Your life illuminated
By Clarissa Allison | October 14th, 2016 Home decor that incorporates elements of nature brings texture and color into your environment while at the same time providing a sense of airy lightness to your space. This contemporary trend extends to the lighting fixtures in your home. Sleek, simple, and classic, the clean lines of wood… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | September 30th, 2016 Now that it’s Autumn and our days are becoming increasingly shorter, you may be thinking about how you can upgrade your garden and landscape areas with the least amount of hassle possible. One challenge with line-voltage landscape lights is that they can be pricey and – unless you… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | September 23rd, 2016 Many of us are drawn to the studied elegance of modern and contemporary home design. Lighting is a major element that adds both functionality and beauty to a space. From George Nelson Bubble Lamps that embody mid-century modern chic to the innovative creations of designer Issey Miyake, there… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | September 16th, 2016 Those of us in the Southwest are thrilled that Autumn is (mercifully) approaching fast. We’ve soaked up the air-conditioning all Summer long, and now we want to revel in the cool fall breeze while relaxing on our decks, patios and gardens with family and friends. If you’re also… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | September 2nd, 2016 Light Emitting Diodes, commonly known as LEDs, are semiconductor devices that produce visible light when an electrical current passed through them. LEDs are a type of Solid State Lighting (SSL) and are used in general lighting applications all over the world, from remote control light indicators, to cars as… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | August 26th, 2016 If you or a loved one have ever had to room in a dorm, you’ll know the lighting in them is typically abysmal. We know that lighting plays a major role in our circadian rhythms and emotions as well as our ability to concentrate and complete tasks. These… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | August 19th, 2016 Everyone knows that first impressions make a big impact, and when friends, family, or prospective home buyers come to your abode, your foyer is responsible for the snapshot image of what to expect from the interior. This makes foyer lighting an integral factor in the overall outlook visitors… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | August 12th, 2016 The terms modern and contemporary as they relate to design are used interchangeably so often that you’d be forgiven for thinking they are one and the same. Yet, they are actually very different approaches to decor. In this week’s blog, we’ll look at the history and meaning of… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | August 5th, 2016 If you are remodeling your basement, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind when it comes to lighting this space. Whether you are lucky enough to possess a loft-style basement with higher ceilings and even a window or two, or a small and relatively dark room,… Read more
By Clarissa Allison | July 29th, 2016 When starting the process of setting up and organizing your new home office, you will learn a lot about how your room should be lit. The right lighting makes a huge impact on productivity, energy and mood. If you are lucky enough to work from home, you’ll have… Read more
