Lanterns, Lanterns

Bevolo

I grew up in New England and lanterns were a staple in old homes there.  They hung beside the front door and over the kitchen table and they were always a sign of welcome.  Lately I’ve taken to hanging them over kitchen islands and I love the look.

Palo Alto Kitchen Addition - Malder Lighting

We added this kitchen onto our clients’ home in 2011.  The large lantern is from Malcolm Cressi at Malder Lighting, one of our favorite sources for lighting.

Urban Electric offers so many unique and charming lanterns.  The Thomas has an Asian demeanor.

Urban Electric - Thomas Lantern

Here’s a fabulous updated lantern called the Venetian from Urban Electric.  It would be great in a man’s office or a stairwell.  The orange interior is wonderful.

Urban Electric - Venetian

And Bevolo – Of Course

My mother’s family was from New Orleans and Bevolo made the amazing lanterns that hung outside every fine shop and home in the Vieux Carre.  Many were lit with flickering gas flames.  Each style is a classic.

Bevolo

Bevolo

Bevolo

Bevolo

Bevolo

Fountains

Face Fountains from Santa Fe -- How cool are they?! 

We just made a quick trip to Santa Fe where art abounds.  These bronze face fountains by Sergio Bustamante provide a whimsical but elegant focus for a patio or outdoor room.  Love them!