Pablo Designs
Totem Light Fixture
The Totem Light Fixture by Pablo Design is a blown-glass pendant light featuring a two-tier cylindrical form with an hourglass-inspired silhouette, designed to provide warm ambient illumination in living spaces, dining areas, or entryways. It is constructed from smoked transparent blown glass with a custom-designed LED lighting system and an inner diffuser for soft light distribution, measuring 7 inches (18 cm) in diameter and 7 inches (18 cm) in height. Assembly is required, and installation by a master electrician is recommended; this online-only item ships directly from the supplier and may take 2 to 4 weeks for delivery.
- Material
- blown glass
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Ceiling Light Fixtures
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Specifications
A circular blown-glass light fixture with an hourglass-inspired shape that adds warmth and sophistication to your decor.
Blown glass construction with custom-designed LED lighting; requires assembly; professional installation recommended.
- Material
- blown glass
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 7x7x7 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lighting Fixtures > Ceiling Light Fixtures
Additional Attributes
- blown glass
- custom-designed LED lighting
- assembly required
- installation by master electrician recommended
- hourglass-inspired shape
Product Insights
The Totem Light Fixture by Pablo Designs (CAD 1218, in stock) continues a 30-year design lineage and won the 2024 Archiproduct Design Award. Its modular platform offers 4 hand-blown opal glass shade sizes in single or dual configurations, enabling up to 20 models with mix-and-match flexibility. Each shade has its own integrated LED puck (1800 total lumens, 400 up, 1400 down) delivering 90 CRI, dim-to-warm from 2700K to 2200K, and 50,000-hour lifespan. The fixture is 95% recyclable, and a leveling gasket system corrects uneven rims for alignment. A 1:5 scale model kit allows physical shade preview before purchase. The main tradeoff is that the integrated LED is non-replaceable, but its longevity and warm dimming replicate incandescent quality while reducing waste.
Verified claims
- Design lineage
- Totem continues a 30-year design lineage and won the 2024 Archiproduct Design Award.
- Modular system
- Totem platform offers 4 shade sizes in single or dual configs for up to 20 models.
- Sustainability
- Integrated LED rated 50,000 hours; fixture 95% recyclable.
- Installation
- Each shade has its own LED puck and a leveling gasket corrects uneven rims for alignment.
- Material
- Hand-blown opal glass delivers deeper, softer light diffusion than acrylic or silicone pendants, with 400 lumens uplight in dual arrays.
- Dim-to-warm
- Dims continuously from 2700K to 2200K, replicating incandescent warm fade.
- Color rendering
- 90 CRI ensures accurate color reproduction for skin tones and art.
- Diffusion quality
- Opal glass and hand-blown variation produce soft, glare-free light.
- Light output
- The Totem produces 1800 total lumens in the Up/Down configuration, split 400 lumens upward and 1400 downward, and each shade contains its own LED puck for scalable output.
- LED lifespan
- Integrated LED rated for 50,000 hours for decades of warm dimming.
- Pre-purchase planning
- 1:5 scale opal glass model kit allows physical testing of shade combinations before purchase.
- Lighting system
- Each shade has its own LED; provides 400 lumens upward in cluster; integrates with sconces and table lamps.
- Design flexibility
- Modular system with up to 20 configurations and coordinating sconces.
- Cool-down
- Cool the glass to room temperature before cleaning to avoid thermal cracking.
- Cleaning agents
- Only use water or mild cleanser; avoid alcohol, solvents, abrasives, and vinegar.
- Care
- Dry frosted glass immediately after cleaning and dust with soft brush to prevent water spots and scratches.
- Leveling shim system
- Leveling gasket shims ensure vertical alignment despite uneven rims.
- Driver independence
- Each shade's own LED puck removes need for centralized driver.
- Up/down output
- Directs 400 lumens upward and 1400 down, washing the ceiling for ambient light.
- LED longevity
- 50,000-hour lifespan with integrated non-replaceable LED.
- Ecosystem
- Shared four blown-glass shade sizes and 90 CRI LED across Totem sconce and table lamp.
- Modular design
- Each shade has independent LED puck; field-cuttable cords allow easy clustering.
- Design award
- Won the 2024 Archiproduct Design Award for Concept and Design.
- Model kit
- 1:5 scale glass model kit enables physical shade preview before purchase.
- Dimmer compatibility
- The Totem's integrated LED is fully dimmable and works with standard TRIAC (trailing edge) or ELV (electronic low voltage) dimmers; 0-10V dimming can be requested separately.
- Mounting hardware and drop length
- The Totem ships with a 10-foot fabric-sleeved cord and a 6.75-inch white steel canopy that covers a standard junction box; the cord is field-cuttable, so the maximum drop is 10 feet but it can be shortened during installation.
Product record
- Title
- Totem Light Fixture
- Brand
- Pablo Designs
- Price
- 1218 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 15 sourcesUses
Soft pendant lighting over a dining table or entryway
This ceiling-mounted pendant uses mouth-blown opal glass shades, each with its own LED light puck, to cast a soft, glare-free warm light. Choose from four shade sizes in single or double combinations to suit both direct and indirect lighting, which the maker says makes it best suited over dining areas, entry foyers and hallways. Installation by a master electrician is recommended.[1,2,5,6,7]
Design a custom shade arrangement for your space
The Totem pendant comes with four mouth-blown glass shades in descending sizes (A, B, C, D), which can be used as single or dual shade combinations to create up to 20 unique models. This flexibility supports personalized groupings that run from the ceiling down to pendant height, making it well suited over dining areas, entry foyers, and hallways. The combinations are designed to satisfy both direct and indirect illumination needs.[1,2]
A sculptural accent for elevating your decor
The Totem pendant can serve as a decorative focal point when you want lighting that adds warmth and sophistication to a room. Its circular, hourglass-inspired blown opal glass shade is described by the maker as a classic, versatile design, making it an option for enhancing a space's overall aesthetic. Note that the warming, sophisticated effect is the retailer's promotional description rather than a verified outcome.[1,7]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Totem Light Fixture: Choose this if you want a compact, sculptural pendant for dining areas, entry foyers, or hallways: it measures about 7 inches (18 cm) in both diameter and height, is offered in a single size, and comes in Black or Bronze/Amber finishes. It features hand-blown smoked opal glass with stacked cylindrical shades, a warm-toned internal diffuser, custom-designed LED lighting, and a 10-foot (3-meter) cable, with the manufacturer describing the Totem line as a versatile modular system best suited for direct and indirect illumination. Note that assembly is required, installation by a master electrician is recommended, and small imperfections such as air bubbles or minor blemishes can occur in the mouth-blown glass, which the manufacturer frames as part of its craftsmanship.[1,2,3,4,5,6,7] | Totem Classic Hanging Lamp19.75 Cm Tall 19.75 Cm Tall: Choose this if you want a statement pendant that casts warm ambient light both upward and downward through its two hand-blown glass shades. This white variant has a glossy two-tier silhouette measuring 17 inches (43.25 cm) in diameter with a 7.75-inch (19.75 cm) shade, and comes with a dimmable LED bulb offering dim-to-warm 2700K-2200K light and a brightness of 1400 to 1800 lumens, hung on a field-cuttable 10-foot (305 cm) cable. Keep in mind the manufacturer recommends installation by a certified electrician.[2,3,8,9,10] | Sky Dome Wood Hanging Lamp See Available Sizes: Choose this if you want a low-profile pendant with a dome-inspired wood disc shade that casts a variable glow both upward and downward, mimicking natural light diffusion. It suits spaces needing warm, dimmable ambiance: the included bulb dims with dim-to-warm technology (2700K-2200K), delivers up to 1250 lumens (850 down, 400 up) with glare-free illumination, and uses just 18 watts. It comes in 18-inch and 24-inch sizes in Walnut or White Oak finishes; note that the shade's light output spans 400 to 1250 lumens, so brightness depends on dimming level, and the specific wood shade (white oak or walnut) for the shown variant is not confirmed on the page.[11,12,13,14,15] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A suspended two-tier cylindrical glass pendant with a transparent smoky outer shade and a rounded internal light diffuser, shown hanging above a table.
- Pendant overall shapeTwo stacked cylindrical glass forms creating a compact totem shape: a shorter cylinder on top and a slightly taller rounded cylinder below, aligned on a central vertical axis and suspended from a thin cord.
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x 0.40 · y 0.03 · w 0.20 · h 0.25 (high) - Outer material and finishTransparent smoky glass with visible vertical reflections and slight chromatic tint, glossy finish.
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x 0.40 · y 0.03 · w 0.20 · h 0.25 (high) - Inner diffuserRounded central diffuser inside the glass, opaque and warm-toned, emitting a soft warm light.
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x 0.45 · y 0.09 · w 0.11 · h 0.10 (high) - Suspension detailThin vertical suspension cord visible above the top cylinder, centered on the fixture.
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x 0.49 · y 0.00 · w 0.01 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the pendant above a marble table with a small marble vase and a tufted leather bench, soft natural light through floor-to-ceiling curtains and a window.
- Marble table surfaceFlat white marble tabletop with subtle gray veining and a glossy finish occupying the foreground lower portion of the image.
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x 0.00 · y 0.82 · w 1.00 · h 0.18 (high) - Small vase and plantShort geometric white marble vase with a rounded flat face holding green leafy stems, placed near the table front-left and casting a distinct shadow on the table.
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x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Tufted leather benchLow, tufted bench or ottoman in warm medium brown leather behind the table, showing horizontal buttoned seams and a smooth leather surface.
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x 0.34 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.25 (high) - Curtained backgroundFloor-to-ceiling light-colored sheer curtains filling the right-middle background and diffusing incoming daylight.
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x 0.45 · y 0.00 · w 0.55 · h 1.00 (high) - Window frame and viewTaller dark-framed window or door visible at left background showing blurred outdoor vertical elements.
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x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural daylight from left creates gentle highlights on the glass pendant and distinct cast shadow of the vase on the table surface.
Colors
smoky gray· outer glass shade#6C6C6Awarm cream· inner diffuser#F3ECCDnone· nonePackaginglight gray· visible metal/cord#ECEFEDwhite marble· vaseleaf green· plant leaveswarm brown leather· bench leather#94847Bwhite marble· marble tabletop#ECEDEB- Pendant overall shapeTwo stacked cylindrical glass forms creating a compact totem shape: a shorter cylinder on top and a slightly taller rounded cylinder below, aligned on a central vertical axis and suspended from a thin cord.
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Product
Ceiling-mounted pendant light with a round canopy, three thin suspension cords, two stacked translucent smoked-glass cylindrical shades and internal glowing disc diffusers; a narrow metallic ring accent sits between the two glass sections.
- Ceiling canopyCircular flat canopy flush to the ceiling with a matte dark finish and subtle highlight near its center.
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x 0.33 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Suspension cordsThree thin vertical suspension cords or cables descend from the canopy and connect to the upper glass section; cords appear dark and textured.
3 regions
x 0.41 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.49 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.45 (high) - Upper glass shadeUpper cylindrical glass shade with straight sidewalls and an open top; glass is translucent smoked gray with visible internal reflections.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.20 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high) - Lower glass shadeLower cylindrical glass section is larger, curves outward slightly at the center joint and has an open bottom; same smoked translucent appearance as the upper section.
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x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.52 · h 0.36 (high) - Central metallic ringNarrow ring element between the two glass sections with a dark outer band and a thin warmer metallic accent along its edge.
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x 0.35 · y 0.42 · w 0.30 · h 0.09 (high) - Inner diffusersTwo flat rounded disc diffusers inside the glass sections produce a warm cream light; upper diffuser visible near top of lower shade and a second diffuser visible within the upper glass.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.38 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.26 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (medium) - Glass reflections and highlightsSmooth glossy reflections on the glass surfaces show bright specular highlights and subtle vertical streaks from environment reflections.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.22 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a clean white background with even lighting and a soft shadow below the fixture; image is centered and vertically composed.
- Background and stagingPlain seamless white background with no props or packaging visible.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse lighting with minimal hard shadows; a faint soft shadow appears beneath the lower shade on the background.
- Framing and cropFixture is vertically centered in the frame with some white space above the canopy and below the lower shade; entire fixture is visible and not clipped.
Colors
matte dark gray· canopy and cords#2E2D2Bsmoked gray· glass shades#6C6C6Cwarm off-white· inner diffusers#D3D2D3warm gold accent· metallic accent ring#ACABAC- Ceiling canopyCircular flat canopy flush to the ceiling with a matte dark finish and subtle highlight near its center.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Pablo Designs
Totem Up/Down Light