Pablo Designs
Bola 24'' Sphere Light Fixture
The Bola 24'' Sphere Light Fixture is a large pendant light featuring a 24-inch (60 cm) diameter opal glass globe with custom-designed LED lighting. It is intended for use in residential interiors as well as shared spaces such as lounges and reception areas. Assembly is required, and installation by a master electrician is strongly recommended.
- Color
- Opal
- Material
- Opal glass
- Style
- modern
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Ceiling Light Fixtures
Size
Specifications
Modern spherical light fixture with opal glass globe and custom LED lighting, suitable for home and commercial spaces.
Custom-designed LED lighting, opal glass globe, assembly required, installation by master electrician recommended.
- Color
- Opal · white
- Material
- Opal glass
- Style
- modern
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 24x24x24 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Ceiling Light Fixtures
Additional Attributes
- modern
- spherical
- opal glass globe
- custom-designed LED lighting
- assembly required
- installation by master electrician recommended
- online-only
- shipped directly from supplier
Product Insights
The Bola 24'' Sphere Light Fixture delivers warm dimming from 2700K to 1800K with 95 CRI and 1700 lumens for even ambient glow, inspired by Dieter Rams' less-is-more philosophy as the original Bola Collection piece. It scales from a single pendant to a 13-lamp chandelier mixing sizes and finishes, proportional over tables 36-48 inches wide and hung 34-36 inches above; two pendants require a 72-inch table. The integrated 50,000-hour LED is non-replaceable, and the chromated stainless steel post prevents finish peeling, with gloves included for installation. Priced at $1,802, about 2.6 times the Glo-Ball's $685, the tradeoff is premium cost and non-serviceable module for design, color accuracy, and warm-dimming without a smart hub.
Verified claims
- Warm dim
- Dim-to-warm auto shifts from 2700K to 1800K, no smart hub needed.
- Color rendering
- 95 CRI ensures accurate colors even when dimmed to 1800K.
- Light diffusion
- 24-inch globe diffuses 1700 lumens for an even ambient glow.
- Design heritage
- Inspired by Dieter Rams’ less-is-more philosophy, the Bola Sphere is the original Bola Collection piece.
- Options
- Available in color and size options, plus six metal finishes and chandelier groupings of up to 13 lamps.
- Light longevity
- Features a 50,000-hour LED that dims from 2700K to 1800K with 95 CRI.
- System scalability
- Bola system scales from a single pendant to a 13-lamp chandelier mixing sizes and finishes.
- Light performance
- The 24-inch Bola Sphere uses the same custom integrated LED COB as the smaller glass sizes, producing 1700 lumens at 95 CRI with a 2700K–1800K warm-dim range.
- Light engine
- The integrated LED module is not user-serviceable and requires manufacturer replacement if it fails; it offers 95 CRI and a 2700K–1800K warm-dim range.
- Design and modularity
- Modular pendant system with 8 globe sizes and 6 finishes, including 24-inch polymer globe.
- Pricing
- Bola 24-inch is $1802, about 2.6 times the Glo-Ball's $685.
- Table fit
- Proportional over tables 36-48 inches wide; round tables ideal.
- Installation
- Hang 34–36'' above table; field-cuttable cord adjusts for ceiling height.
- Multi-lamp configurations
- Two globes need 72-inch table with 12-inch clearance; chandelier canopies accept mixed sizes.
- Placement
- Designers recommend hanging the 24-inch globe 34–36 inches above a dining table, over tables 36–48 inches wide, and at least 72 inches for two pendants.
- Serviceability
- The integrated LED module is not user-serviceable and requires manufacturer replacement.
- Finish durability
- The chromated stainless steel post makes the finish less prone to peeling or degrading in humid environments.
- Finish care
- Gloves included to prevent fingerprints on the globe during installation.
- Lifespan
- Integrated LED lasts 50,000 hours (25 years) with no bulb replacements.
- Construction
- The fixture features corrosion-resistant finishes, a timeless design, and a reconfigurable system.
- Globe material
- The 24-inch Bola Sphere globe is made of seamless ethylene polymer, not opal glass; sizes 4–16 inches use hand-blown opal glass.
- Dimmer compatibility
- Fully dimmable with TRIAC/ELV and 0-10V dimmers; DALI compatibility is available upon request.
- Weight and junction box
- The fixture weighs 15 lbs (6.8 kg); a standard junction box may support it, but Pablo Designs specifies a 150 lbs rated junction box for chandelier versions.
Product record
- Title
- Bola 24'' Sphere Light Fixture
- Brand
- Pablo Designs
- Price
- 1802 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 19 sourcesUses
A soft-glow statement pendant for living rooms and lounge areas
This large spherical pendant is intended for both cozy home interiors and shared spaces like lounges and reception areas, according to the retailer. Its 24-inch size puts out 1700 lumens, and the warm dim feature shifts the light from 2700K to 1800K as it dims, so evenings can feel softer and warmer than full brightness. The off-white globe's opaque-to-translucent shell spreads light with a brighter center and softer outer rim for a diffused, ambient glow.[1,2,4,5,6]
Build a multi-globe chandelier grouping
For a statement light in a living room, dining area, or hospitality space, this Bola Sphere pendant can be part of a chandelier-style grouping that mixes globe sizes for a layered display. Pablo Designs offers canopies that support up to 7 lamps on the 17-inch canopy or up to 13 lamps on the 26-inch canopy, so several globes can hang together from a single ceiling point.[1,2]
Hanging the Bola pendant at your ideal drop height
When installing this pendant, the 8.9-foot (2.7-meter) cord can be cut to your desired length, so you can hang the sphere at the height that suits your space. The manufacturer's assembly instructions describe passing the cord through the canopy and strain relief, then setting the lamp's height with top and side set screws. Gloves are provided for handling the lamp during setup, which the manufacturer says helps avoid finger marks.[1,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Bola 24'' Sphere Light Fixture: Choose this if you want a large statement pendant for a cozy home interior or a shared space like a lounge or reception area: the 24-inch sphere outputs 1700 lumens with warm dim color temperature from 2700K to 1800K and 95 CRI. Its seamless satin polymer globe is described as highly durable and impact-resistant, ensuring safety and lightweight handling. Note that assembly is required, and the merchant strongly recommends installation by a master electrician.[1,5,7] | Bola Disc Light Fixture: Choose this if you want a modern pendant with a sculptural look—an aluminum disc shade with an opal glass globe diffusor—for cozy home interiors or shared spaces like lounges and reception areas. Its custom LED casts 390 to 1710 lumens depending on size, offers dim-to-warm color temperature from 2700K to 1800K, 95 CRI color rendering, and works with TRIAC, ELV, or 0-10V dimmers; the 15 inch (38 cm) disc hangs from 8 foot wires. Note that assembly is required, installation by a master electrician is strongly recommended, and the hand-blown opal glass can show small imperfections like air bubbles or scratches, which the manufacturer frames as part of its craftsmanship.[8,9,10,11,12,13,14] | Totem Light Fixture: Choose this if you want a modular pendant for dining areas, entry foyers, or hallways: its four shade sizes can be combined in single or dual configurations for direct and indirect light, with a 10-foot (3 meter) cable for height placement. It features hand-blown opal glass shades with custom LED pucks, dim-to-warm 2700K-2200K light, 90 CRI, and 1800 lumens at 13W. Note that assembly is required with electrician installation recommended, and the mouth-blown glass may show small air bubbles or blemishes, which the manufacturer says reflect its handcrafted character.[15,16,17,18,19] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A suspended spherical pendant light with a large off-white translucent globe and a thin black suspension rod and cable entering at the globe's top center.
- Globe shapeNear-perfect circular sphere occupying the lower portion of the image, shown in a full front-facing view with consistent circular outline.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.24 · w 0.90 · h 0.72 (high) - Globe material and finishOpaque to translucent shell with a smooth, slightly textured matte finish that diffuses light toward the center, creating a brighter inner area and softer outer rim.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.34 · w 0.70 · h 0.56 (medium) - Suspension rodThin cylindrical black rod aligned to the image vertical center, extending downward from the top edge and terminating in a short black cap that meets the globe at its top center.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.03 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.38 · w 0.03 · h 0.08 (high) - Ceiling cableVery thin vertical cable visible above the suspension rod, centered and running to the top edge of the image.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.00 · w 0.00 · h 0.14 (medium) - Top attachment detailShort darker cylindrical cap or ferrule where the rod meets the globe, appearing slightly inset into the globe's top seam.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.36 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a clean white background, centered composition with even lighting and minimal shadowing.
- BackgroundUniform white background with no visible texture or props.
- Shot compositionProduct centered vertically and horizontally; sphere occupies majority of lower two thirds of the frame with rod and cable centered above.
- Lighting and shadowEven frontal illumination that creates a brighter central glow on the globe and very soft, minimal shadowing around the globe edges.
- Image qualitySharp, high-resolution rendering with visible subtle texture on the globe surface and clean antialiased edges.
Colors
warm off-white· globe#F6F1E5matte black· suspension rod and cap#2C2C2C- Globe shapeNear-perfect circular sphere occupying the lower portion of the image, shown in a full front-facing view with consistent circular outline.