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Outdoor Illumination: Shapely Hanging Garden Lanterns

Fabulously chic lighting idea for an elegant and sophisticated outdoor space or garden retreat.

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Outdoor Decorations: Cottage Chic Candle Décor Idea

This simple and beautiful candle lighting and decorating idea for your outdoor space is sure to receive rave reviews. Place your candle holders and/or candelabras in two large glass containers (check to make sure the glass containers are heat resistant/tested so that they won’t shatter from the heat). This is also a great way to [...]

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Red Agatha Pendent by LZF

This timeless classic has been a long time favorite. When asked to describe this illuminating beauty I offered the following statement: Striking in color and graceful in structure, the red Agatha suspension light fixture immediately captured my attention. The sculptural yet airy design reminds me of the elegant, flouncy skirt of a Jason Wu dress [...]

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Giustina Blown Glass Chandelier

Reminiscent of the vivid blue turquoise waters of the Caribbean this modern style blown glass chandelier exudes an aura of sophistication, elegance and grace.  Decor Shopping Resource:  Currey & Co.

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White Floral Wrought Iron Chandelier

Crystorama’s Cypress lighting collection’s delicate and romantic floral design belies the fact that the very feminine-style chandelier is forged of iron. I love the powerful design contradictions between the feminine and masculine design materials: a strong iron structure dressed in a dainty, pretty exterior replete with delicately sculpted rose petals.

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Gold Bangle Lighting Pendant

Corbett Lighting’s ‘Bangle’ lighting pendent is a perfect illustration of the modern classic style infused with jewelry themed elements drawn from the fashion world. Love its simplicity, elegance and timeless beauty.

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A Father’s Illuminating Gift: Stained Glass Lamp

What Inspires Me: “This stained glass lamp is a brand new addition to my office.  My father made it for his own home, where I’ve admired it for more than a decade, and sent it to me last week as part of his down-sizing.  I love its hand-crafted beauty and sentimental connection — I’ll think [...]

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Latorre Cruz Lighting

Ethereal lighting by Latorre Cruz. (TENT London, London Design Festival, September 2011)

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Curiousa & Curiousa: Lovely Vintage Style Glass Lighting

Curiousa & Curiousa create the loveliest glass confections reflecting an updated vintage look. Each unique glass blown lighting piece would be at home in decor styles ranging from contemporary to traditional. (TENT London, London Design Festival, September 2011)

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Lighting: 5 Best Design Finds-International Contemporary Furniture Fair 2012

1. Lindsey Adelman Studio 2. Nervous 3. Jamie Harris Studio LLC  4. Caleb Siemon 5. GrayPants Decor Shopping Resources: GrayPants, Lindsey Adelman Studio, Caleb Siemon, Jamie Harris Studio, and Nervous.

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1940s Baroque Style Silver Gilded Crystal Chandelier Wall Sconces

  Divine Jewelry for Your Walls: 1940s’ Baroque cut crystal and silver-gilded wrought iron chandelier wall sconces available via Todd Merrill Antiques.

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Intertwined Black Lacquer Wall Sconce

This Christopher Guy designed wall sconce seduces the senses with its playful combination of the straight-laced and quite restrainted rectangular lamp shade and the sensual and deliberate intertwined legs of the sconce base.  More Information: Christopher Guy

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Larry Lazin: The Dynamic Force Behind Global Lighting

While in Paris, this past January, covering the 2012 Maison et Objet show I had the pleasure of meeting Larry Lazin, the CEO of Global Lighting.  Amidst the high energy and excitement of the show, Larry and I sat down to discuss design, lighting, arts, crafts, and his innovative, forward-thinking approach to business. Long before [...]

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Layla Grayce Living Room: Style Maker Look Book

  Design and Shopping Resources for Layla Grayce Living Room Look Book Oly Studio Kirin Sofa – Layla Grayce       Oly Studio Yves Cocktail Table – Layla Grayce Arteriors Bexley Aqua Glass Lamp – Layla Grayce   Geometric Side Table – Layla Grayce Mariposa White Decorative Canisters – Z Gallerie   Beach Giclee [...]

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HausScape Lighting Breathtakingly Beautiful

Candles and Spirit Chandelier Broom Lights Flower Power black chandelier designed by Brand Van Egmond exclusive at HausScape. Icy Lady chandelier Images copyright of respective companies. Home Decor Buyer Resource: HausScape

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Rustic Glamour Urban Lodge Living Room Look Book

  Rustic Glamour Decor for Urban Lodge Living Room (home decor and furniture details)

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Exotic Fantasies Bedroom Design Look Book

  Exotic Fantasies Bedroom  (view furniture and decor details).

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Urban Rustic Living Room Decor Look Book

Living Room Decor: Urban Rustic Chic (view furniture and decor details). Images copyright of respective owners.

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Maybelline Te of Snug Furniture & Frou La La Blog

Spotlight on Design interviews the energetic, vibrant, fascinating and multi-talented furniture designer, Creative Director of Snug Furniture and author of the popular lifestyle blog “Frou La La”, Maybelline Te. Tell us a little about yourself,  the “Snug Furniture” business venture and your lifestyle blog, “Frou La La”. Interior Design was my primary career choice. But [...]

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Olga Adler Interiors’ Style Maker Look Book

About Olga Adler of Olga Adler Interiors Olga Adler, the principal of Olga Adler Interiors, is an interior designer, stylist and writer.  Olga’s refreshing approach to classic design has garnered her wide-spread recognition for her use of simple forms, unique accessories, and her love of color. Her designs are inspired by her extensive travels throughout [...]

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Outdoor Lighting Makes A Statement

Cube  Lamps designed by Jose A. Gandia.  Soft, beautiful lighting for sophisticated outdoor rooms. SOLIG by IKEA proves that eco is lovely. These solar operated outdoor hanging lights run on eco friendly solar cells. Pod Lens System by Ross Lovegrove add style and drama to any backyard event. Eco chic  pendant outdoor lighting (Atmosphere)  from [...]

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Decorating with Lighting and Lamps

Lighting is often overlooked in most home remodeling and decorating projects. Typically it’s not even considered (thoughtfully) until the homeowner has completed the project and comes to the realization that the lighting is inadequate or worse – the current lighting casts unattractive shadows on beautiful artwork, furniture or even the entire room creating an unpleasant [...]

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Blue Crystal Rock Chandelier

{ Inspired by Art } Spectacular crystal chandelier installation at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington DC.

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Rustic Glamour Decor for Urban Lodge Living Room

{ DESIGN LOOK BOOK} Rustic Glamour Urban Lodge Living Room Look Book { DECOR & ACCESSORIES} Impala Accent Sculpture – Clayton Oxford  { SEATING} Black Jack Sofa – Cantoni { TABLES } Tahoe Large Coffee Table – William Sheppee USA Ltd. { RUGS} Chapparral Ostrich Rug – Capel Rugs { LIGHTING } Leaf Chandelier – [...]

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Exotic Fantasies Bedroom Decor

{ DESIGN LOOK BOOK} Exotic Fantasies Bedroom Look Book   { SEATING} Harp Daybed in French Fuchsia – Haute House   { TABLES } Laredo Stand- Woodbridge Furniture   { LIGHTING } 3 Light Crystal Pendant Model 8394 – Trans Global Lighting   { BEDDING} Promenade bedding collection- Signoria Linens { DECOR & ACCESSORIES} Silver [...]

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12 Days of Design: Christmas Gift Guide {Day 10}

DESIGN FOR THE BEDROOM  Luxury bedding “Murano” collection – Signoria Firenza DESIGN FOR THE STYLISH HOME OFFICE                       Butterfly Mirrored Desk from The Platts Collections DESIGN FOR THE WALLS   “Say it Again” painting by Heiner Meyer. DESIGN FOR THE TABLE   Barbara Barry “Curtain Call” design for Wedgewood dinnerware and tabletop. DESIGN FOR THE [...]

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Green Christmas Gift Guide 2009

ECO BEDDING Anna Sova organic bedding and linens. Sova is one of our favorite eco-designers and we love showcasing her beautiful, environmentally friendly, and luxurious linens and bedding. ECO DECOR                       Organic decorative Hemp linen pillow with down and feather filled insert  (Wonderland collection) beautifully hand screen printed using only eco-friendly inks. Design and [...]

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12 Days of Design: Christmas Gift Guide {Day 8}

DESIGN FOR THE BEDROOM Iron Day Bed – Wesley Allen DESIGN FOR THE STYLISH HOME OFFICE                     Villa Splendido Console from Ferguson Copeland. DESIGN FOR THE WALLS Metallic Buddha Plaque- Abbott Collections DESIGN FOR THE TABLE     Murval Diameter Silver Henna Hand plates. DESIGN FOR THE LIVING ROOM    Baccarat Crystal Supper Table/Console by Philippe Starck [...]

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12 Days of Design: Christmas Gift Guide {Day 6}

DESIGN FOR THE BEDROOM     “Marianna Poppy” luxury bedding  – Ann Gish DESIGN FOR THE STYLISH HOME OFFICE   Laslo French Deco Chair from Ferguson Copeland. DESIGN FOR THE WALLS     Giselle red coral (faux) mirror from Made Goods. DESIGN FOR THE TABLE   Red, white & gold holiday dinnerware and linen collection from Kim Seybert. [...]

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12 Days of Design: Christmas Gift Guide {Day 5}

DESIGN FOR THE BEDROOM Anne de Solene Hydrangea (Mondaine/Prestance) Duvet cover, sheets and pillow shams. DESIGN FOR THE STYLISH HOME OFFICE         Glass Genie Bottle Lamp-Tracy Glover Studio DESIGN FOR THE WALLS   Lady in White Oil Painting by Impressionist Artist J. Beaudet DESIGN FOR THE TABLE    Unique, modern interpretation of the classics:dinnerware & [...]