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Barn Light Pendants for Industrial Renovation

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Some people look at an old building and see nothing but a future demolition site. Architects often see much more.

When Andrew Van Leeuwen, partner and lead architect with BUILD in Seattle, Washington, first spied the future home of Creative LIVE in San Francisco, he could tell the building had undergone a series of unfortunate remodels. But the building’s original “grit and texture” survived, and the BUILD team worked painstakingly to revive the historical charm of this 1920s-era industrial brick building.

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Barn Lights Stand the Test of Time for Early BLE Customer

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Back in the early days of Barn Light Electric, owners Bryan and Donna Scott did it all. Like most small business owners, the couple created their web site design, developed new products, packed boxes for shipping, and even answered the phone as they enjoyed a hands-on approach to their growing business.

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Vintage Inspired Task Lighting with Plug-In Convenience

At the Factory, New Products, Residential Inspiration Betty 2 Comments on Vintage Inspired Task Lighting with Plug-In Convenience

Task lighting is often synonymous with office lighting where small shade fixtures on adjustable arms bring bright, direct light to reading and other close work. Although a utilitarian fixture, the humble task light can bring a touch of color and style to any desk whether at home or in the cube.

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How To Choose the Right Barn Pendant

How-To, Lighting 101 Betty 2 Comments on How To Choose the Right Barn Pendant

Picking out pendant lighting can be tricky! Trying to marry functionality and aesthetics with hundreds of sizes, finish colors, and options to choose from can be overwhelming.

Where to start? If you’re shopping for your first barn pendant light, we have a few simple questions you can consider to help narrow down your selections so you can select the perfect light for your space.

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Schoolhouse Lights Shine in Distillery

Commercial Spaces, Restaurants, Bars, & Breweries Betty Leave a Comment on Schoolhouse Lights Shine in Distillery

Schoolhouse lighting was a staple in public buildings in the mid 20th century when bare light bulbs on cords were first covered by opaque glass shades. At the new Cooperstown Distillery, located in historic Cooperstown, New York, the owners remodeled an old warehouse and chose schoolhouse lights to give the space a distinctive mid century look.

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