Glass sphere lamps - design that has been spinning for years

2024-09-23
Glass sphere lamps - design that has been spinning for years
Alur Titanium sphere lamps - Kaspa

Ball lamps - why and which ones to choose?

If you are wondering whyy glass pendant lamps with shades in the form of a glass ball will suit your interior or you can't decide whether to choose white ball lamps, pendant balls or ceiling lamps khives, we invite you to read the following article. From it you will learn why hanging glass spheres are so popular and in which interiors glass spheres will look best. We also have a handful of inspirations for you, which we hope will help you choose the best lamps with glass shades for your interior.

Lamps with a shade in the form of a glass ball - why they are so popular and where their magic comes from

Already Greek thinkers were of the opinion that a sphere is the most perfect of all shapes found in nature. The shape is that of grains of sand, pearls or the sun. It is also a shape that is said to be a symbol of integrity, purity and perfection, as well as a symbolic victory over the force of gravity. The Egyptians, on the other hand, believed that the shape of the sphere sent friendly waves and positive energy to humans.

So it is hardly surprising that both architects and designers, for years, have been using the magnetic power and complex symbolism of the sphere to convey various contents, values and ideas through its shape in their projects.

The sphere as a geometric form has thus become a timeless shape, which every year - in one setting or another and in a different style - appears in interior trends, not bypassing the world of lamps either. After all, sphere pendant lamps enjoy unflagging popularity, not only among designers, but especially among interior users, who find it hard to resist their unquestionable charm.

Modern sphere lamps - a minimalist's dream

Anyone with even a passing interest in design has more than once heard the legendary thought of German architect, master of minimalism and director of the Bauhaus academy - the world's first school of modern design, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe "less is more" (or "less is more").

How does this timeless recipe for a minimalist style interior relate to the shape of a sphere, and therefore spherical lamps, which are perfectly suited to this type of space? As we have already mentioned, the sphere is considered the ideal shape. At the same time, it is a solid that combines the smallest surface area with the largest volume, thus offering a minimum of form with a maximum of content.

Isn't that exactly the dream of every minimalist? Convey as much meaning and arouse as much emotion as possible, with as little matter as possible. If we add to this glass - one of the favorite materials of lovers of this style, we can safely say that the glass spheres are a design that embodies the idea of minimalism in interiors.

Alur glass sphere lamps with titanium finish

Spherical lampshades and design in a timeless fashion

However, minimalism with its economy of forms and raw materials is not the only trend that determines the enduring popularity of spherical lamps. For the glass sphere - thanks in part, of course, to its minimalist nature - is not only versatile, but also subtle, unpretentious and quite neutral.

It is for this reason that both designers and users alike enjoy using it in interiors - whether in the form of accessories, furniture or lamps just. The timeless shape makes the glass hanging spheres look great in style arrangements:

  • modern and minimalist

  • classic or eclectic

  • industrial(not only in lofts!)

  • retro or vintage

  • glamour,

  • art deco

  • many others based on symmetry or simple geometric shapes.

Glass spheres are perfect for modern interiors and are currently one of the most fashionable trends in the world of lighting. Their minimalist design, which at the same time can be modern or retro, makes them popular in different types of interiors. Lamps large spheres are perfect for both modern loft arrangements and more classic or rustic styling. Their versatility makes them a popular choice for interior designers and those looking for modern and stylish lighting solutions. In addition, modern ball lamps often offer a pleasant and diffused light, making them an ideal choice for creating a cozy atmosphere in any room.

Why glass ball lamps never go out of style?

Almost all bullet lamps are universal. Designers choose them for both large, spacious apartments and small, cozy studios. Their minimalist design allows them to be freely combined with other decorative elements, such as paintings, curtains or carpets, and create cohesive, harmonious spaces. With a classic aesthetic in a modern twist, the hanging glass spheres look very stylish without distracting from key design points.

Another advantage of the ball lamp is its practicality. Due to the simplicity of form and the use of modern materials, modern ball lamps are easy to clean. As they are most often of the milky or transparent variety, they do not interfere with the intensity or color of the light of the bulb. What's more, thanks to their shape, they allow for even dispersion of rays, with which they allow to create a pleasant, soft glow in the room. It is for these reasons that sphere pendant lamps are often chosen for modern apartments and hotels, where minimalism and functionality are at a premium.

It is also worth noting that spherical lampshades are used not only w pendant lamps, but also tables, wall or flooring, which gives you many design possibilities and allows you to customize the lighting to your personal needs.

Pendant lamps spheres - in which rooms they work best?

Where to use glass ball pendant lamps? Lamps with glass shades in the shape of a ball are an excellent choice for the living room, especially if the apartment has low ceilings and the stylish lighting is to serve as a decorative element. Decorative designs introduce an interesting touch that can significantly affect the mood of the entire arrangement.

Modern sphere lamps are worth placing in the focal point of the living room to serve both a practical and aesthetic function. Where to install spherical pendant lamps? Hang them near the sofa, over the coffee table or in the center of the room. What's more, you can also introduce glass spheres in the form of additional wall lamps or standing models to complement the living room lighting with additional atmospheric points of light.

Thanks to the fact that the ball ceiling lamps emit a soft light that is pleasant to the eyes, they promote tranquility, and this is especially important in a moody bedroom. Another part of the apartment, where they are perfect for there are glass balls of light, there is a kitchen and a dining room. Thanks to the even dispersion of light, they provide optimal illumination of the table and the space around it. In a similar role, glass hanging ball lamps are placed over kitchen islands.

Lamps made of clear glass or with milky spheres are a good way to introduce a decorative element into the bathroom. The functional nature of this room often makes it difficult to furnish it elegantly, due to limited space for decorations. Sphere ceiling lights can be a great solution! Glass lamps in the form of a sphere - also in the version with a plafond - introduce a charming mood and promote tranquility during a relaxing bath.

Due to their high aesthetic value, glass pendant lamps are less often placed in typically utilitarian interiors, such as open space offices. Although glass spheres work well in the spaces of private offices, as well as serve as an elegant source of lighting for a representative conference room.

Glass pendant ball lamps, and types of room

Where to use glass ball pendant lamps?

  • lamps in the form of a glass sphere work well in the living room space, suspended in the focal point of the room or above the coffee table

  • single ball lamp successfully hang in the bedroom, as a substitute for wall lamps over the bed or table lamp

  • you can also hang the single ball lamp in your bathroom, right next to the mirror, as a countertop decoration

  • all pendant lamps are perfect as lamps to hang over the table, and lamps with a shade in the form of a glass ball will fit perfectly on a round table in the kitchen or dining room

  • glass lamps can also be a decoration for a kitchen island or kitchen bar. Glass spheres look great in a classic kitchen and ceiling sphere lamps will work even in one with a small footprint

  • A glass sphere is the perfect shape for a wall lamp decorating a mirror in a bathroom or hallway

  • glass spheres also look great in the entrance hall, and lamps large spheres look great in spacious reception areas and lobbies with a staircase

  • lamps made of transparent glass give more light than those with tinted shades, so if you want better illumination of the living room choose transparent lamps in the shape of a sphere

  • lamps with one sphere will be a beautiful decoration for a console or dresser in the living room or hallway

What design styles to choose bullet lamps for?

What kind of decor do sphere ceiling lamps fit into?? Spherical lamps are lighting that, due to their modern design and classic spirit, fit perfectly into a variety of design chics. At the top of the list it is worth putting Scandinavian style, which is characterized by prosimplicity, love of minimalism and natural materials. Transparent and white lampshades work well in this type of decor. You will find the Scandinavian simplicity of lines in the design of the astra ceiling lamp presented in the photograph.

As lighting in this shape has a long history, sphere chandelier shades continue to be a tasteful solution for rooms decorated in a retro style. For classic decor, it is advisable to choose designs with a sophisticated design. In this role, we particularly recommend our collection merida lamps in the form of hanging glass bubbles with a cylindrical lampshade.

No doubt the ball of light in the room has a glamorous feel to it. In a luxurious arrangement, gold or silver-colored designs, such as models from the Aero series, are ideal - they complement the spirit of splendor and illuminate the rich ornamentation typical of this type of décor.

Sphere lamps also look great in eclectic interiors - this style is characterized by a mix of different aesthetics and design, and the shaped lampshades, which are round in shape, fit perfectly into its assumptions. By combining tradition and modernity, they bring some welcome fuss to the room and add variety to the varied décor. You can find elaborate designs for such arrangements in the Kaspa Cumulus collection.

Glass hanging balls, styles and types of finishes

For which interiors they fit lamps with spherical shades? If you ask yourself this question, you can't forget about the style, the material they are made of and the type of finish. After all, it is these qualities that determine whether a seemingly universal glass sphere will fit in character with the room we are currently decorating.

What colors are available for ball pendant lamps? Glass spheres are usually available in transparent glass or milky opal-colored glass. On the market you can also find ball lamps in graphite and many other shades, but they are better suited as decorative lighting.

How to choose glass ball lamps for the interior?

  • lamps made of transparent glass with an exposed, stylized bulb with an interesting filament, will be great in a loft or other space designed in the industrial spirit

  • modern sphere lamps with a black, titanium or metallic finish, will suit the interiors of modern apartments and penthouses, as well as apartments arranged in a minimalist style

  • glass pendant lamps with milky and white shades, will be a great addition to the interiors of classic, Scandinavianboth japanese (Lovers of the latter, fans of natural accessories, Scandinavian and Japanese design often choose our single lamp ball lamp Alur Wood, w whose glass sphere is topped with an oak cover)

  • all bullet lamps, especially those with a metallic, shiny finish, will also add glamour to living rooms and bedrooms in glamour-style apartments and suites.

Glass ball yes no

Glass ball lamps do not go out of fashion, and with the types of finishes available, you can easily match them to different types of interiors and arrangements. Their unique design and variety of applications make them a popular choice for both homes and offices. However, if you are hesitant about whether a glass ball lamp is for you, here are the advantages and disadvantages of using ball lamps in interiors.

Advantages of ball lamps

  • Aesthetics: Ball lamps feature a modern and minimalist design, making them an ideal addition to a variety of interior styles. Their rounded form brings lightness and harmony to the space.
  • Uniform illumination: Thanks to their design, ball lamps emit light evenly, which makes them ideal as the main source of light in rooms.
  • Versatility: These lamps can be used in a variety of rooms - from the living room to the bedroom to the office. They can act as pendant lamps, ceiling lamps or standing lamps, which offers many design possibilities.
  • Ease of maintenance: Ball lamps are usually easy to clean and maintain, which is important for maintaining their aesthetics for longer.

Disadvantages of ball lamps

  • Limited styling: Although ball lamps are elegant, their simplicity may not suit more traditional or richly decorated interiors. In such cases, they may seem too harsh or inappropriate.
  • Required space: With large ball lamps, there is a risk that they may overwhelm small rooms. It is worth noting the ratio between the size of the lamp and the dimensions of the interior.
  • Need for proper installation: In the case of pendant lamps, it is necessary to ensure sufficient mounting height to avoid collision with furniture or other design elements.

In conclusion, ball lamps are an interesting option for those looking for modern lighting. Their advantages related to aesthetics and functionality make them an attractive choice, but it is worth considering their use in the context of the overall interior design and available space.

Looking for a bullet-shaped lamp?

We have selected for you 7 collections of ball lamps that delight ... all round!

Ball lamps look great and have been enduringly popular for years. Glass spheres fit perfectly into interiors with a minimalist design, as well as into arrangements in the style of French chic or modern classic. What's more, the glass spheres will be perfect for lighting a living room or kitchen, as well as a bedroom, dressing room or hallway. In a word, the hanging glass ball fits anywhere and everyone. Just choose the right style and voilà - a stylish interior is ready.

If you too are looking for a lamp in the form of a sphere, but do not know which model to decide on, we have selected seven different designs for you, which, although based on the same spherical form of the lampshade, differ in the details that make them unique. They are:

All bullet lamps, like all Kaspa pendant lamps, are manufactured in Poland, at the Krosno glassworks, so our glass lamps have the highest quality.

1. Simply put, or Alur glass spherical lamps

Looking for something very simple? You are decorating your apartment or house in a minimalist style or characterized by carefree elegance and lightness of French chic style? Glass spheres are perfect for these interiors, so start your search with our comprehensiveej alur collection. All pendant lamps in this collection are characterized by the location of the light source in a central point, so that the shades of the spherical lamps are evenly illuminated. The collection includes pendant lamps with shades made of white or transparent glass, with elegant shade holdermi in matte black, shiny silver and gold, as well as brushed titanium and oak. These lamps are available in three sizes, in single and multi-point versions. The multi-point ball lamps are attached to the ceiling with ceiling plates, and the suspension in the form of a thin steel cord and textile braided cable adds lightness and an extremely versatile character to the designs in this collection. Alur spherical lamp shades work well in arrangements consisting of several lamps that look extremely attractive without dominating the interior.

2. Ceiling lamps with spherical shades Cumulus - all in the clouds

Spherical glass shades gathered around horizontal and vertical framesy lamps from the Cumulus collection, tcreate luminous clouds, which will be an extremely attractive decoration of living rooms, kitchens or bedrooms. The collection consists of tasteful hanging sphere lamps and wall lamps, the design of which is based on cylindrical racks on which up to 14 spherical lampshades are set. The glass spheres look perfect in both horizontal and vertical versions, delighting their users at every glance. Lamps with chrome finishes, as well as those with gold finishes will look best in elegant interiors, and the black version of Cumuls Black with gold shade holdermi is a good option for fans of modern arrangements. Moreover, milk glass lamps and white ball lamps bring a cozy atmosphere to the interiors, which will be useful in both classic and modern interiors.

3. Merida pendant sphere lamps - a surprise sphere

Hanging clear glass merida lamp it's up tobry choice if on the one hand you appreciate the simplicity of spherical lampshades, and on the other hand you are looking for something more expressive, with a touch of color and an interesting twist. These are unique ball lamps, which are distinguished by fabric tubes hidden inside the shades. These tubes (also available in glossy plastic to match the glamour or glam & glitz style) warm up the stark simplicity of the spherical form and give the lamps a unique character. Thanks to its availability in three sizes and multiple color options, the Merida pendant glass clear lamp with a tube in the color of your choice will work as well in the bedroom as in the dining room or living room. Choose a color that matches your curtains, lounge set or wallpaper, or break up the monochromatic color scheme with an accent accessory in a color you like.

4. Astra - ceiling lamps with spherical shades for low interiors

Glass lamps have it that they often come in pendant versions. However, if you dream of a lamp with spherical shades, but are looking for lighting for a relatively low interior or a bedroom in which most of the space is occupied by a bed, give up the hanging sphere lamp for a rivercz elegant Astra ceiling lamp. On a two- or three-armed frame we placed respectively 4 or 6 white ball lamps made of white glossy glass. The asymmetrical nature of the design is eye-catching, and the available finish colors mean that the Astra lamp will successfully shine in both classic-style interiors and those decorated in Scandinavian or modern arrangements.

5. Avia collection - spheres not so perfect

Yes, we remember. It was supposed to be about ball lamps, but avie lamps are unique sphere lamps, which, although characterized by an irregular surface reminiscent of a planet covered with volcanoes and craters, are based on the shape of a sphere, while providing an interesting alternative to standard, perfectly spherical and smooth lamps. The organic, hand-molded shade gives these tasteful sphere lamps a slightly extravagant, artistic flair that would be perfect for modern spaces. Avia spherical lamp shades are available in three colors: transparent, amber and graphite. The Avia clear glass pendant will appeal to lovers of spaces with an austere character, especially if they are looking for a lamp with chrome finishes. Tinted glass lamps have a somewhat magical feel, while the amber version is a tasteful ball lamp for interiors with no shortage of warm materials and colors.

6. Sphere wall lamps - Mija bathroom wall lamps

Wall lamps z mija collection are small lamps made of milky glass, which are perfect for the bathroom thanks to the IP44 degree of protection. What we need to know before choosing a ball sconce for the bathroom? It is worthwhile to choose the light source appropriately, so that the wall lamp will provide us with sufficient illumination (especially if we hang it next to the mirror). In addition, it should be hung at the right height, but you can read about it in our article on wall sconces for the bathroom here.

7. Elegant sphere wall lamps from the Astra collection

In our timeless Astra collection you will find ball sconces in two versions. The design of the Astra wall lamp is based on a simple, unpretentious ball of milky glass, mounted to the wall with an almost invisible cylindrical mount. Astra Deco wall lamp it's on the other hand, a much more decorative version of the design, which will work well in hotel corridors as well as living rooms or dining rooms. The milky shades are, in this version, fixed atop vertical cylindrical frames in chrome, gold, brushed titanium and matte black.

What to follow when choice of pendant lamp bullet-shaped?

How to choose bullet lamps? If glass spheres fit perfectly into your arrangement and you want to choose the perfect one, pay attention to the following aspects:

  • lamp style

  • size of shade(s)

  • color of glass lampshade finish

  • number of light sources

In conclusion, sphere lamps will work well in lighting many types of interiors, especially those that combine timeless beauty with modern design. Their simplicity, functionality and ability to fit into a variety of design styles mean that they never go out of fashion. They are perfect for a variety of rooms, from living rooms and bedrooms, to kitchens and dining rooms, and even children's rooms. Thanks to the harmonious juxtaposition of tradition and modernity, ball lamps bring a unique atmosphere. Undoubtedly, they are an interesting proposition for anyone looking for unconventional lighting for an apartment, hotel or elegant office. We hope you already know how to choose bullet lamps to suit your needs and decorate your interior.

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