Thanks all!
I'm thinking that 175 w metal halide (AKA The Sun) may be a bit much in
the living room of my rented apartment. ;-) I think I will look more
into Mr..Gardener's recommendation of a piece of glass and a compact
fluorescent strip light. That seems easy and effective. Bill's link
seems like a particularly good off the shelf fit too and I like the
style it comes in.

You guys really came up with many more ideas then I could have hoped
for. Thanks so much.