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  • A Guide to Grandmillennial Design

    Today’s interior design trends are all about neutral color pallets and streamlined minimalist design. While some may love the simplicity, many millennials are tired of the muted, sparse interiors and are pushing back – resulting in the creation of a unique version of vintage interior design they’ve coined “Grandmillennial.” The term “grandmillennial” can be understood… [Continue Reading]

    A Guide to Grandmillennial Design
  • Bright Ideas: 5 Creative Tips and Tricks for Easy DIY Light Installation

    Maybe you’ve just moved into a new home and want to elevate your bland builder-grade light fixtures. Or perhaps you’ve lived in your space for years and are looking to make some changes to your lighting as part of a larger renovation project. Whatever the case may be, changing out your own light fixtures and… [Continue Reading]

    Bright Ideas: 5 Creative Tips and Tricks for Easy DIY Light Installation
  • Using Lighting to Improve Sleep and Health

    All living things depend on light to survive, but did you know that the light you are exposed to throughout the day (and night) can affect your health?  Living beings experience 24-hour sleep/wake cycles called circadian rhythms. That simply means people need bright days and dim/dark nights to match what their body expects. Recent research… [Continue Reading]

    Using Lighting to Improve Sleep and Health
  • 7 Things You Should Know About Organic Modern Interior Design

    Organic Modern – also called contemporary rustic or transitional rustic – is an interior design style that’s become very popular in the last year as people have fallen in and out of love with sleek minimalist and farmhouse chic interiors. Organic Modern interior design is a natural next step – it incorporates the best of… [Continue Reading]

    7 Things You Should Know About Organic Modern Interior Design
  • 5 Styles of Exterior Lighting to Try in 2024

    Exterior lighting serves as much a practical purpose as an aesthetic one. It lights the way after nightfall and even deterring criminal activity. And style-wise, outdoor lighting has come a long way! If you’ve hesitated to upgrade your lighting because you’re not sure where to start, we’ve got a few recommendations for beautiful, functional lighting… [Continue Reading]

    5 Styles of Exterior Lighting to Try in 2024

2023 Interior Design Trend: Creating a Cozy House that Feels Like Home

November 1, 2023

It’s 2023 and this is your wake-up call! Your home needs you - it’s ready for a refresh! This year, we’re all looking for a respite from the stress that always seems to work its way in. Designing a comfortable home will make you feel the extra happiness and productivity you’ve been in desperate need of. These 3 expert tips will make your home a . . .

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· 2023, Styles & Trends

Home Lighting and Interior Design 101: Top Interior Design Tips From The Lighting Experts

October 25, 2023

Have you ever walked through your home and wondered, “why did my stuff look cuter online/in-store?” If you have, there’s a decent chance the problem is your home lighting. Product images and store displays always have excellent lighting, showing you the best possible version of their decor, paint samples, art, and furniture.  But if you buy that . . .

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· 2023, Accent Lighting, Bathroom Lights, Bedroom Lighting, Buying Guides, General Lighting Tips, Kitchen Lighting, Light Bulbs, Lighting Types, Styles and Trends

5 Tips to Create the Dreamiest Porch

October 18, 2023

The front porch is an often overlooked space which is, in our humble opinion, a shame. A cozy front porch is a perfect refuge from any inside chaos. It’s the first thing a guest sees and a private place for an intimate conversation with a close friend or family. Here are some tips to help you create the front porch you’ve been dreaming about: . . .

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· 2023, Outdoor Lights, Styles & Trends

9 Surprising Ways to Glow Up Your Home Exterior (Literally)

October 11, 2023

Most neighborhoods look the same when you drive at night. Because no matter what makes homes unique during the day, they almost all only use a porch light or two at night. But your home doesn’t have to lose its character and statement features just because the sun went down! You may be surprised that there are at least nine ways to light your . . .

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· 2023, Outdoor Lights, Styles & Trends

Does Your Rental Have Bad Lighting? – 5 Top Lighting Complaints (and Solutions) for Renters

October 4, 2023

Renting an apartment or house is a great way to maintain flexibility and save up for future investments. But making the space your own can be challenging– especially if it's a long-term rental. Many renters don't feel that changing up their rental lighting is an option for them - but taking control of your lighting (in a renter-friendly way) is . . .

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· 2023, Styles & Trends

A Guide to the Basic Types of Light and How to Use Them In Your Home

September 27, 2023

Light is all around us, controls what we do and how our body runs. Yet, most people haven’t given much thought to the kinds of light that surround them. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of both as we explain how to use light to your advantage. Types of Light in Interior Design When we talk about interior design, there are a lot of different . . .

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· 2022, Informational

3 Ways to Layer Light and Level Up Your Interior Design

September 20, 2023

Have you ever been to a friend’s house whose home has that X factor? Something that made it seem really inviting even if their decor wasn’t notably upscale? That friend probably had great lighting. Color, shape, and texture are the building blocks of interior design--but lighting dictates how everything comes together. So, what goes into a . . .

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· 2023, Styles & Trends

9 Surprising Ways to Glow Up Your Home Exterior (Literally)

September 13, 2023

Most neighborhoods look the same when you drive at night. Because no matter what makes homes unique during the day, they almost all only use a porch light or two at night. But your home doesn’t have to lose its character and statement features just because the sun went down! You may be surprised that there are at least nine ways to light your . . .

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· 2023, Outdoor Lights, Styles & Trends

9 Ways to Upgrade Your Home with LEDs

September 6, 2023

With their excellent energy efficiency, affordable price tags, and numerous customized options, LED light bulbs are quickly becoming the top choice for home lighting. Available in small bulbs and flexible strips, these microchip-powered wonders fill almost every need in your home– including some you didn’t even know you had! So get ready to . . .

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· 2023, LED, LED Lights, Styles & Trends

12 Simple Bathroom Updates You Can Do Yourself

August 30, 2023

Bathrooms are spaces that often go overlooked, but when they’re spruced up, they add some serious value to your home! Remodeling can take loads of time and effort (not to mention money), but giving your bathroom a facelift doesn’t have to. These simple tips can give you the bathroom of your dreams. 1. Organize The last thing you want to deal . . .

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· 2023, Bathroom Lights, Styles & Trends

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  • Trending: Organic-Inspired Interiors – Bringing the Outdoors In

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