Paper lets almost all of the light through, so the shape of the shade is the light distribution. Here is how four forms behave, and where each one belongs.

The design story behind our hourglass washi paper floor lamp — and how to choose one.

A hand-carved globe of genuine natural alabaster, a single-curve brass arm, and a small brass counterweight ball. Four decisions made the Cordelia Alabaster Globe Wall Sconce look inevitable — and none of them were. A field guide to the reasoning, with full dimensions and mounting guidance.

Most lighting guides start with the room—this one starts with your style. Match your interior to the right hand-blown art glass chandelier: aquamarine for coastal, cloud-white discs for modern, amber for warm minimalist, and soft rose for boutique-eclectic homes. Four looks, four colors, one field guide to finding the chandelier that belongs in your room.