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Transformed: Outdoor Haven Radiates with Industrial Lighting

Betty — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:42:48 +0000

Don’t look now but Labor Day is right around the corner! Kids are dragging their heels back to school and homeowners are tackling the last items on their summer to-do list. For Richard, in Beacon Falls, Connecticut, his summer renovations were highlighted by the addition of an outdoor kitchen to his home. “We wanted to […]

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Reviving 1930s Kitchen with Classic Look of Schoolhouse Lighting

Betty — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 10:57:00 +0000

Buying an older home is a dream for many but it definitely comes with challenges. While renovations can be rewarding, they often unveil a cascade of unexpected issues. When Melissa bought her home in 2005 in the foothills of Denver, Colorado, she knew the 1930’s-era structure needed significant work. “This has been an ongoing and […]

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Wallpaper Wednesday | Creative Papers Pair Perfectly With Handcrafted Lighting

Betty — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:40:46 +0000

Once considered a dated trend, wallpaper is now seen as a stylish and versatile way to add personality and interest to any room. With more options than ever, from classic patterns to modern designs, wallpaper exudes personality, color, and style. Not only can wallpaper add texture and dimension to a room, but it can also […]

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Kitchen Dream Comes True with Vintage-Inspired Schoolhouse Lighting

Betty — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:16:42 +0000

At the age of 16, Casey had visions of her dream kitchen. It would have a Big Chill refrigerator and all the Big Chill appliances to create a retro-style kitchen. “Weird, I know,” Casey says. “I’m 30 years old but have always had this kitchen design in my head.” She and her husband recently tackled […]

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High-Quality Lighting Updates Home with Classic, Modern Look

Betty — Wed, 31 May 2023 10:49:47 +0000

Rachelle was in the midst of a major remodeling project in her Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, home when a friend mentioned finding some cool vintage lights. “My friend salvaged some old lights from a local steel mill,” Rachelle says. “When I saw them, I loved them! So I searched for something with a similar look but that […]

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Easy-to-Customize Lighting Adds Eclectic Touch to Pantry & Bath

Betty — Mon, 22 May 2023 10:44:26 +0000

When Kristin and her family moved into their Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, home more than two years ago, she began tackling a long list of needed renovations. “Our house was built in 1991, and we have been making updates since we moved in,” Kristin says. “We just recently finished our basement, gutted and remodeled our master […]

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Handcrafted, American-Made Lighting Adds Unique Style to Rental Home

Betty — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 11:09:26 +0000

Last fall, we visited with Megan McCrea who owns a small collection of rental homes that she leases through her company Southbound Stays. In that blog post, Megan gave us a tour of a Cocoa Beach, Florida, home that she renovated to have a more fun, beachy feel. Today, Megan is sharing another renovation, this […]

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Distinctive Stem & Loop Pendants Bring Elegant Style to Kitchen

Betty — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:44:32 +0000

Early 20th century lighting often consisted of a bare bulb hanging from a cord. To reduce glare and increase worker safety in factories, lighting manufacturers started designing and creating shallow-domed shades to cover the bulbs. This not only protected the bulb but created more focused task lighting. Those early RLM-style shades have come a long […]

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Handcrafted Lighting Brings Warmth, Authenticity to Kitchens

Betty — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 11:54:20 +0000

Whether you live alone in a trendy tiny home or share a spacious farmhouse with your family, the kitchen is likely a mainstay of your home. With so many activities taking place in this space, from food prep and entertaining to midnight snacking and family chit chat, this hub must not only be adaptable to […]

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Customizable Lighting Sets Playful Tone in New Kitchen

Betty — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 12:22:47 +0000

As Toni contemplated the design and layout of her new kitchen, she opted for an oversized island to anchor the space which is open to the living area. Located in Santa Barbara, California, Toni’s home exudes a casual, beachy style. As she began her search for kitchen lighting, Toni wanted plenty of customizing options for […]

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Popular Pins Give Glimpse into Trending Lighting Styles

Betty — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:39:52 +0000

We all know that Pinterest is a go-to source for inspiration on everything from food and drinks to pickup trucks, DIY hacks, and yes, home décor and lighting. Since it’s founding in 2010, Pinterest has grown to more than 478 million monthly active users who have saved more than 240 billion pins. Our Pinterest boards […]

Don’t Miss Our Favorite Residential Spaces of 2022

Betty — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:45:07 +0000

We’re adding some reflection into the holiday prep this week as we take a look back at some of our favorite customer projects of 2022. If you missed Monday’s blog post, we started with some amazing commercial spaces. Today, we’re switching over to residential projects that really turned our heads this year! If you’re a […]

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Plentiful Customizing Options Create Ideal Fixtures for Kitchen Remodel

Betty — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:41:26 +0000

Remodeling is an exercise in problem solving. Traffic flow in the kitchen is awkward. There isn’t enough closet space in the bedroom. The living room is too small for family gatherings. By changing a floor plan, moving a wall, or maybe just switching out lighting, you can create a whole new look for your home […]

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Navy LED Lighting Lends Nautical Flair to Lake House

Betty — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 11:51:49 +0000

When the home on Coeur D’Alene Lake came on the market in northern Idaho, Leah and her husband jumped at the chance to add it to their vacation rental company. The exterior of the home was in decent condition, but the interior needed exhaustive renovations. “Our design direction was to create a space to reflect […]

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HGTV Star Transitions Basement from Boring to Beautiful

Betty — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:14:59 +0000

As much as we love watching renovation shows and their creative transformations, it’s even more fun when one of our favorite HGTV stars turns his talented eye to his own home. John Colaneri, designer, builder and TV personality, was featured in this blog post last year when he completed a full-gut remodel of his home […]

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Schoolhouse Lighting Complements Retro Vibe of New Kitchen

Betty — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:27:14 +0000

Of all the elements to consider when designing a space, it could be argued that color is one of the most important. Color often catches the eye above all else and sets the mood of a room. Color can make a small space feel bigger or a large space cozier. Color played an important role […]

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Cozy Cabin Benefits From Rustic Touches, Industrial Lighting

Betty — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 10:57:22 +0000

If you missed last Wednesday’s post, we began a tour of a gorgeous home and adjacent cabin in the Great Northwest region of Idaho. The mastermind behind the interior design was the talented Dion Williams. Her goal for the extensive remodel of the main home was to embrace the traditional cabin elements while reinterpreting them […]

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Farmhouse & Industrial Styles Unite in New Home Construction

Betty — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:51:10 +0000

When Bill and Molly started planning their dream home in Centerville, Iowa, they relied on family to get it done right. Molly’s father, owner of Pierson Building, served as general contractor, and when it came time to choose lights, Molly’s mother, Janna, recommended the couple check out Barn Light Electric. “My in-laws used Barn Light […]

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Blush Pink Pendant Lighting Brightens Florida Kitchen

Betty — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:01:46 +0000

With so many vacation homes available at the click of a button, rental owners find creative ways to make their properties stand out from the crowd. Megan McCrea owns a small collection of rental homes which she leases through her company Southbound Stays. The homes she rents are thoughtfully curated with special touches throughout to […]

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Handcrafted Lighting an Easy Choice for Inside and Out

Betty — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:45:12 +0000

Amy’s first experience with Barn Light Electric came as she searched for lights for her new pool cabana at her Concord, Massachusetts home. “My girlfriend and I were talking about what kind of light would look nice,” Amy says. “I wanted to get away from my standard choice of onion lights, and she asked if […]

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