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Kitchen Island Lighting Inspiration – Industrial

Calling all foodies and kitchen-lovers! Today we take a deep dive into some of our favourite industrial-inspired kitchen lighting ideas for your island.

Euclid Island Light in Matte Black

Perpendicular and simply stunning open cubes bring a fresh architectural twist to this very chic ten-light island design. The Matte Black finish brings a stunning sense of brilliant drama to any industrial inspired space.

Also available in chrome with matte black, or olde brass with bronze, . As well as many different style configurations (pendants, chandeliers, flush mounts, etc).

Iuka Pendant in Brushed Nickel

The Iuka collection of fixtures feature a round inverted mesh basket resting on a trapezoid shaped frame to create its signature look.

Also available in a bronze finish.

Trestle Mini Pendant in Matte Black with Olde Brass

Indulge in an exercise of geometrics and stunning interior décor, adding this single-light mini-pendant to a compact living space. Light up your kitchen island with a stylish Matte Black finish cage shade harkening back to an industrial motif, and a gorgeous Old Brass bulb mount that delivers perfect contrast.

Also available in an antique silver finish. As well as many different style configurations (pendants, chandeliers, flush mounts, etc).

Quintus Mini Pendant in Rubbed Brass

Delivering a catchy, charming industrial motif, this single light mini pendant is ideal for a compact transitional space. Add targeted lighting to your kitchen island with this cage-style, geometric light fashioned of rubbed brass finish steel.

Also available in the following finishes: brushed nickel, plated bronze, bronze, chrome, matte black, metallic gold, red or white.

Orsay Pendant in Matte Black

Showcase charm and personality in the kitchen with a pendant light in a matte black finish. A bird cage silhouette brings an alluring and airy display with steel construction.

Only available in matte black. Two size choices are available.

If you are looking to update your home’s lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Bathroom Vanity Lighting Inspiration – Glam

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Apr 26, 2022 3-light vanity , 4-light vanity , Aludra , aubrey , bathroom , bathroom lighting , bathroom refresh , bathroom sink , bathroom vanity , chrome , cronise , elegance , glam , upscale , vanity light , vanity size

Bathrooms can be such an incredibly busy place in your home. Not only are they where you take care of business, but it is also the place where you prepare for your day and wind down for a relaxing night.

Your bathroom vanity lighting should express your style and feel of your family’s aesthetic. We have collected three options for those aspiring to a glam feel in their bathroom.

Aludra Three-Light Vanity in Chrome

A contemporary space receives the ultimate in glamour and style with this unforgettable chrome and crystal three-light vanity light. Accentuate a custom bath space with a luscious fixture featuring cut-out rectangles and crystal emblems, and send a strong message reflecting upscale signature style.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Aludra Collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 6-light formation. The Aludra Collection is only available in a chrome finish.

Cronise Four-Light Vanity in Chrome

Revel in the radiance of brilliant chrome from this stunning four-light bath light. Sleek and elongated, the rectangular silhouette is full of modern geometric cut out shapes.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Cronise Collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 5-light formation. The Cronise Collection is only available in a chrome finish.

Aubrey Three-Light Vanity in Chrome

A contemporary haven is bejeweled with glam as this exquisite three-light vanity light becomes a focal point highlighting a compact vanity. Crystal-like glass shades add an air of exclusivity to a fixture with a sleek Chrome finish metal mount and arms, and an air of high-class, upscale elegance.

Size of colour not what you’re looking for?

The Aubrey Collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 5-light formation. The Aubrey Collection is available in a chrome finish (pictured) or brushed nickel finish.

If you are looking to update your home’s lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Spring 2022 Lighting Trends

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Apr 5, 2022

The snow is melting away, and hopefully going to stay away! The smell of spring is in the air and people are excited to get to their home improvement projects this spring! We’ve compiled a few areas of lighting where we are seeing an increased interest already this spring.

1) Outdoor Lighting

Summer is the season to be outside and enjoy the sunshine here in Southwestern Ontario. After the winter, it is no surprise that people are wanting to scratch that outdoor itch early this spring.

We have seen families focusing on two main areas for their outdoor lighting already:

The Front Door
The Back Porch

Our clients have been wanting to make their front and back porches more welcoming for the neighbourhood crew. Check out our helpful tips on finding the perfect wall light for your outdoor space.

2) Lighting Up the Hallway

*Geo Semi Flush Mount in Matte Black and Chrome*

Lighting the hallway is often overlooked in the initial lighting budget. This is an area where people often just stick whatever is cheapest up and leave it at that. But hallways are one of the most functional, and most occupied places in our homes. Your hallway light is likely to get turned on every single day. (Especially in the cloudy, rainy, springtime!) So why not dazzle up this often overlooked area of the home. Use our hallway lighting tips to make sure you are getting the most out of it!

3) Living Room Love

*Cavallo Pendant in Hammered Black and Chrome*

After the past few years staying safer-at-home, families have truly come to appreciate the importance of family time. And of course, a lot of this family time happens at home in the living room. We have seen an increase in the number of clients wanting to add a bit of a ‘wow factor’ to these living spaces. Check out our living room tips to create the perfect space for your family!

If you are looking to update your home’s lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Hallway Lighting 101

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Mar 8, 2022 design , flush mount , hallway , open-concept , placement , semi-flush mount , style , wall sconces

Lighting the hallway is often overlooked in the initial lighting budget. This is an area where people often just stick whatever is cheapest up and leave it at that. But hallways are one of the most functional, and most occupied places in our homes. Your hallway light is likely to get turned on every single day. (Especially in the winter!) So why not dazzle up this often overlooked area of the home. Use our hallway lighting tips to make sure you are getting the most out of it!

Tip 1 – On the Ceiling or On the Wall?

Depending on the age and style of your home, you may have a ceiling light or wall light in your hallways, or sometimes both! If you are doing a new build you may have more flexibility to choose the style you prefer. Generally most people like to keep their hallways clear of obstacles as the hallway is a place for lots of movement.

Ceiling lights are best for those with a narrow hallway. This helps keep the flow of traffic moving through the hallway without interruption. On the ceiling you can use pendants or chandeliers for those with high ceilings, or flush mounts or semi flush mounts for those with a lower ceiling. There was a time when flush mounts and semi-flush mounts were considered boring in lighting, but those days are over! There are so many new and interesting configurations of this type of lighting!

Wall sconces are best for those with a wider hallway. Most wall sconces will protrude about 5-9” off of the wall, so it is best to use these fixtures higher up on your wall. Wall sconces are a great choice if you have artwork or mirrors in your hallway. These fixtures will serve two purposes – firstly to light your hallway, and secondly to draw the eye to your artwork/mirrors.

Tip 2 – Placement

The length of your hallway will help you to determine how many fixtures you need to keep things bright and safe. A good rule of thumb is to place your ceiling light or wall sconce fixtures every 8’ through the hallway. If you are using a fixture that requires a lower wattage, you may want to use fixtures more frequently through the space.

Tip 3 – Style

Your hallway light is likely to get turned on every single day. (Especially in the winter!) So why not dazzle up this often overlooked area of the home. Find something that speaks to you and compliments your home. Take a look from different angles down your hallway and ensure that your sightlines will compliment one another.

Hallway Inspiration:

If you are looking to update your home’s lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Bathroom Vanity Lighting Inspiration – Modern

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Feb 28, 2022 2-light vanity , 4-light vanity , 5-light vanity , bathroom lighting , bathroom refresh , bathroom sink , bathroom vanity , bleeker , brushed nickel , chrome , fallon , inspiration , jackson , matte black , modern

Bathrooms can be such an incredibly busy place in your home. Not only are they where you take care of business, but it is also the place where you prepare for your day and wind down for a relaxing night.

Your bathroom vanity lighting should express your style and feel of your family’s aesthetic. We have collected three options for those aspiring to a modern feel in their bathroom.

1. Bleeker 5-Light Vanity in Matte Black and Brushed Nickel

With a sleek cosmopolitan attitude and a beautiful blend of glass and metal, this five-light vanity offers a sophisticated way to stylize a modern bath space. Matte Black and Brushed Nickel serve as stunning finishes for a tasteful fixture delivering a geometric silhouette that embellishes master bath vanities.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Bleeker Collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 5-light formation. The Bleeker Collection is also available in a Brushed Nickel, Chrome or Olde Bronze finish.

2. Fallon 2-Light Vanity in Chrome

Opaque glass combines with a sleek polished chrome finish to create a dynamic, contemporary look for this two-light LED vanity light. Perfect for illuminating your ensuite, powder room or bathroom.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Fallon collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 6-light formation. The Fallon Collection also offers glass finish in clear ribbed or frosted setting.

3. Jackson 4-Light Vanity in Chrome and Matte Black

Linear design elements with elegant materials deliver a must-have look for a custom living space. Mid-Century Modern flavor stylizes this four-light vanity light, showcasing thick square glass shades mounted to a brilliant Chrome finish frame with a bold Matte Black surface.

Size not what you’re looking for?

The Jackson collection offers the vanity light in a 1-light to 5-light formation. The Jackson Collection also offers the fame finished in Chrome with Matte Black or Brushed Nickel and Matte Black.

If you are looking to update your home’s lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Layering Light in Your Living Room

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Feb 15, 2022

Lighting your family room can be a tricky business. There are so many lighting options available. It can definitely be overwhelming. But not to worry. We are here to help!

Take a look through your living room and think of the different activities you would like to happen in the family room. For example, do you have a cozy armchair perfect for a cup of tea and a good book? Do you love to have family movie nights and want to be able to dim the lights for the theatrical effect? These are areas where you may want to add layered lighting options.

Typically designers like to use four layers of light when creating the perfect feel in a room. The four types of lighting are:

Natural Lighting

*Featured Fixture: Euclid Chandelier in Matte Black*

Of course, we all love to have bright beautiful windows in our home! Windows grant access to beautiful natural light. Depending on what direction your family room windows are, you will get a different feeling of natural light throughout the day. Knowing this will help you to bring in artificial lighting to manage the times of day where natural light is deficient.

2. Ambient Lighting

*Featured Fixture: Beau Chandelier in Rubbed Brass*

Ambient lighting is usually your overhead lighting. Often in family rooms this is overhead light that illuminates the majority of the room. Chandeliers, pot lights, flush mounts, and semi-flush mount lights are all great solutions for ambient lighting in the family room. It is always best to have these lights on a dimmer so you can adjust the amount of light coming from this source throughout the day.

3. Task Lighting

*Featured Fixture: Calumet Floor Lamp in Matte Black and Polished Nickel*

Task lighting allows a concentrated source of light to help execute a task. In your family room you may want task lighting in areas where you like to read, the kids do crafts, etc. Usually in the family room we see task lighting as a floor or table lamp.

4. Accent Lighting

*Featured Fixture: Fontaine Wall Sconce in Polished Nickel*

Accent lighting allows you to highlight different features in your family room. That could be your fireplace, a beautiful piece of artwork or within your cabinets. Oftentimes accent lighting can take the form of using wall sconces or integrated lighting solutions to draw the eye to the features of your home.

If you are looking to update your lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Inspiration:

*Featured Fixture: Arosia Pendant in Chrome*

*Featured Fixture: Sonna Flush Mount in Heritage Brass*

*Featured Fixture: Flair Wall Sconce in Antique Nickel*

Kitchen Island Lighting 101

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Feb 1, 2022 bella , chandelier , custom kitchen , dome pendant , geo , geometric , kitchen design , kitchen island , kitchen lighting , landry , matte black , matte white , mini pendant , rubbed brass , yellow , z-studio

Ah. The magic of the kitchen island. It is one of the most used pieces of real estate in your kitchen. Here you prep meals for the family, you sign permission forms and go through the mail. It’s a busy and special place in the home. And the best part is, it’s one of the easiest and most fun places to play with your lighting design.

To give your kitchen a quick pick me up just change out your pendant lighting over your island with our quick tips.

What’s On the Ceiling?

Depending on how your kitchen island listing was planned you may have one main electrical boxes or multiple. If you have one main electrical box you can still have that multiple pendant look (without changing your wiring) but you will want to make sure that the fixture you select offers a long canopy to accommodate the multiple pendants.

If you are building your home, you may have more options to play with in regards to wiring above your kitchen island. Talk with your builder to see what your options are.

Bella Mini Pendant in Matte Black & Brushed Nickel

Sizing

When determining the size of your lighting fixtures for your kitchen island lighting it is incredibly important to know the length of your island and your ceiling height. No one wants to be bumping their head on a light while trying to cook dinner!

How Much Light Do You Need

Generally people prefer their kitchens to be bright with lots of light. When selecting your kitchen island lighting you want to pay attention to the shade of the lighting fixture. Metal shades will direct the light downwards giving you a ‘task lighting’ effect over your kitchen island. While open lights or clear glass shades will disperse the light in all directions working to illuminate more of the kitchen. Then there are white or opaque shades. These shades will illuminate more of your kitchen than a metal shade, but not as much as an open fixture or clear glass shades.

Feel Your Own Style:

This area of lighting should be where you can take a risk and bring out a little bit more personality to your kitchen. Whether that be something a little bit more vintage-inspired or something bright and bold. You can easily switch out these pendant lights when needing a refresh for your kitchen lighting.

Keep in mind other fixtures that may be in the sight line of your kitchen. You certainly don’t have to match everything together, but each fixture should compliment and flow with the others to create a cohesive look.

Landry Pendant in Matte White & Rubbed Brass

If you are looking to update your lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Lighting Trends to Watch in 2022

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Jan 11, 2022 2022 lighting trends , beau , calumet , chandelier , lighting trends , linear lighting , matte black , natural textures , overhead lighting , oversized fixtures , sora , symmetry , wentworth , whimsy , z-studio

And just like that, a new year is upon us!

After the whirlwind of 2020 and 2021, people have been seeking comfort within their homes. Which of course, has resulted in people taking more time and care into the design and function of their homes. We can’t wait to see more of these trends take hold as 2022 continues….

1 – Oversized Fixtures

Using an oversized lighting fixture as a design focus makes a bold statement. Oversized fixtures are also a great way to make a quick upgrade to your space without spending weeks (or months) on expensive (and disruptive) renovations.

2 – Linear Lighting

Fixtures that fall into the ‘linear lighting’ category often have simplified designs that exaggerate long lines. These fixtures are perfect for clients who are looking to keep things contemporary and minimalistic in their design.

Calumet Chandelier in Matte Black and Olde Brass

3 – Incorporate Whimsy

After the past few years, its no wonder why people are craving a little bit of fun in their homes. In lighting we are seeing this manifest as a few different trends. From incorporating more colour into design, swapping out shades for a little change of scenery and even swapping out traditional bulbs for more fun bulbs. These are all little ways to change up your lighting fixtures with little time and financial investment.

4 – Natural Textures

From rattan to wooden beads and natural textures – there has certainly been a call to bring natural textures indoors. Using natural textures in your home can create a calming and rejuvenating energy within your home.

5 – Symmetry

Symmetrical design is coming back. Symmetrical design creates a balanced look in your home. By balancing wall sconces or lamps across the fireplace, symmetrical design also helps to bring focus onto other design features in your home.

If you are looking to update your lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

2021 Wrap Up – Your Favourite Lighting Fixtures of the Year

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Dec 16, 2021 2021 , 2021 wrap up , chandelier , chrome , Euclid , flush mount , haylie , matte black , matte white , mini pendant , parsons chandelier , titania , top picks , trends , tull

As the end of the approaches we are taking a moment to look back and reflect on the year. 2021 certainly brought a lot of ups and downs for everyone. But one thing was for certain, our lights were on (for most of the year at least) and we were happy to have clients back in our store. Helping our clients design their homes this year was most definitely one of the brightest spots of the year. So let’s take a look at what was most popular with our clients this year!

Tull 5-Light Chandelier in Matte White

With a fresh matte white finish, the steel orb-shaped frame of this five-light chandelier comes to life and delivers an enticing design element radiating beautiful illumination. Make this fixture your own by customizing finishes on its frame interior, bulb bases, and finials, and enjoy the ornate bonus of floating crystal shapes that seal its exquisite aesthetic.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Tull collection offers many sized chandeliers in matte white or matte black finishes.

Titania Black and Chrome Flush Mount

Contrasting finishes pad the extraordinary design of this four-light flush mount ceiling light. An architectural blend of rectangular shapes pairs a black steel frame with chrome finish bulb bases, and a surprisingly beautiful arrangement of candelabra-style bulbs that create a versatile contemporary and transitional dynamic.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Titania Collection offers pendants, chandeliers, flush mounts, semi-flush mounts, vanity lights and wall sconces in the same design with optional finishes of black and brushed nickel, black and chrome, or bronze and olde brass.

Euclid Mini Pendant

Euclidean geometry influenced cubes bring a fresh architectural twist to this contemporary one-light mini pendant design. Modern chrome and matte black finishes bring a visually striking sense of layered drama to any metropolitan city inspired space.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Euclid Collection offers chandeliers, flush mounts and pendants in the same design with finish options of chrome with matte black or olde brass with bronze.

Parsons Chandelier

Enhance your favorite room with this clean, crisp four-light chandelier. It’s fashioned with a matte black and brushed nickel finish and clear glass shades that deliver all the light you want. It will add a touch of brilliance to any space in the home, whether it’s the dining room, foyer, or kitchen.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Parsons Collection offers chandeliers, wall sconces, vanity lights, semi-flush mounts and pendants in the same design with finish options of matte black with brushed nickel, or matte black with olde brass.

Haylie Chandelier

This bright two-tone twelve-light chandelier adds a dynamic elegance to your favorite space. It’s crafted in a classic matte black and brushed nickel finish with the lights in a candle-like design. It’s ideally suited for the dining room, foyer, kitchen, or entertainment room.

Size or colour not what you’re looking for?

The Haylie Collection offers chandeliers, and wall sconces, in the same design with finish options of matte black with brushed nickel, or matte black with olde brass.

If you are looking to update your lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Lighting Your Family Room

Posted by: The Lighting Lady Posted on: Dec 9, 2021

Lighting your family room can be a tricky business. There are so many lighting options available. It can definitely be overwhelming. But not to worry. We are here to help!

When shopping for your family room lighting consider these three tips:

1) Think About the Purpose of Each Area of the Room

Take a look through your living room and think of the different activities you would like to happen in the family room. For example, do you have a cozy armchair perfect for a cup of tea and a good book? Do you love to have family movie nights and want to be able to dim the lights for the theatrical effect? These are areas where you may want to add layered lighting options. By adding the perfect floor lamp to complete your reading nook and armchair, you will complete the cozy factor. Remember – All of your light does not need to come from one source!

2) Style and Sight Lines

Nowadays open floor plans are basically essential. The family room is a high traffic area and often an intersection point in the house. Take a look from the front door, down the hallway, dining room, etc and check to see what you can see within those different sight lines. You may want to choose an overhead lighting option that compliments or contrasts the other elements within the space.

3) Don’t Forget The Accessories!

Don’t forget the finishing touches like dimmer switches and remote controls. Creating a little ambiance in your family room is always a good idea. And a remote control or smart bulbs mean you don’t have to get out off the couch to turn off the light.

If you are looking to update your family room lighting please feel free to contact us.

Or better yet, come in for a visit to our showroom!

Some Inspiration: