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Handcrafted Lighting Stands Up to Harsh Michigan Winters

Betty — Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:24:54 +0000

About eight years ago, on a leisurely stroll through the island town of Key West, Florida, Howard spotted a home that stopped him in his tracks. It wasn’t the style or the color that caught his eye, but the exterior lighting from Barn Light Electric. “I took a picture to show my wife Kristi,” Howard […]

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Enhancing Ambiance: Customizable Lights Brighten Ski Hostel

Betty — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 11:45:58 +0000

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, anticipation builds for the upcoming winter ski season. In Jackson Hole, Wyoming, with the majestic mountains poised for snowy adventures, finding a place to stay that is convenient to the slopes yet still affordable can be a challenge. Luckily, The Hostel Jackson Hole is perched […]

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Zen Meets Strength: New Barn Houses Yoga & Karate Studio

Betty — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:25:05 +0000

Last week, we shared the story and pics of a new barn built in Colorado that not only stores cars and bikes, but has plenty of room for fun, games, and entertaining on the second floor. Today, we’re taking a look at Robert’s new barn in Southampton, New York, that serves as his karate and […]

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New Barn Offers Storage Space, Play Space All in One

Betty — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 10:53:53 +0000

One of the latest and, dare we say, our favorite trend to follow is the advent of the party barn. Homeowners who love to entertain are building or renovating barns that serve as a rustic and casual space for eating, dancing, playing games, or just hanging out with friends and family. One Colorado family recently […]

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Highlighting Brewery’s Fun, Engaging Ambiance with Industrial Lighting

Betty — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:50:45 +0000

There’s nothing better on a hot August afternoon than a cold, finely crafted beer. In Knoxville, Tennessee, the number of craft breweries has grown in the last 10 years from just a handful to more than 40. The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce notes that local breweries generate more than $115 million every year and have […]

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Industrial Lighting Creates Welcoming Vibe in Wisconsin Sub Shop

Betty — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:36:20 +0000

Creating a comfortable, inviting atmosphere is critical to a restaurant’s success. High-quality, stylish lighting not only enhances the overall ambiance of a restaurant, but also highlights key features of the décor. Good lighting can even make food look more appetizing! It’s not enough, however, for restaurant lighting to just look good – it must also […]

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Industrial Lights Serve as Crowning Jewels of Backyard Makeover

Betty — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:22:42 +0000

Spring has sprung which means more fun in the sun! Luckily for Meaghan Murphy, editor-in-chief at Woman’s Day, the backyard renovation she completed late last year is ready for action. “We realized over the past few years that there truly is no place like home,” Meaghan says. “We wanted our yard to feel like an […]

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Chain-Hung Lighting Offers Industrial Alternative to Pendants

Betty — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:12:56 +0000

When considering pendant lighting for a residential or commercial space, many people opt for cord-hung or stem-mounted pendants. Cords offer a great way to add texture and color to a fixture and allow for installation on sloped ceilings. A stem-mounted pendant lends a more formal look to a space and has the added benefit of […]

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Rugged, Nautically Inspired Lights Dress Up Cape Cod Home

Betty — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 01:59:35 +0000

Situated on the southeastern tip of Massachusetts right on the elbow of Cape Cod, Chatham is a charming seaside town known for its stunning beaches, a bird sanctuary, and the 19th-century Chatham Lighthouse. Its coastal location draws many who soak up the sun and salt air including Ned and his family who recently purchased a […]

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Spring Has Sprung! Creating Fun & Functional Outdoor Kitchens

Betty — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:07:54 +0000

It seems hard to believe but March is almost half over! The clocks sprang forward yesterday and the first day of spring is one week away. Is anyone else excited to start spending more time outdoors?! Spring is a great time to rethink your exterior environment and create spaces that are not only functional but […]

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Custom Mounting Creates Perfect Drop for Dining Room Chandelier

Betty — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:50:54 +0000

Customers often tell us that building their new lighting on the Barn Light Electric website is not only easy but a vast improvement over buying pre-made lights off the shelf. Thanks to dozens of customizing options, our customers can choose size, finish color, mounting options, and other accessories with the click of the mouse. And […]

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A Look Back at Our Favorite Commercial Spaces of 2022

Betty — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:19:41 +0000

It’s our favorite time of year! Holiday shopping, festivities with friends and family, and plenty of reminiscing before we turn the page on 2022! Today, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite commercial spaces from this year. While you might think commercial lighting is all about safety, these projects show that Barn […]

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American-Made Gooseneck Lights Adorn Remarkable Pole Barn Home

Betty — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:38:38 +0000

Nestled on a plain in the northern reaches of Indiana lies a beautiful home surrounded by farms and dense forests. Built in 2011, the homeowners started with the shell of a pole barn then built out the structure which encompasses their home and a farm shop. “One third of our home is living quarters with […]

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Quality Lighting Reigns on the Vernon Family Farm

Betty — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:35:05 +0000

When the owners of the Vernon Family Farm discovered Barn Light Electric’s Chicken Wire Pendants back in 2020, they snapped up six of them for the farm store. We profiled the space, located in Newfields, New Hampshire, in this post. The farm continues to grow as Nicole and Jeremiah Vernon, co-owners of the farm, recently completed […]

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Rustic Industrial Lighting Highlights Great Northwest Renovation

Betty — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:34:37 +0000

Mixing design styles can be tricky. Too much color, a hodgepodge of furniture, or too many competing patterns can make a space visually cluttered. But under the talented touch of an interior designer, mixing design elements can create a space that is not only attractive but cohesive, intentional, and personal. Our friend and designer Dion […]

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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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Rustic Industrial Chandelier Caps Off Patio Remodel

Betty — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:32:23 +0000

Where did you first discover Barn Light Electric? Many people simply google “barn lights” to land on our home page. Others enjoy the daily inspiration we provide on our social media platform including Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. For Ted, it was a random stop in an Ohio restaurant that led him to Barn Light. He […]

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Striking Patterns, Colors Highlight Wallpaper Wednesday

Betty — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:41:40 +0000

If the Barn Light Electric Instagram feed is any indicator, wallpaper continues to be a favorite tool for designers and homeowners alike. So we’re here with another Wallpaper Wednesday post chock full of inspirational photos! In case you missed our first post, click here to see it. And don’t miss this post which focuses on […]

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How To | Create Curb Appeal with Garage Lighting

Betty — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:49:14 +0000

Garage lighting plays an important role in the overall exterior lighting plan for any home. The garage not only serves as the access point for many homeowners but is often the first structure visitors see as they approach the home. Choosing stylish yet functional fixtures that offer plenty of illumination without harsh glare will add […]

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Farmhouse, Schoolhouse Blend for Bainbridge Island Homestead

Betty — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:08:12 +0000

As Ben started searching for lighting for his home, durability was key. The saltbox-style house, located on Bainbridge Island, Washington, is part of their small farm which includes sheep, chickens, a small herd of dogs, barn cats, gardens, and a mini orchard. The front of the house was unbroken visually so Ben built a trellis […]

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