Modern lighting fixtures have turned plain, ordinary lamps into a spectacle of contemporary art that serves to brighten our precious domiciles. The much clamored art pieces prevalent in the 1940's and 1950's can only be seen in old movies and on pictures in magazines. Those were the times when even a humble desk lamp was designed not only to add light but to serve as a decorative art piece as well. The popularity of such art deco lamps experienced a downfall in the 1970's up until the late 80's, when people prioritized functionality over any other feature. Also the fact that life was hard during those days kept prices and costs at a minimum.
Modern lighting fixtures however have evolved quite a lot during the past decade. Artists from all walks of life expressed their unique discipline and culture into illumination sources that were strangely symbolic of antique lamps and wall sconces from the past. Is it a habit of old trends to come back and present itself with an added modern touch? The ordinary desk, wall or floor lamp is not spared from the evolution, as contemporary illumination sources of today feature sizes and shapes that resemble antique lamps from the past, but are updated with either brushed metal or probably a touch of fresh color. These amazing types of today, as mentioned above, serve not only as a lighting fixture but as an expression of the owner's culture and taste.
As unique as wall sconce lighting is, a finely decorated home will not do without an equally impressive desk lamp. Observe how plush hotels use modern antique looking desk lamps to accentuate the feeling of prestige and how it instantly adds texture to a rather plain and simple setup in any room or hallway. Modern illumination sources of all kinds for your home need not be expensive and overly extravagant to merit comments. As long as the decoration follows the appropriate theme, a simple desk lighting, a wall sconce or a standing floor lamp will instantly add coziness and warmth to a rather plain surface. Contemporary illumination is an expression of today's culture and how it evolved from a harmonious and glorious past.
It is no surprise that you will find these modern lights in many homes today, not only in the living room but also in the bedroom, on the hallway, in the kitchen and even on the porch outdoors. People like going back to more romantic, vintage and elegant times while at the same time retaining the functionality of nowadays that the contemporary illumination sources can offer.
By:Jorge Duvais
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