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  • 10 Creative Ways to Style Your Hallway

    Do you have a hallway that feels disconnected from the rest of your home? Does it feel like dead space that could be more useful or interesting, but you’re unsure what to do? We get it. Hallways can often be long and dark and usually have little open wall or floor space. But that doesn’t… [Continue Reading]

    10 Creative Ways to Style Your Hallway
  • 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… [Continue Reading]

    Lampshade Basics: 7 Styles to Consider for Your Home
  • 2023 Interior Design Trend: Creating a Cozy House that Feels Like Home

    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… [Continue Reading]

    2023 Interior Design Trend: Creating a Cozy House that Feels Like Home
  • How to Choose Timeless Light Fixtures in 6 Easy Steps

    Fads come and go. And while there’s nothing wrong with jumping on an interior design trend you love, we all do it knowing that it won’t be in style forever. Timeless design styles are so named because they don’t look “stuck in a time” – making them excellent choices for spaces you don’t want to… [Continue Reading]

    How to Choose Timeless Light Fixtures in 6 Easy Steps
  • 5 Ways to Make Smart Lights Work for You

    Everyone wants a home that helps them keep up with chores, improve health, and save money. And many smart home features do just that! But many homeowners aren’t using the time- and money-saving tech available simply because they can’t keep up with all the new features. Smart lighting is a particularly powerful part of your… [Continue Reading]

    5 Ways to Make Smart Lights Work for You

9 Solutions for Your Dark Closet Problems

April 4, 2023

Did you know that a quality walk-in closet is in the top five sought-after features in homebuyers? An inviting walk-in includes a clean space with plenty of light and storage. Lighting is a powerful design element, and it’s especially important in small spaces. Average closets typically have one light source in the middle of the ceiling. Closets . . .

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· 2022, Bedroom Lighting

Ceiling Fan Terminology Explained

March 28, 2023

A Helpful Glossary of Common Ceiling Fan Terms If you’re shopping for ceiling fans and it’s starting to feel like the descriptions are written in code, don’t worry! We’re here to solve the mystery with a list of basic terms you’ll need to know when looking for the right ceiling fan. Ceiling Fan Types Ceiling fans are most often categorized by . . .

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· 2022, Buying Guides, Ceiling Fans, Informational

How to Choose the Right Bathroom Vanity Lighting

March 21, 2023

When done right, your bathroom lighting should be able to take you from a bright morning routine to an evening spa break to a midnight trip to the restroom without feeling too over or underpowered in any scenario. Most builder-grade vanity lights just don’t cut it. They’re often too high, too bright or dim, and don’t really add much to the design . . .

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· 2022, Bathroom, Bathroom Lights

Gorgeous Nature-Inspired Rooms You’ll Want to Escape To Immediately

March 14, 2023

When you’re designing your house, finding inspiration is key. Taking a step outside can give you a fresh perspective - there’s no better inspiration than mother nature herself!  No matter what space you’re working on, drawing from the beauty of nature will make your home feel like paradise. The combination of earth tones and natural materials in . . .

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· 2023, Bathroom Lights, Bedroom Lighting, Buying Guides, Ceiling Fans, Ceiling Lights, Chandeliers, Kitchen Lighting, Styles and Trends, Wellness & Safety

How Light Bulbs Made the Industrial Revolution Possible

March 14, 2023

The Industrial Revolution was marked by invention, early machinery, and mass production. Likewise, modern methods of supplying fuel, preserving food, producing clothes, and providing health care began with the Industrial Revolution. And a crucial common factor across the modernization of these industries?  Light bulbs. Let's set the stage. As the . . .

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· 2022

Smart Lighting 101: 5 Top Tools to Upgrade Your Smart Home

March 14, 2023

Everyone talks about “smart homes,” but what does that really mean? While smart assistants are often the foundation of any smart home, they aren’t truly smart on their own. Smart lighting is another essential element of your smart home. It includes a wide range of electrical products that use software to interface with your smart hub to give you . . .

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· 2023, Bulbs, Buying Guides, LED, LED Lights, Light Bulbs, Smart Lights, Styles & Trends, Styles and Trends

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

March 12, 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

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