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Make the most of your outdoor living area

It can be difficult to get outside during the winter months, especially during the work week when it's often already dark by the time you get home.

Dining room Revolution: Are formal dining rooms back?

With the popularity of today's open floor plans, oversized islands, and eat-in kitchens, the dining room has become somewhat of an afterthought - just a space tucked between the kitchen and the living room.

Key Measurements You Need to Know When Shopping for Lighting

Create a Cozy Home with Hygge

Want to make your home as cozy, calm and relaxing as possible?  Try hygge (pronounced: hue-gah), a Danish lifestyle trend that has captured the imagination of the interior design profession.

Quick Lighting Makeovers to Fit Every Lifestyle and Budget

Whether you're looking for a five-minute fix, or you've got a little more time and money to dedicate to an update, you can make an impact on your home through a lighting makeover.

Hit Reset with a Kitchen Lighting Update

Ready for a redo? Many homeowners resolve to kick start a new year by making improvements to themselves as well as their home.

Using Lighting to Let Your Personal Style Shine

Your bedroom is the perfect place to let your personal style shine, and the right lighting can provide the perfect finishing touch to your space.

Get the Right Light in Your Dining Room

Today’s dining rooms reflect consumers’ changing lifestyles. Once solely for daily dining, this room has become more multipurpose.

 

Who Says Bathrooms Can't be Luxurious?

At the end of the day, there’s nothing better than retreating to a luxurious, spa-inspired bathroom.

Tips for Working with Your ALA-member Showroom

Whether you're tackling a home remodel, a new build, or simply looking to update your dining room chandelier, the best place to start is always with a trained ALA-member lighting showroom professional.

Selecting the Right Chandelier

A longtime lighting staple of dining rooms and foyers, chandeliers are gaining popularity in unexpected places. This classic lighting piece can be found in kitchens, bedrooms, walk-in closets and even bathroom

Five Common Lighting Mistakes to Avoid

While there are plenty of ways you can bring new life to your home through lighting design, there are also some common mistakes to avoid.