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Featured Customer | Duncan from Santa Barbara, CA

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P6230004.jpgRebuilding after a tragedy can take a toll on any family, no matter what the circumstances are. This is an event that we unfortunately see time and time again, especially in recent years with the flooding and hurricanes. On a lighter note, some choose to view the tragedy at hand as an opportunity to grow and flourish – which is exactly what this Santa Barbara family did. When their California home was destroyed after a fire, they wanted to rebuild with a classic look:
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Porcelain Lighting for a Lakeside Cottage

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Kitchen renovations may be considered a daunting task for many, as they can end up being a pricey and lengthy procedure. However, the end result is likely to become a lovely space that you’ll enjoy spending time in. Deb from the Cappuccino Cottage featured long-awaited photos of her lake house kitchen renovation – transforming a powder blue, early 1990’s kitchen (shown below in the before & after photo), into an open and bright space, complete with a splash of farmhouse.
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An Unconventional Rustic Chandelier

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Today’s post is a little on the unconventional side, but we’re always about inspiring those searching for unique and out of the box lighting ideas, so here goes!

vintage-light-bulb-chandelier1.jpgAt Gjelina restaurant in Los Angeles, the hired design team improvised a little when it came to their interior lighting choices. Just one of many salvaged pieces found within the eatery, their rustic chandelier has a unique history behind it – it was originally a meat hook. That’s right, a piece once used at the local butcher shop!
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Porcelain Gas Station Lighting for Mod Playrooms

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When you hear the word playroom what are some of the first words you think of? Imagination? Colorful? Laughter? Memories?

It’s fairly common today to have families convert a spare room or basement area into a place to store toys, games and crafts – all confined within an area that won’t get in the way with everyday life. Do you have a room in your home totally devoted to your children?
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Featured Customer | Amy at Bradford Avenue

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bradford-ave-before-after-bathroom-makeover.pngHow do you convert a 1970’s design nightmare into a classic, up to date home? With industrial style lights, it’s not an impossible task. Just ask Amy (the homeowner) who maintains Bradford Avenue, a blog that chronicles the journey of a homeowner and her contractor as they bring a water damaged house back to life.
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Behind the Design | Esso Cord Hung Porcelain Pendant Lights

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At Barn Light Electric, many porcelain lights are named after classic American brands, however, their American roots go much deeper than just the product name.

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Our cord hung porcelain lights, like the Esso Pendant Light shown above, are made in the United States. Every purchase supports American jobs! The shade’s name and design was inspired by those prevalent at gas stations and auto body shops during the early to mid 20th century.

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