Quick answer

Choose the Bicentric Mesh if you want a lighter, more playful fixture that you can rotate on the wall to change its orientation. Choose the Centric 4 Glass if you want a sculptural solid-brass piece with four adjustable glass shades that makes a stronger material statement.

What each fixture is made of

The Bicentric Mesh uses two spun metal mesh shades, giving it an open, airy look that reads as mid-century French modernism with a contemporary twist. The Centric 4 Glass uses four white pressed glass shades on a solid brass body, so it feels more like a piece of sculpture than a simple light.

How adjustability changes the installation

The Bicentric Mesh rotates fully on a flat plane parallel to the wall, so you can set it horizontal, perpendicular, or diagonal after installation. The Centric 4 Glass has adjustable arms that let you tailor the composition of the four shades at installation, but the arms are set once and not meant for frequent repositioning.

Material and visual weight

Mesh shades disappear visually when lit and keep the wall feeling open, which suits smaller rooms or layered lighting schemes. Pressed glass shades and a brass frame add visual weight and a warmer, more traditional glow, making the Centric 4 Glass a stronger focal point in larger spaces.

Trade-offs at a glance

  • Bicentric Mesh: flexibility vs. visual lightness: The rotating mesh design lets you reorient the fixture anytime, but the open mesh may not provide the same sense of solidity or glow as glass. Pick this if you value adaptability and an airy look.
  • Centric 4 Glass: sculptural presence vs. fixed composition: The brass and glass build makes a strong statement, but the arms are set at installation, so you lose the ability to change the arrangement later. Pick this if you want a permanent focal point.
  • Material maintenance: Mesh shades can collect dust in the openings, while glass shades show fingerprints and need occasional polishing. Consider your cleaning routine before deciding.

Product facts

  • Bicentric Mesh: Two spun metal mesh shades; fixture rotates fully on a flat plane parallel to the wall for horizontal, perpendicular, or diagonal orientation. You can change the look after installation without rewiring, and the open mesh keeps the wall from feeling heavy.
  • Centric 4 Glass: Four white pressed glass shades on adjustable arms; solid brass construction; composition tailored at installation. The glass and brass create a sculptural focal point, and the adjustable arms let you fine-tune the spread of light to suit the room.

Which should you choose?

Best for

  • Rooms where you want a lighter visual footprint and the option to change the fixture's orientation over time.
  • Mid-century or modern spaces that benefit from a playful, airy accent.

Not for

  • Spaces that need a substantial, sculptural focal point with a warmer glow.
  • Areas where you prefer a fixed composition and minimal adjustability after installation.