Lighting – it can make or break a room, budget, or mood. Do you feel inadequate to style your home whether it is a new build, under full renovation, or just itching for some change? Knowing proper interior aesthetic and design principles; including contrast, balance, movement, texture, proportion, repetition, and color when it comes to…
There’s no better way to spend warm summer days or nights than on your back porch with a cold beverage in hand – but what would make these carefree summer days even better? A cool breeze fanning your face. We’re talking outdoor ceiling fans. Not only are outdoor fans ideal for keeping porches and patios…
Who doesn’t like the idea of saving some extra money? Maybe you want to save up for a fun trip to Disney World or buy a new car. What if we told you can save money by doing something as simple as changing out the light bulbs in your home? No, it may not give…
The hottest summer days and the coldest winter nights can lead to cranking on the thermostat and electric bills piling up. If this sounds familiar, then it’s time to invest in a ceiling fan. Regulating the temperature in your home doesn’t have to break the bank. The truth is that ceiling fans can save you…
You may have heard something about rustic style, but what does that really mean? For starters, let’s not confuse rustic with vintage or shabby chic. We’ll leave those for another day. Just know that rustic swims in a lane of its own. The style tends to focus on a farmhouse/countryside look, while using outdoor elements…
We all want to know how to live happier lives and lucky for us, the Danish have already figured out how to do it. Danish people are known for being the happiest people on Earth. You may be wondering:“How is that possible?” Danish people live by the hygge principal, incorporating ways of adding comfort and…
Let’s face it. Life is hard and sometimes it can bring us down. Work, family, and other responsibilities are all factors that affect our mood. But what are the best ways to improve your mood? Although feeling sad is a common and should not make you feel any shame—feeling this way is but a small…
BE MINE. We are feeling the LOVE with some of the most luxurious lighting trends for your valentine. From glamorous gold finishes, to glimmering crystal accents, here are our top picks for shining a little lighting love into your home this year. …
Inspired by exotic, ethnic and tribal design, Global Fusion is most commonly described as an eclectic mix of uniquely crafted items gathered from worldly travels. Filled with worn metal finishes, rustic materials and raw textiles, this exotic trend has been fully embraced by the lighting industry, and largely represented in some of the …
It's no secret- the Modern Farmhouse aesthetic has taken the world by storm. This coveted look has breathed new life into converted barns and farmhouses, and has provided design inspiration to millions a-la Chip and Joanna Gaines. Lighting manufacturers have fully embraced the trend, making it easier than ever for us to transform our homes into …
Our June trip to Lightovation was a SIZZLER. The biannual lighting event was filled with exciting product releases and hot new finish combinations that our team was eager to share. Here is a highlight of this year's trip featuring our team member Hilary's top picks from LIGHTOVATION. …
Give us your tired, your dated, your lighting longing to be replaced...and we will give one lucky winner $500! Creative Lighting is launching our Fourth Annual Ugly Light Fixture Contest. That's right, you could WIN A $500 Creative Lighting gift certificate by simply snapping a picture of your current out-of-date item and e-mailing it to us! …
With the dog days of summer upon us, now is the perfect time to assess your ceiling fan needs. Although many of us live in an air conditioned world, it's hard to beat the soft breeze of a ceiling fan on a hot summer night. Enjoyable in any season, ceiling fans are an energy efficient way to keep your house cooler in the summer and warmer in the …
Ready to update your exterior look this year? Check out some of our favorite picks for each signature style and get your home refreshed for the summer season ahead. …
The season of outdoor entertaining is officially upon us! We're here to show you how to best embrace the outdoors this season with a beautifully lit exterior space. Here are a few ideas to help you create an outdoor experience at your home this year. …
The planning of a Master Bath remodel is no small undertaking. Let us walk you through the first project in our Illuminating Life series, and watch as we showcase the process of lighting a bathroom space from start to finish. …
It's the season of competition and we are in the spirit! Here are a few of our favorite bracket picks to ensure a slam dunk look in your space this season! …