Keeping up with trends, whether commercially or only as an observer, can be a fun hobby! There’s so much variety, beauty, and class in this world. However, trends in fashion, décor, and even lighting, revolve quickly. If you’re thinking of replacing a more permanent part of your home, such as the flooring, plumbing, or lighting,…
It’s no secret—home décor is more than just a mode of self-expression. It’s also an influential part of your every-day environment that also affects your mood, productivity, ability to focus and so much more. Stay true to your taste while staying in style, using these tried-and-true design principles. 1. Unity Aim for complimentary tones, colors,…
As millennials flood the housing market, it might be a great time to think about how you can maximize your home value for sale now or in the future. How can you get the most bang for your buck, avoid never-ending renovations, and steer clear of overwhelming DIY projects? Here are six easy ways to…
Now that we’ve given plenty of attention to the age-old debate about how to place toilet paper, I think it’s time to move on to something else. A well-lit bathroom can make or break your morning routine, and vanity lighting is a huge part of that! How often do we really stop to consider vanity…
The shifting seasons signal change, and the use of your outdoor lighting also changes with the seasons! The days get longer and shorter, the weather can be wild, and our activities vary to adapt to the temperatures. In some seasons good lighting is good enough to just look good, but in other cases, it serves…
Have you ever noticed how certain lights make things look different? Take a hair salon, for example. The stylist dyes your hair and it looks great in the salon, but when you go outside, it’s a completely different color! That isn’t bad styling— but it might be caused by bad lighting. Here’s an in-depth review…
Is your workspace working for you? Studies have demonstrated that the way you light your business affects everything from how customers perceive your brand to your mood and even employee productivity. Get lighting right and take your business to the next level! Here, we’ll cover seven lighting tricks to add that ‘it’ factor to your…
Hallway lighting can sometimes be overlooked during remodel or building projects. The light in a hall needs to be functional, but can also be dramatic and unexpected depending on the fixtures you select. Ceiling fixtures should be placed about every 8 feet. Either flush mount or semi flush mount fixtures work well. If you have a high ceiling …
One affordable way to stay cool in the summer heat is to install ceiling fans. "The best way to understand the benefits is to do a few simple calculations," Joe Rey-Barreau, education consultant for the American Lighting Association, said in a news release. If the ambient air temperature is 80 degrees F, your body will feel as if it is 72 degrees …
The US Department of Energy Building Codes Program created 'Residential Requirements of 2009 International Energy Conservation Code'. The code is applicable to all new home construction. Before these criteria were developed, there were no requirements for lighting or home appliances. Below are the highlights. Criteria: -50% of permanently …
The term "curb appeal" is used to denote the attractiveness or allure of the exterior parts of a residential or commercial property. Don't forget to enhance the evening curb appeal of your home. One of the things that you can do is to improve the exterior lighting. Simply adding a series of low voltage lighting along the sidewalk or driveway can …
The term "curb appeal" is used to denote the attractiveness or allure of the exterior parts of a residential or commercial property. Don't forget to enhance the evening curb appeal of your home. One of the things that you can do is to improve the exterior lighting. Simply adding a series of low voltage lighting along the sidewalk or driveway can …
Many designers have pointed to creative use of light as a kitchen trend in 2010. People are coupling overhead recess lighting with accent lights to create dramatic effects and interesting design elements in the kitchen. Right now personal expression is in vogue. Whether it's highlighting design elements with light, adding custom work spaces, or …
Many designers have pointed to creative use of light as a kitchen trend in 2010. People are coupling overhead recess lighting with accent lights to create dramatic effects and interesting design elements in the kitchen. Right now personal expression is in vogue. Whether it's highlighting design elements with light, adding custom work spaces, or …
Undercabinet lighting has come a long way since the days of flickering T12 (fat) fluorescent tubes. While these are still fine for laundry rooms and 'man-cave' workbenches, they don't do much to flatter the high-end countertops and custom cabinetry that today's homeowner demands. For over twenty years, customers have had the option of using …
There are so many art glass pendant choices out there nowadays, and many people are using them over their islands, tables, sinks. They are a great way to add a punch of color or pull out the natural color in your granite countertop. A few things to remember when picking out art glass: -Consider the material the pendants are going over. For …
Now through July 24th Creative Lighting is having an in store special for social media customers. What does this mean? Well, we have a coupon that is available on our Facebook page that we are also sending out over Twitter. We see it as a way to say "thank you" to all the people who "follow" us on Twitter and "Like" us on Facebook. We realize …