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Elaborate Renovation Transforms Abandoned Property into Stylish Villas

Betty — Wed, 17 May 2023 10:43:47 +0000

If you missed Monday’s post, pop over here to read the backstory on designer Sara McDaniel’s latest project involving a massive renovation of eight small villas. Built in 1931, the group of villas in Sara’s hometown of Minden, Louisiana, pulled at her heartstrings. No one is sure why the villas were abandoned, but the landscape […]

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Stunning Transformation Celebrates Rich History of Spanish-Style Cottages

Betty — Mon, 15 May 2023 10:38:42 +0000

Sara McDaniel has loved old houses for as long as she can remember. And though her career began in education, Sara’s path eventually led back to her first love. Returning to her hometown of Minden, Louisiana, in 2016, Sara purchased a 1920s-era home in dire need of renovation. Dubbed Simply Southern Cottage, the project jumpstarted […]

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Put Your Best Face Forward with Handcrafted Vanity Lighting

Betty — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:37:52 +0000

Vanity lighting is an essential aspect of any bathroom or dressing area as it serves both a functional and aesthetic purpose. Proper illumination is crucial when performing grooming tasks such as applying makeup, hair care, or shaving. Good vanity lighting also enhances the aesthetic of a space, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. It adds […]

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Kicking Off the Season with a Spring Sale & Giveaway!

Betty — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:01:30 +0000

Although the first day of spring was just two short weeks ago, the natural world is on a fast track to its annual explosion of color. Trees are budding, flowers are popping up, and warmer days beckon us outside to enjoy every hue. Here at Barn Light Electric, we’re so excited about spring’s display that […]

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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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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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Bathroom Updated from Boring Beige to Bright & Beautiful

Betty — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:38:32 +0000

Who loves good before-and-after photos? We certainly do! And when we saw these photos from Janine with JAS Interior Designs, we just had to share! Janine was tasked with transforming this outdated, beige, boring, and dark bathroom into a space that would not only be functional but fun for two teenage brothers. “Creating shared spaces […]

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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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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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Easy-to-Customize Lighting Creates Eye-Popping Bathrooms

Betty — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 11:19:41 +0000

Bathrooms are one of the most often overlooked spaces when it comes to creative and thoughtful design. After all, there’s only so much you can do in one of the smallest spaces in the house, right? Steff from St. Augustine, Florida, would beg to disagree. While working alongside MJ Construction on two new home builds […]

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Pendant Lighting Evokes Coastal Vibe for Beach House Reno

Betty — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:47:48 +0000

When Kathy started planning an extensive remodel of her Florida Panhandle vacation home, she wanted to create plenty of open space with a calm feel, lots of white, and a pop of color. A resident of Titusville, Florida, Kathy also knew exactly where to turn for quality, American-made lighting. “I always knew I wanted to […]

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Classic Barn Wall Sconces Bridge Vintage Modern Design

Betty — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:06:13 +0000

Creating shared spaces can be difficult from both a functional and design standpoint. For one California family tackling an extensive remodel, one bathroom in particular needed attention. The space must accommodate two growing boys but also harmonize with the new aesthetic direction of casual elegance. “The goal for this project was to transform a bathroom […]

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Quality Craftsmanship, Customizing Options Draw Homeowner Back

Betty — Wed, 18 May 2022 10:55:31 +0000

The renovation list for a 60-year-old home can be daunting. But Mary fell in love with the classic two-story colonial she and her husband Joel purchased in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Nestled along a wooded area near the Allegheny River, the home has a touch of Frank Lloyd Wright style, and Mary wanted to create “a relaxed […]

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Getting Creative in the Bathroom on Wallpaper Wednesday

Betty — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:13:39 +0000

If you’re looking for a quick spring refresh for a bath or powder room, look no further! It’s Wallpaper Wednesday and we’re featuring some of our favorite bathrooms that have the perfect combination of lively wallpaper and handcrafted lighting! From our friend Mary Jo at MJG Interiors, this Avalon Wall Sconce is the perfect complement […]

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Colorful Industrial Lighting Brings Contemporary Touch to New Office

Betty — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:09:24 +0000

When the owners of a solar energy company in New Jersey sought to transform a former gym into a contemporary workspace, they turned to the talented hands of Karly Fajardo, design consultant and principal of Block LII Design. Saving only the bathrooms and a large mezzanine platform, Karly transformed the space blending sleek, industrial materials […]

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Wallpaper Wednesday Brings Bold Patterns & Classic Lighting Together

Betty — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:47:55 +0000

Wallpaper continues to be one of the biggest design trends of 2022, and consumers show no signs of abandoning the countless options now available. Wallpaper can transform a room by adding color, depth, and visual interest while creating an instant focal point in a space. Today we’re sharing some of our favorite spaces that not […]

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Industrial Sign Lights Spotlight Sports Memorabilia in Renovated Basement

Betty — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:43:21 +0000

Perspective is everything. Take an unfinished basement for example. While some people see a dark, damp space full of creepy-crawly things, others see potential. Plenty of potential! Such was the case for Jim who purchased a home in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, with an unfinished basement. He envisioned a comfortable, inviting space with a TV room, […]

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Favorite Before-and-After Photos Show Stunning Transformations

Betty — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:24:53 +0000

Nothing beats amazing before-and-after shots! Seeing a space in dire need of improvement, then voila! You see the transformation without having to witness all the messy steps, and missteps, in between. If you missed last Wednesday’s post, Leah shared the dramatic change to her Napa, California, home after she added a front porch and handcrafted […]

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Uniting Old & New with Easy-to-Customize Nautical Lighting

Betty — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:02:09 +0000

Cape Cod, the crescent-shaped peninsula jutting into the Atlantic off the Massachusetts coast, is well known for its sandy beaches, delectable seafood, and classic architecture. Sonia lives on “the Cape” as the locals call it and recently undertook a major renovation and new build on her property. “We kept our original 1940s Cape Cod salt […]

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Splash of Color Brings Playful Touch to Renovated Powder Room

Betty — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:24:33 +0000

When Laura Yeager Smith tackled an extensive renovation for a family in Gates Mills, Ohio, the interior designer incorporated the family’s love of color into every room. Not even the smallest room of the house was ignored. The tiny, but oft-used powder room just off the mudroom also received a vibrant splash of style. “Our […]

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