Beat the Heat with Stylish Ceiling Fans

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Beat the Heat with Stylish Ceiling Fans

It’s getting hot out there…really hot if you live on the East Coast, blazing hot if you live on the West Coast, and, unless you are situated in the far reaches of Alaska, then you know that the next few months bring very little reprieve. What’s a girl to do?
Central air conditioning is only truly necessary in areas where the damp, muggy heat can quickly turn you into a sopping mess, within five minutes of getting dressed. For the rest of us, those who live in drier areas, a swamp cooler can often provide help, but they are not exactly stylish and can quickly ruin your decor.
My favorite alternative is a cool (no pun intended) contemporary ceiling fan. Not heavy, ornate wooden styles from the ’80s, but rather the latest renditions from some very talented designers. Many of the newer models are Energy Star certified, which means that you are helping to maintain a greener earth.

Cirque Ceiling Fan
G2Art.com
Price Upon Request
A gorgeous, sculptural piece with large and small blades and low energy consumption.

Artemis Ceiling Fan
G2Art.com
Price Upon Request
Winner of the Good Design award from the Chicago Athenaeum, the organic blade shape creates zero noise. The fan, designed by Mark Gajewski of G Squared, is crafted from recyclable materials.

Pensi
ModernFan.com
Price Upon Request
Spanish designer Jorge Pensi created a fan with minimal design and incredible performance. Part of the collection from The Modern Fan Company, the Pensi model reveals curved molded blades and an optional light.

Acero Fan
$345.00
RestorationHardware.com
Another winner of the Good Design award from the Chicago Athenaeum Museum, this retro-industrial style fan also includes a reverse direction to recirculate warm air during the wintertime.

Rocket Remote Fan
FanWorksOutlet.com
$653.00
I am a big fan (sorry I had to…pun intended) of retro design, so this is definitely one of my favorites. 1950s styling meets modern amenities such as remote control and integrated lighting