That tip is helpful when it comes to simple, rectangular objects, but not so much when it comes to what I am looking for, in particular chairs that look like the files I've attached below.

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt29 ... gyiyvz.jpg

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt29 ... cufhfl.jpg

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt29 ... i2o5bp.jpg

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt29 ... r8xse9.jpg

http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt29 ... bkq53c.jpg

Regarding the custom lamp, I used a combination of cylinders and models in Art of Illusion and SweetHome itself. I've attached a link to that as well.

https://www.mediafire.com/?6qlg4t7hy5n5p4o