Issue No. 68, August 2016

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Your home is an expression of who you are and is meant to be a haven for family and friends. To create your special place, consider the four most popular 2016 lighting trends:

• Unexpected shapes. New and unusual designs turn standard fixtures into statement pieces.
• Industrial style. Equal parts vintage and modern come together with charming character.
• Modern glamour. Today's toned-down crystal fixtures work equally well in classic and contemporay spaces.
• Smart controls. High-tech apps and hands-free switches are changing the way our homes look and function.

To learn more about popular lighting styles, view a new video from ALA and Better Homes & Gardens.

Progress Lighting

While each of the top lighting trends is covered in a new video from the American Lighting Association (ALA) and Better Homes & Gardens (BH&G), here's a closer look at unexpected shapes.

Technology has made it easier for designers to create pendants, sconces and chandeliers that push horizontal and vertical boundaries. Slim, flat fixtures evoke a contemporary attitude and showcase the versatility of LED technology. Geometric designs feature circles, squares, rectangles and hexagons with exposed bulbs that highlight each fixture's graphic shape. And sputnik-style chandeliers embrace the eclecticism of mid-century, modern style.

See popular home lighting styles and products in design videos from ALA.

Feiss

Lighting magazine features illuminating ideas for every room in your home. Produced by the ALA and BH&G, the magazine is a great source of design inspiration, with many photos and lighting tips.

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