And since they come in so many unique styles, shapes, scents, and sizes, there's a candle perfect for every setting and occasion. Best yet, I found a myriad of creative and totally unexpected candles and candle accessories in the Hive. So put those boring candlesticks away and set your house aglow with something much hotter, like these mahogany-scented tree trunk pillar candles. Structural stacked rocks are an organic and artistic way to display your favorite candles, and whimsical cupcake tea lights would make for a sweet gift idea. For more ideas on ways to set your house aglow this season, search the Hive and click on my slideshow to see my five favorite creative candle finds!

    Hive 5: Banish Those Bare Bulbs With A Chandelier!

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    Anna Yu on Sep 23, 2008 6:23 PM PDT
    Chandeliers always make me think of old castles and extravagant parties hosted by people with old money, but that also means that chandeliers have no place in my home furnished with thrift store finds and Ikea, right? The Hive has once again proved me wrong with chandeliers that can belong in any home (and budget!). Check out a floral inspired chandelier made of hand-cut capiz shells or a cheeky 3D take on the traditional candle chandelier. Check out my SLIDESHOW for chandeliers that will light up your life!
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