Inspiration
Everyone Looks Better By Lamplight
Why does everyone look better by lamplight? From Vermeer to the Big Light, here’s a quick guide to creating softer, warmer and more flattering lighting... read more
A Chair Isn't Really a Chair Until There's a Lamp Beside It
A good chair gives you somewhere to sit, but the right lamp can turn it into somewhere you actually want to be. From creating cozy... read more
Give Your Eyes Somewhere to Go: The Real Reason Lighting Makes a Room Feel Bigger
Want to make a room feel bigger without moving the furniture? Learn how placing light in all the right places can reveal forgotten corners, give... read more
Decorate for Yourself: the Rather Lovely Idea Behind “Joy Drenching”
What if the best decorating rule was simply: do you love it? Discover the thinking behind joy drenching and why trusting your instincts, from unexpected... read more
How one lamp can change a room (and a room can change your life)
A well-placed lamp can completely change how a space looks, feels and functions. It can turn an unused chair into an inviting reading spot, make... read more
Home Lighting Ideas: The Dark is Doing Half the Work
Beautiful home lighting isn't about eliminating every shadow. In fact, darkness is doing half the work. Discover how layering light, embracing contrast and placing lamps... read more
Break the Rules! Why Homes Don’t Need to be so Well-behaved
Breaking the rules isn't always a bad thing. Find out why the best spaces embrace a little imperfection, and how playful lighting choices can turn... read more
More Lights, Softer Glow: The Secret to Cozy Lighting
Learn the secret to cozy lighting with simple tips on layering wall lights, table lamps and floor lamps to create a warm, welcoming glow in... read more
The Interior Designer’s Secret to Pairing Lamps and Shades
Lamps and shades don't need to match perfectly. Discover the simple interior designer trick that makes lamp and shade pairings feel cohesive, stylish and full... read more