Using Lighting to Improve Sleep and Health Using Lighting to Improve Sleep and Health Raelle Bell Monday, March 6, 2023 0 3420 All living things depend on light to survive, but did you know that the light you are exposed to throughout the day (and night) can affect your health? Read more
Enjoy Your Best Home Enjoy Your Best Home Bring out the best in your home with the right light to accessorize your style Raelle Bell Monday, October 26, 2020 0 8007 These days people are spending more time enjoying their homes, inside and out. Put your home in the best light and pull everything together with these simple tips: Read more
Style Spotlight: Modern Mountain Style Spotlight: Modern Mountain Raelle Bell Friday, January 17, 2020 0 9404 Mountain home design style may conjure up thoughts of moose heads, bearskin rugs, and rustic cabin décor, but that look has had its day. Read more
Dining room Revolution: Are formal dining rooms back? Dining room Revolution: Are formal dining rooms back? Raelle Bell Thursday, November 14, 2019 0 8057 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. Read more
Advantages of Using LEDs Advantages of Using LEDs Do they really last ten years? Raelle Bell Thursday, March 21, 2019 0 3303 Although LED technology is commonplace today, confusion still arises for the home user when it comes choosing LEDs over traditional light bulbs. Read more
Kitchen Lighting Tips to Achieve Function and Style Kitchen Lighting Tips to Achieve Function and Style Raelle Bell Friday, February 1, 2019 0 12255 Today’s kitchens are more than just a place to prepare food, they are gathering spaces for family and friends, serving different purposes throughout the day. Read more
How the Right Light Bulb Can Save You Money How the Right Light Bulb Can Save You Money Raelle Bell Thursday, November 15, 2018 0 5064 With the rise in popularity of LED light bulbs, you’ve likely heard talk of energy savings and lighting. Read more
Create a Cozy Home with Hygge Create a Cozy Home with Hygge Raelle Bell Tuesday, November 13, 2018 0 4329 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. Read more
Follow the Trend: New Ways to Light the Bathroom Follow the Trend: New Ways to Light the Bathroom Raelle Bell Tuesday, November 6, 2018 0 6360 While functionality is still key, stylish and unique bathroom lighting designs are becoming increasingly popular. Read more
Hinkley Lighting - Outdoor Lighting Fixture Trends Raelle Bell Thursday, August 30, 2018 0 282 Read more
Adding Function with Lighting Adding Function with Lighting Raelle Bell Friday, March 2, 2018 0 3494 When it comes to lighting design, spaces not typically seen by guests sometimes do not get the attention they deserve. Read more
Consider Tasks and Style When Selecting Bathroom Lighting Consider Tasks and Style When Selecting Bathroom Lighting Raelle Bell Friday, January 5, 2018 0 5688 Often overlooked, bathroom lighting is more than simply a functional light source. Read more
Tips for Working with Your ALA-member Showroom Tips for Working with Your ALA-member Showroom ALA Host Wednesday, April 19, 2017 0 3327 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. Read more
Lighting with Layers Lighting with Layers ALA Host Friday, March 3, 2017 0 3268 When developing a lighting plan for any room in your home, it is important to consider the three basic types of light - ambient, task and accent. The best lighting plans combine all three types to light an area according to function and style. Read more
Tips for Picking a Light Bulb Tips for Picking a Light Bulb ALA Host Wednesday, February 22, 2017 0 4951 With the options available today, choosing a light bulb has become slightly more complicated for the average homeowner. If you find yourself wondering what bulb you need, here are a few tips to consider. Read more
Rethinking Your Bathroom Lighting Design Rethinking Your Bathroom Lighting Design ALA Host Wednesday, February 15, 2017 0 3620 Your bathroom is where you typically start and finish your day, so creating an inviting space can set the tone for a great day and a restful night's sleep. Unfortunately, many homeowners are left uninspired by their bathroom lighting design. Read more
Selecting the Right Chandelier Selecting the Right Chandelier ALA Host Wednesday, January 4, 2017 0 5084 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 Read more
Hallways, Entrances and Foyers: Lighting Your Homes Trickiest Spaces Hallways, Entrances and Foyers: Lighting Your Homes Trickiest Spaces ALA Host Thursday, September 8, 2016 0 3307 Entrances, hallways and foyers all have a major commonality: These spaces are typically the focal point to the entrance of your home. Guests are greeted in these areas and you use the spaces as a means to get to other rooms throughout your home. Read more