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Stamen Pendants in Harborview Hills

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •

Set in the Harborview Hills, this dynamic home features intricate designs and modern interiors. Weaving walnut wood doors and woven-steel paneling, Laidlaw Schultz Architects create an architectural design that boldly embraces the best of what nature and man can offer. This flow of opposing forces smoothly transitions throughout the interior, and creates a dynamic environment.

Niche Stamen Modern Pendant

Stamen Modern Pendant in Sapphire

Above the marble countertop, Niche Modern Stamen pendants in Sapphire add a much needed pop of color in this minimalistic and chic interior. The elegance of a bare-bulb filament wrapped in hand blown glass is unparalleled in its nature inspired design. Crafted by local artisans in the Hudson Valley, the Stamen pendant adds beautiful curves and graceful lines to the linear kitchen.

Niche Stamen Pendant in Sapphire

Sapphire Stamen Pendants
Filed Under: Modern Lighting Features

West Lake Residence

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •

This West Lake Residence, deep in the heart of Texas, offers plenty of space and modern design to keep cool in the Texas heat. Minimalistic and chic, this home combines neutral and dark tones to create a soothing aesthetic. White walls adorned with art and dark woods interact gracefully without distracting the eye. This renovation sought to strip years of accumulated decoration and reveal a more simplistic and pure architectural interior.

Niche Modern Bella Pendants

Crystal Bella Modern Pendants

Niche Modern provided the Bella in Crystal to create a dazzling pendant grouping that is simple and beautiful. Hanging above the dining room table, this cluster of ten gracefully illuminates the dining room and art work on the wall. Set in front of large glass doors, our Bella pendants allow ample light to filter through the Crystal shade and bounce around the room. These pendants pair well with the open space and complements the focus on the stunning views.
Filed Under: Modern Lighting Features

Bell Jar and Binary Pendants in Industrial Chic

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •

This Greenwich Village town home, erected in 1842 by renowned builder Andrew Lockwood, stood the test of time in everything but its original design. Hoping to shake up the interiors without compromising its character or history, Leroy Street architects and decorator Christine Markatos Lowe adapt this town home to fit the needs of a young family.

Trio of Niche Modern Pendants

Niche Modern Bell Jar Pendants in Amber

Incorporating neutral tones in the living and dining areas, the home gets a subtle yet much needed refreshment. The yellow and grey palette blend in with warm browns and cream walls. Hanging above the kitchen island is a trio of Niche Modern Bell Jar pendants in Amber. The bare bulb filament and large curvature enhances the natural light and luminosity of the space.

Gray Niche Modern Binary Pendants

Binary Pendants in Gray

Utilizing a Holly Hunt cushion and modern dining room table, the Binary Modern pendants create an industrial chic design for this side living room. Complementing the Gray Binary Pendants, the antique steel cabinet by Fleur rounds out the living room by creating an upbeat and utilitarian storage system.
Filed Under: Modern Lighting Features

Solitaire en la Ciudad

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Meghan Ford •

Ludwig, a name already famous for keeping the beat, has been serving mole and music to the hungry hot-blooded crowds of Mexico City, and our Solitaire pendants have snagged a piece of the party, installed about the bar.

Solitaire Modern Pendant

Niche Modern Solitaire Pendant in Chocolate

Located across from the sizeable Chapultepec Park in the Polanco neighborhood, the restaurant has been described as everything from sports bar to wine room – the men and women in charge prefer to simply refer to it as a ‘place to eat, drink, and hang out!’

Ludwig Culinary Bar in Mexico

Ludwig Culinary Bar

An interior pallet of mostly wood, stone, and brick lends the perfect accompaniment to the rich tones of the Solitaire pendants’ Chocolate blown glass shades, so guests can sip their cerveza in style.

Solitaire Modern Pendants in Chocolate

Solitaire Pendants in Chocolate

Gastropub, culinary haven, or nightlife lounge: call Ludwig what you will, just don’t call it quiet. Stay thirsty for Niche Modern design, my friends – we’ve got the next round.
Filed Under: Modern Lighting Features

Pod Pendants in Beato Restaurante

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •

Take a trip to São Paulo and visit Beato Restaurante, Niche Modern’s new favorite restaurant in Brazil. Featuring a vibrant hue of colors ranging from blues to yellows, this restaurant is fun and refreshing. Key design elements such as accented bar stools and chairs in teal and green, and strategically placed pathways create an unique dining experience. The restaurant is airy and serene, a great combination for a night on the town.

Niche Modern Pod Pendants in Amber

Niche Modern Pod Pendants

Above the bar is the Pod modern pendant in Amber. With its elongated and curvy design, the Pod hangs boldly above the dining tables. Each Niche Modern Pod pendant is hand blown in our Beacon studios and makes each pendant unique in its artisanal and design beginnings. Paired with a filament bulb- the Pod brings an elegant touch of the past to a truly modern design and space.

Modern Lighting Project Details

Project: Beato Restaurante
Location: São Paulo, Brazil
References: Pessoa Chique
Photography: Tadeu Brunelli
Modern hand blown pendants used: Pod Modern Pendants
Filed Under: Featured Lighting Projects

Kitchen by Oomph Design Inc.

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •
Solitaire Modern Pendants

Sapphire Solitaire Modern Pendants

This stunning kitchen by oomph design inc. creates an elegant balance among the dark, neutral, and light hues in the space. Complementing the powder blue tiling under the cabinetry, Niche Modern Solitaire pendants in Sapphire bring out the subtle colors and the beauty of simplicity. Hanging above the kitchen bar, the Niche Solitaire pendants provide ample lighting. Set above each bar stool, everyone gets their own personal source of light. Incorporating a modern kitchen theme, the stainless steel appliances and white cabinetry promote a sleek appearance that plays nice with the dark drawers and Sapphire pendants.

Niche Solitaire Pendants in Sapphire

Niche Solitaire Pendants

Modern Lighting Project Details

Project: High Park
Location: Toronto, Ontario
References: Houzz
Architect: oomph design inc.
Photographer: oomph design inc.
Modern hand blown pendants used: Solitaire Modern Pendants
Filed Under: Featured Lighting Projects

Niche Spark Chandelier in the Great Room

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Stuart Akers Jr. •

This D.C. home is filled with warm colors, lots of light, and a cozy atmosphere. With the homeowners seeking a home that can entertain a party, but still evokes the great room of yesteryear, the team at Christopher Patrick created a space that has abundant seating for guests and that is modern but functional. The arrangement allows for cozier conversations when necessitated, but allows for this great room to be filled with friendly faces. Transforming a dated room into something this fabulous took time, skill, and a few central design pieces.

Spark Modern Chandelier

Spark Modern Chandelier

The Niche Modern Spark Chandelier groups this room together. With its signature bulb, grand canopy, and chic design, the Spark Modern Chandelier dances a tango with the vintage and modern aesthetic. Hanging over the center sofa, the Spark balances between the divided living room. Elegant and timeless, the Spark modern chandelier dazzles in this Washington, D.C. great room.

Location: Washington, DC
Interior Design: Christopher Patrick Interiors
Architecture & Construction: Wentworth Studio
Photography: Erik Kvalsvik
Filed Under: Featured Lighting Projects