Sep 2 2008 1:14PM | Permalink | Email this | Comments (0) |
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Improper recessed lighting placement can result in unflattering, "beam me up" overhead light or distracting linear arrangements. This list of dos and don’ts will help you avoid these blunders and unnecessary ceiling damage. It might just spark some new ideas as well.

Do use recessed lights for task lighting. The concentrated light is at its best over counters, inside closets, and over task areas.

Do supplement decorative fixtures, that don't cast much light on their own, with recessed spot lights. Crystal chandeliers are enhanced nicely with extra light.

Do use dimmer switches. These are bright, overhead lights; you need to be able to soften the mood if necessary.

Don't commit to a set pattern. Place the lights where you have an object or ar...Read More

Aug 14 2008 9:06AM | Permalink | Email this | Comments (0) |
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If you want a customer to buy into your lighting ideas then describing the glass accurately can create a vivid image. Various textures and surface treatments are used, and they exert a strong influence on the overall look.

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Hammered Glass For a unique look, glass can be shaped around a mold or an optic box, creating a "hammered" surface pattern. The

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Jul 31 2008 10:00AM | Permalink | Email this | Comments (0) |
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New ceiling fans are a quick way to add value to a home. The same rules that apply to updating lighting fixtures periodically apply to ceiling fans. However ceiling fans offer additional benefits that translate into selling points. They make a home more comfortable by:

1. Saving on energy costs – Ceiling fans increase the efficiency of cooling and heating systems. During the summer, a ceiling fan can reduce the perceived temperature of a room by as much as 8° F. The thermostat can be adjusted accordingly.

2. Making a visual statement or not – Available in almost any style and finish, ceiling fans can reinforce the unique style of almost any room. Another option is to match the fan to the color of the ceiling for a more subtle presence. ...Read More

Jul 24 2008 8:11AM | Permalink | Email this | Comments (0) |
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The right outdoor wall light can set the stage for guests entering a home, as well as those gazing from the street. The right lighting fixtures will both illuminate and increase the visual appeal of a home. Here is a guide to help you talk a client through the decision-making process:

1. Style: Start by discussing the architectural style of the house. Outdoor lights and wall lanterns in particular are designed to fit with certain tried and true architectural styles. The ...Read More

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We recently attended the Buildings NY trade show for the first time and were delighted to encounter building owners and managers with a new set of distinct concerns. Building owners in high-density urban areas prioritize retrofitting and maintenance costs differently than their new-build brethren in the west.

Energy-efficiency and bulb lifespan topped the New Yorkers' list of concerns which were focused around maintenance costs and fixed cost control. This is contrast to new-build construction which has to consider current trends and visual impact to a larger extent.

Energy-efficient chandeliers and ...Read More