Looking through interior design photos for inspiration for your own home, you’ve probably noticed that some rooms simply look more inviting than others. That certain special something is almost always good lighting. And not just “good” lighting, but organic. Sunlight is the “secret ingredient” and finishing touch to any well-designed room. If you have a […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Get The Look: Shortcut To An Industrial Style Bathroom
13
Dec
Dec
If there’s one piece of design advice you hear over and over again it’s this: update your hardware. It’s tried and true, but so over-stated that it’s become tired and trite. Because, sure, updating your hardware is easy and inexpensive. But in most cases it also doesn’t make that big a difference. So why do […]
Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Kitchen, Kitchen Cabinets & Furniture, Lighting
How To Install Tape Lighting: Affordable, DIY Friendly Mood Lights
30
May
May
Upgrading your home’s lighting is almost always a job for a professional. Whether you’re changing out an existing fixture or looking to add new ones, anything more involved than plugging in an lap requires know-how (or even licensing) that most DIYers simply don’t have. The exception? Tape lighting. These adhesive-backed LED strips are dead simple […]
23
Jan
Jan
I talk a lot on here about the importance of good lighting – how layering multiple stylish fixtures can add depth and beauty to any room in your home. But what if you have low ceilings? Big chandeliers or dangling pendant lights are a no-go in many homes. Flush mount or recessed lighting can make […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Better Bathroom Lighting: Using Mood Lights To Create A Luxurious Finish
14
Nov
Nov
Often when we talk about bathroom lighting, it’s in terms of the purely functional: pros and cons of having different kinds of lighting above and around your vanity. But if you’re looking to turn your bathroom into a luxurious, relaxing getaway, lighting should be part of the conversation. And I don’t just mean a fancy […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
Bathroom Lighting That Wows: Replacing Over-Vanity Lights With Sconces
16
May
May
When you think of bathroom lighting, you probably imagine one thing: a bar of lights above the vanity. But while there’s nothing wrong with these familiar glass-shaded lights (and some newer ones can even be quite attractive), it’s a crime to think they’re the only option. Any light can be a bathroom light if you’re […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Heaters, Bathroom Lighting, Bathroom Vanities, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends, Showers
2021 Bathroom Trends: Combining Comfort And Cleanliness
31
Jan
Jan
I think we can all agree, 2020 wasn’t a great year for getting things done. And all that time at home has certainly helped highlight what we wish our spaces could do better. So it’s no surprise that 2021 bathroom trends have two big, very 2020-influenced themes: comfort and cleanliness. The biggest trends this year […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Lighting, Bathroom Vanities, Bathtubs, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Latest Trends
Get The Look: A Colorful Twist on the Classic Cottage Bathroom
23
May
May
Lately almost everyone in the design world is saying white bathrooms are on the way out. But after years of seeing nothing but white subway tile, pedestal sinks, and beadboard, it can be hard to know where to start building a bathroom that doesn’t rely on these cottage-style staples. Worse still, how do you add […]
08
May
May
A well-lit room is a well-loved room. Layered lighting can turn any dark and dreary room into one with a bright and welcoming atmosphere, and no room needs that more than the one where you get ready every day: the bathroom. Adequate lighting is important for all the little tasks you do in the bathroom […]
Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Bathroom Lighting, Bathroom Vanities
Get the Look: Modern Gold Accents to Update Your Bathroom
13
Feb
Feb
Gold hardware has been a staple in bathrooms for decades, so in the 21st century it’s hard for it not to feel outdated. You may be tempted to replace your faucets and showerhead with something newer like brass or chrome, but modern bathrooms have brought gold back as an accent. With some other updates to […]