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There are several reasons why alabaster has become a popular trend in home décor: the organic nature of the stone, the uniqueness of each pattern, and the translucent quality that allows light to shine through. While not as expensive as marble, alabaster is a medium-hard natural material (calcite) that is durable, but “softer” and...
Allergies aside, who doesn’t experience a lift in their mood when they see flowers? Floral patterns have been popular since the 18th century, but they came to the forefront as a motif in home design during the Victorian era. Since then, they’ve evolved with the times, from dainty blooms on popular chintz patterns to...
Leather is a unique material from a fashion perspective because it has a certain versatility. It can have a rustic appearance and functionality, like in saddles, boots, and reins for cowboys, ranch hands, and equestrians. But, it can also have a beautiful and luxurious look in handbags, footwear, apparel, furniture and lighting! Leather becomes...
Saving the environment has become a top priority these days on a governmental level as well as personally. Selecting natural materials for your home décor is one way you can contribute toward that global effort while also receiving health benefits and feel-good vibes. Choosing lighting made with natural materials such as rattan, bamboo, jute,...
You may have heard the term “Coastal Grandma” and wondered whether it applied to you. Believe it or not, there’s no minimum (or maximum) age to be a “coastal grandma” —but, just what is a coastal grandma? This curious term has its roots in Hollywood films, namely popular rom-coms starring Diane Keaton or Meryl...
Browse any lighting store, online or in person, and you’ll find many different styles to choose from – midcentury modern, industrial, rustic, modern farmhouse and many more. So many more, in fact, that it’s remarkably easy to find the perfect style to bring any room together! The style you choose says a lot about...
Clear glass is classic, traditional, timeless, and expected — whether it forms panels on a lantern or protects the light source on a sconce or chandelier. Easy to manufacture affordably, clear glass on lighting fixtures is often the most popular choice for starter homes and multi-family communities. The downside: With clear glass, the light...
An open home is a comfortable home – a home that doesn’t get too warm or too chilly, that feels more connected and airier, that lets a cool breeze pass from one side to the other. But there’s more to openness than meets the eye. Your home decor also plays a role in creating...
Chocolate chip cookies, meatballs, meatloaf — all of these are better when made by hand. You might not have thought about it before, but glass can be hand-made and, depending on the “recipe,” will yield beautiful results in lighting designs. When you see the Italian term “piastra glass” in a product description on LightsOnline,...
Searching for new light fixtures for your home? It might be challenging to find exactly the style you’re looking for when you first start your search. There are so many types of light fixtures on the market today. You scour online lighting stores trying to find the right fixtures to meet your lighting goals,...
