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Lighting Designer

Information for and about residential lighting designers.

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There's plenty to see — and even more to eat — in Vancouver. (Photo: tdlucas5000 via Flickr)

4 Vancouver Restaurants You Need to Try at the ALA Conference

The 2017 American Lighting Association Conference is less than two weeks away, and as attendees already know, Monday (September 12) is a free night. That means it'll be time to hit the town and…
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These prints from Natural Curiosities caught Bowling's eye.

Video: #NicolesIdeaBoard: Las Vegas Summer Market

At every market, the Lighting & Decor editors love to pick out their favorite products and build their own Idea Boards. While at the summer Las Vegas Market, Editor-in-Chief Nicole Bowling found…
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What's trending in your state? (Photo: Joybird)

Top 3 Design Trends in Every State

The latest research on top design trends from Joybird surprised a lot of designers this week. The online furniture retailer's newest findings break down the top three most searched design trends by…
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When working out the lighting design for a room, take a moment to look upward. There is a vast canvas available that could benefit from your inspiration.

Ceilings: The Fifth Wall Offers Great Possibilities

TIP 1: Flaunt what ya got Ceilings are often the forgotten component when it comes to lighting. Architects create some wonderfully inspired elements below the roofline. There are vaulted ceilings,…
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Learn more about your website visitors with Facebook Pixel. (Photo: Hamza Butt via Sole Treadmill)

Facebook Ads Manager: How to Set Up a Facebook Pixel

With 1.94 billion monthly active users, Facebook continues to be the dominate social media platform. No matter your target demographic, you can find them posting, sharing and commenting on Facebook,…
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Legrand's adorne collection will now be able to talk to Google Home and Amazon Alexa.

Legrand's Smart Move and What It Means for Smart Lighting

An estimated 10 million Amazon Alexa-powered devices have been sold, according to a recent report from the Consumer Intelligence Research Partners. This past July, the company sold three times as…
Whether your entry is small and personal or one of a more grand scale, it sets the tone for the rest  of the house. The tall lamp with  the clear glass base gives a sculptural element to this more intimate entry, while a cascading chandelier can help to visually connect the first and second  floors of a spacious entry.
Whether your entry is small and personal or one of a more grand scale, it sets the tone for the rest of the house. The tall lamp with the clear glass base gives a sculptural element to this more intimate entry, while a cascading chandelier can help to visually connect the first and second floors of a spacious entry.

How Can Lighting Make a Difference in an Entryway?

TIP 1: Create a sense of welcome When people walk in your front door you want to give them a good first impression. You want them to feel invited in. People are naturally drawn to light, so it’s…
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A hotel installation by Rose Ink Workshop (Rose's firm) using Stone & Rose's quartz LED light fixtures.

New Talent: Product Designers Stone & Rose

Joanne Stone and Liubasha Rose, the designers behind Stone & Rose, transform crystal quartz into lighting and home objects that meld beauty and function. Stone, a jewelry designer, and Rose, who…
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Ready write an ad? These tips will help. (Photo: Hamza Butt via Sole Treadmill)

Facebook Ads Manager: How to Write Killer Ad Copy

With 1.94 billion monthly active users, Facebook continues to be the dominate social media platform. No matter your target demographic, you can find them posting, sharing and commenting on Facebook,…
Take some time for yourself while you're in Dallas. (Photo: Karl Cossio)
Take some time for yourself while you're in Dallas. (Photo: Karl Cossio)

Top 4 Places to Relax During Market in Dallas

On the first day of market, you feel your best. You have pep. You feel rested, and you're wearing your favorite shirt or dress. By the end of the day though, after all that walking, you feel sapped…
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