11 Times Noguchi Lights Made the Room

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We are great admirers of Noguchi lamps for their delicate beauty and powerful simplicity; here are 10 favorite examples from our archives:

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Architect Jess Thomas chose a Noguchi ceiling light for her own living room. Photograph by and courtesy of Kate Sears; styling by Kate S. Jordan

Noguchi lanterns illuminate the dining space in an Australian rental. Photograph by Richard Powers

A Noguchi Floor Lamp Model 10A anchors a corner in the lobby of a Malibu inn. Photograph by Laure Joliet

Jewelry designer Kathleen Whitaker upgraded her Noguchi pendant light with a cloth-covered cord and a brass ceiling plate. Photograph by Laure Joliet

Various Noguchi ceiling light designs hover over this museum restaurant in Copenhagen. Photograph via Kafeteria

Noguchi lights are arresting enough to hold center court in public spaces—yet understated and intimate enough for bedrooms, like this one. Photograph by Kate Sears; styling by Kate S. Jordan

A galaxy of trend-resistent Noguchi lanterns illuminates the dining area of Manufactory. Photograph by Mariko Reed

A mini Noguchi elevates the kitchen scene at an architecture firm. Photograph by Matthew Williams for Remodelista

A Noguchi ceiling light both highlights the humble materials used in this tiny plywood-lined beach house. Photograph by Marcia Mihotich

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