Beyond its functional role in cooking and entertaining, the kitchen is where memories are made and lasting bonds are created. If you find yourself glancing at your kitchen and sensing it needs a refresh, you're not alone! Getting started can seem like a daunting task to undertake, but with some inspiration from these curated spaces and expert …
Commercial Lighting – A Guide to Lighting Your Business
Lighting a commercial building isn’t a simple task. The needs of a business are often complex, and meeting those needs requires a solid understanding of how light works in a commercial space. Much like a business plan has several objectives, a commercial lighting plan typically has several objectives or goals. Common Goals for Commercial …
7 Stunning Kitchens that Will Inspire You to Install Pendants Immediately
Pendants lights - not only do they make a great focal point, they also provide the perfect amount of light when the late-night ice cream cravings hit. From moody modern to rustic charm, pendant lights effortlessly fit into just about any interior style, making them a favorite choice for homeowners and designers alike. With a little inspiration, …
Elevate Your Home: Embracing the Latest Interior Design Trends
In the fast-evolving world of interior design, staying up-to-date with the latest trends can feel like a full-time job. It can be hard to tell which trends are here to stay, and which ones will be gone by next month. Here are seven long-lasting trends that have been making waves in the world of home interiors. 1. Sustainable Design: A Green …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Bright Beginnings: Choosing the Right Lights for Your Baby’s Nursery
Welcoming a new baby into your family is an incredibly exciting and joyous occasion. Creating the perfect nursery—a sanctuary where your little one will grow, play, and slumber– is a fun and important part of preparing for your bundle of joy’s arrival! Once you’ve picked a theme you’ll need to decide on paint colors, shop for furniture, and choose …
Lighting Solutions for Open Floor Plans: 5 Essential Steps
In the world of interior design, open floor plans have become the standard of modern living. Open plans blend living, dining, and kitchen areas into a (hopefully) seamless and cohesive space that provides many options for functionality and creativity. The airiness in an open plan creates an atmosphere that’s hard to beat. But it’s this same …
How to Boost Your Mood with Better Lighting
Have you ever noticed how the lighting in a room can instantly influence your mood? The cozy, soft glow at an intimate candlelit dinner. The bright, energizing lights in a busy office or retail store. The warm, intense sunlight at a photographer’s golden hour photo shoot. The dust-specked bluish beam of light coming through your window on a cloudy …