LIGHTING • FURNISHINGS • STYLE
Lighting can be your best friend when it comes to decorating a small space. Whether it is natural or artificial light, it can make a room feel larger, more spacious, and more open. Keep heavy drapery to a minimum and avoid placing furniture or plants in front of windows. Flooding a room with natural light, [...]
Florals are a a lovely way to bring spring into our interior decor and though they sometimes are pegged as dated or fussy, there are many ways to bring florals into our home in a modern way. Lamps with details of flowers and spring leaves are a little bit quirky, a little bit cottage chic, [...]
Starting Wednesday, March 24th, the Paulette Lamp, a beautiful table lamp in aqua cased glass, will travel around Charlottesville to seven locations while on its way to finding its permanent owner. Each week, the lamp will switch to a new location, finally ending at the home of the winner. Be sure to check back each [...]
We can look at different lighting trends and highlight tips for a variety of spaces in your house, but there are some things in lighting that apply to almost every room in the home. 1. Layer your lights. Don’t stop at one ceiling light. To create comfortable and inviting light, use a combination of table, [...]
Though we don’t always think of task lighting when planning out the stylish aspects of our home, it can be one of the most important lighting sources that we select. Without proper task lighting, our eyes, productivity, and happiness with working can be compromised. For lighting that important, shouldn’t we select something that is not [...]
Sconces are a great light option for a wide variety of places, most often seen in bathrooms, hallways, foyers, and as display accents, however they can also work in the dining room, outdoors, or as bedside lighting. Small spaces, such as powder rooms, where there is very little room are an ideal place to use [...]
One of the biggest color trends for spring is a deep, eye catching blue. A mix of royal blue, sapphire, and azure, this shade will make your home instantly updated in even the smallest doses. Pair it with white for a crisp, youthful look that is traditional at the same time. Try lampshades, vases, and [...]
