Have you ever watched a television show or movie set in a time period that made you want to hop in a time machine? Opulent architecture and fabrics from the Edwardian age, bohemian vibes in the 70s, smoky dens and midcentury furniture in the 50s… they all have style aspects that are still popular in homes today. While you may not want to …
Style With a Purpose: How to Blend Fashion and Functionality in Your Home Lighting
Your home should not only be a reflection of your style - it should also cater to your daily needs. Lighting is a vital element that influences the overall atmosphere, mood, and functionality of a space so it’s important to get it right! Balancing form and function can be challenging, but it is possible and the result is worth it. With a few tips …
A Homeowners Guide to Standard Lighting Measurements and Guidelines
If you’re building, renovating, or just ready for a change in lighting, there’s nothing worse than spending hours researching and choosing a light fixture, only to get it home and find out that a measurement got missed somewhere along the way and it won’t work the way you wanted. Before you buy, read and bookmark this article for quick …
Lampshade Basics: 7 Styles to Consider for Your Home
Lampshades may seem like a small detail in interior design, but they can have a big impact on the overall look and feel of a room. Whether it’s a table or floor lamp, or even a sconce or pendant, choosing the right shade is important. The shade you choose needs to do more than just complement your décor, its shape and opacity will play an important …
Embracing Nature: Illuminating Offices with Biophilic Design
Walking along the beach, hiking a mountain trail, perusing a park, floating a river. Whatever your favorite method, there’s just something about the way that spending time outside in nature can make a person feel more at ease and centered. But, in the hustle and bustle of modern office life, a harmonious connection with nature often takes a …
Crafting Cinematic Magic: A Homeowner’s Guide to Home Theater Lighting
Welcome, homeowners, to a journey into the heart of home entertainment – your very own home theater. As technology continues to advance, the cinema experience is no longer confined to luxury homes and multi-screen theaters. In this blog, we will explore the vital role that lighting plays in transforming your home theater into a cinematic …
Illuminating Comfort: Sensory-Friendly Lighting for Your Home
Creating a warm and inviting home environment involves careful consideration of various elements, with lighting being a key player. Any interior designer worth their salt will tell you that using several light sources rather than one (also called Layered Lighting) is foundational to a good design in any space. This is especially important for …
How to Choose a Timeless Light Fixture
As experts in the lighting industry, we often get asked by homeowners how to choose light fixtures that will look great in their home today and continue to look stylish and relevant for years to come. After all, a light fixture is not just a functional element in a room, but it's also an important design element that can set the tone and …
20 Stylish Ways to Incorporate Oversized Pendant Lighting in Your Home
In this post, we invite you to explore 20 eye-catching rooms, each featuring unique, oversized pendant lighting. Whether you're seeking inspiration for a home makeover or simply appreciate beautiful interior design, this photo collection will ignite your creativity and leave you ready to illuminate your own living spaces with incredible statement …
These 30 Mistakes Make Your Home Look Dated – And How to Fix Them
We all make mistakes - sometimes without even knowing it. If your home’s feeling dated and you don’t know why, these fixes will help you to bring your home out of the past. Mistake #1: All grey interiors Once the height of interior fashion, all grey interiors have fallen in popularity. Now, they’re more often seen as devoid of personality and …