Feeling exhausted? Indoor light may be to blame. Because the average human is exposed to more artificial light than sunlight, our bodies are not able to receive the cues we once relied on. These cues include when it is time to wake up and when it is time to go to bed! Naturally, melatonin should…
A ceiling fan is a must-have fixture that will instantly beautify your space, but they also have surprising practical use. They add light and are often the centerpiece in a room, but also make a room feel more comfortable with cooler air in the summer and warmer air in the winter. Ceiling fans help promote…
When carefully chosen, a unique ceiling fan will add to your home’s beauty, value, and ultimately save you money. Whether you are shopping for your first fan or you’re updating an old-fashioned relic, the process can be enough to make anyone’s head spin. Fans should be functional as well as attractive, but it’s easy to…
Some interior design trends come and go so quickly that it’s hard to understand how they were ever popular (we’re looking at you, 1970s orange shag carpet). Fortunately, some trends have a little bit more staying power. Minimalism is a timeless design trend that we just can’t stop coming back to. It’s all about doing…
Whether your backyard is large or small, verdant or concrete, you want to make the most of your outdoor space by making it a beautiful and comfortable place where you want to spend your time. No matter what you have to work with, we’ve put together 6 suggestions that will help you make your backyard…
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…
What's hot in lighting for Fall 2010? We have rounded up the best ideas happening in interior design and lighting right now and put them in an easy to read list: Art Deco fixtures – Deco lighting is timeless, going from Victorian to Contemporary interiors. Particularly nice for a bit of warmth in a a black and white decorated room. Deco …
Before you venture out to buy lighting, it helps to take a few minutes to prepare. This will help you and your lighting consultant select lighting that will meet your style, function and size requirements. Before shopping consider the following: 1. What do you use your room for? For example, is your dining room used only for formal dinners, or is …
Great New LED task and desk lamps have just arrived at Creative Lighting! A simple design, a great price, and a superior color LED make these a great way to be part of the LED revolution! Compared to fluorescent bulbs, advantages claimed for LED light bulbs are that they do not contain mercury (unlike compact fluorescent light bulbs), that they …
Retailers and home fashion experts say consumers are looking for ways to express personality in their homes this fall, with something that shows an artisan's touch and adds a little sparkle. Also, as the days get shorter and the nights longer you may find that general lighting just isn't enough for your hallway, foyer or bathroom. You don't have …
Pendants are an attractive way to illuminate a home, if used properly. The American Lighting Association provides the following tips for selecting pendants for optimal design and functionality. Pendants must be placed at the proper height and in the appropriate quantity for the space being illuminated. The type of pendant to use depends on whether …
With rentals and dorm rooms, it’s always hard because you can’t really change a lot. You have to be innovative. Students, of course, are usually on a tight budget, and decorating tips must take that into account. Find out what kind of lighting you'll be working with. Does your dorm have an overhead light or floor lamps? It's typically standard …
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 …