When planning the lighting for a room, it is important to think functionally. For what purpose and where will you need light? Arc floor lamps are a great way to focus variable light on a particular part of a room, but also they can be easily be moved if requirements change. A modern Arc de Triomphe, if you will.

Used in moderation and always with a dimmer, Edison-style exposed light bulbs bring a bit of cozy, warm grit to an otherwise dark room or interrogation cell. Tesla is turning in his grave.