In the world of interior design, open floor plans have become the standard of modern living. Open plans blend living, dining, and kitchen areas into a (hopefully) seamless and cohesive space that provides many options for functionality and creativity. The airiness in an open plan creates an atmosphere that’s hard to beat. But it’s this same …
Time Traveling Through Bathrooms
Have you ever watched a television show or movie set in a time period that made you want to hop in a time machine? Opulent architecture and fabrics from the Edwardian age, bohemian vibes in the 70s, smoky dens and midcentury furniture in the 50s… they all have style aspects that are still popular in homes today. While you may not want to …
Top Interior Design Style to Follow in 2024
The only constant in life is change, and as we near the mid 2020s, it’s quite interesting to see the trends that have come and gone in the past 4 years. Subway tile? Bye! Shiplap? See ya! Signs with words? Live, Love, No Thanks! Interior design technology and trends move at a rapid pace these days, and with influencers and celebrities lending …
These 30 Mistakes Make Your Home Look Dated – And How to Fix Them
We all make mistakes - sometimes without even knowing it. If your home’s feeling dated and you don’t know why, these fixes will help you to bring your home out of the past. Mistake #1: All grey interiors Once the height of interior fashion, all grey interiors have fallen in popularity. Now, they’re more often seen as devoid of personality and …
How to Choose a Timeless Light Fixture
As experts in the lighting industry, we often get asked by homeowners how to choose light fixtures that will look great in their home today and continue to look stylish and relevant for years to come. After all, a light fixture is not just a functional element in a room, but it's also an important design element that can set the tone and …
Crafting Cinematic Magic: A Homeowner’s Guide to Home Theater Lighting
Welcome, homeowners, to a journey into the heart of home entertainment – your very own home theater. As technology continues to advance, the cinema experience is no longer confined to luxury homes and multi-screen theaters. In this blog, we will explore the vital role that lighting plays in transforming your home theater into a cinematic …
How to Design a Gorgeous Home That Will Stand the Test of Time
Designing a home that will stand the test of time is an opportunity to create something that will last - beyond fleeting trends, changing styles, and ever-evolving tastes. It involves thoughtful consideration of how each element contributes to the whole design! By choosing simple, elegant, and balanced pieces, you can create a room that will be a …
Scale and Proportion 101: How to Avoid 4 of the Most Common Mistakes and What to Do Instead
Have you ever stepped into a room and immediately sensed something felt weird… but couldn’t quite put your finger on it? Without proper scale and proportion, a room’s design can crumble quickly, and leave it feeling… off. If you want to get it right, you need to learn how to balance the objects in your room with each other and the room …
How to Boost Your Mood with Better Lighting
Have you ever noticed how the lighting in a room can instantly influence your mood? The cozy, soft glow at an intimate candlelit dinner. The bright, energizing lights in a busy office or retail store. The warm, intense sunlight at a photographer’s golden hour photo shoot. The dust-specked bluish beam of light coming through your window on a cloudy …
Bright Ideas: 5 Creative Tips and Tricks for Easy DIY Light Installation
Maybe you’ve just moved into a new home and want to elevate your bland builder-grade light fixtures. Or perhaps you’ve lived in your space for years and are looking to make some changes to your lighting as part of a larger renovation project. Whatever the case may be, changing out your own light fixtures and installing new ones doesn’t have to be a …