Alise O'Brien Photography
Inspiration for a transitional eat-in kitchen remodel in St Louis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Wet Bar before pic
Seated home bar - large industrial single-wall concrete floor and gray floor seated home bar idea in Omaha with open cabinets and brick backsplash

Andrea Patassy
Beach style l-shaped light wood floor kitchen photo in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, an island and paneled appliances

Gray textured faux wood melamine.
Mid-sized trendy single-wall light wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in New York with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a drop-in sink, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, paneled appliances and an island

Game room - mid-sized contemporary enclosed porcelain tile and gray floor game room idea in Other with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv

Inspiration for a coastal freestanding desk medium tone wood floor study room remodel in Miami with beige walls

Kevin Keim
Minimalist home design photo in Austin

Example of a trendy galley dark wood floor kitchen design in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Globe Electric's 6.5W (60W equivalent) Vintage LED Bulb is a perfect way to add style and pizzazz to your home. The exposed tungsten filament is used to reproduce the single hairpin loop of a vintage Edison design and is ideal for architectural restoration projects, conceptual space or to bring a vintage touch to any room. Since the squirrel cage filament emits a soft warm glow and is dimmable, these bulbs work great as an accent or mood light. Pair it with a clear shade or exposed socket fixture to enjoy its ambient amber glow. This Edison inspired bulb is a Steampunk favorite creating a beautiful work of art out of any fixture and giving your room a vintage film noir aesthetic. Recommended for exposed socket or clear shade fixtures. The medium E26 base and ST19 shape works with most standard light fixtures and lamps in your home.

An expansive kitchen remodel helped this first floor become more open and functional for day-to-day family life as well as larger entertaining events. Photo by: Bob Fortner Photography

Photography by Ann Hiner
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor open concept kitchen remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, black backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

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Dining room - mid-sized transitional dark wood floor dining room idea in Charlotte with gray walls and no fireplace

Complete renovation of a 19th century brownstone in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood. Modern interiors that preserve many original details. Kate Glicksberg Photography

Inspiration for a small transitional white tile and subway tile mosaic tile floor and black floor alcove shower remodel in Orange County with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, an undermount sink, solid surface countertops and a hinged shower door

Globe Electric's Incandescent vintage designer 60W Vintage Edison S60 Squirrel Cage Incandescent Filament Light Bulb with E26 base. In the early days of electrical lighting, inventors such as Thomas Edison tested and retested as they searched for long-burning filaments. In 1890, the filament choice was carbonized cotton. Globe Electric’s bulbs have a tungsten filament, which is used to reproduce the single hairpin loop of a vintage design. Position it within a clear shade or exposed socket to enjoy its shape and ambient glow. This Edison inspired bulb is a Steampunk favorite with its glowing cage-shaped filament surrounding a central glass support. Crafted to preserve the look of early 20th-century lighting. Please note, these bulbs are not as bright as modern bulbs of the same wattage and are recommended for exposed socket fixtures. Glass has a goldish amber tint which can vary in degree from light to medium. These bulbs can be dimmed and have a lifespan of 3000 hours. Pack of 3 bulbs.

Eat-in kitchen - large cottage u-shaped dark wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in Boston with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, shaker cabinets, brown backsplash and matchstick tile backsplash

Jason Sandy www.AngleEyePhotography.com
Inspiration for a cottage dark wood floor and brown floor enclosed dining room remodel in Philadelphia with white walls

White and gray faux wood textured melamine. White quartz countertops on perimeter with gray quartz with waterfall sides on the island.
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized contemporary single-wall light wood floor eat-in kitchen idea in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, paneled appliances, an island, beige backsplash and glass tile backsplash

Many homeowners have their own ideas about how light or dark their home interiors should be. Some folks love nothing more than sunny, light-filled rooms. Other people adore their comforting, softly-lit spaces. While light levels can be a matter of personal preference, lighting can also be a powerful tool for shaping the mood, emotional tone and usage of every room. In fact, lighting is just as important as furnishings. Lighting Tips 1. Stay Warm Cool light looks brighter to the eye and can seem more like daylight. It can also make your home feel like a hospital or grocery store, which is not what we’re going for. Warm light is softer and creates a more relaxed mood. That’s what you want in your home. 2. Yes, You Can We’re big fans of can lighting. These in-ceiling lights draw zero attention to themselves while creating a foundation for excellent interior lighting. We add lamps for emphasis and mood in particular areas and put everything on a dimmer switch (see #3). This formula gives you maximum flexibility. 3. The Great Dimmer What did people do before the dimmer switch was invented? We suspect they shielded their eyes or huddled together in the dark because there was nothing inbetween. We use dimmer switches everywhere except the bathroom. Controlling the level of every light in your home allows you to create the right mood for the moment every time. 4. Beam Me Up We’re head over heels in love with this stunning raw wood beam wrapped with light bulbs on cords. Flip one dimmer switch and all the lights go on, at the exact intensity level you choose. The can lights in the ceiling gently illuminate the room, so this fabulous fixture can serve its true purpose—which is to create an irresistibly inviting space and a found-object, vintage vibe. 5. Open Bulb Policy Many of our light fixtures feature exposed bulbs. Once upon a time, light bulbs might have been ugly, but clear Edison bulbs, showing the filaments within, are themselves works of art. In a chandelier with an open, orb structure, candelabra bulbs are reminiscent of candle flames. A small lamp with a square metal base and a single bulb takes the open concept one step further. 6. Double Up Above a long dining table or bar, consider using multiple light fixtures. Especially with hanging light fixtures, we tend to think of putting just one in the middle. But lighting only the center of a long table would leave some of your dinner guests in the dark while others take the spotlight. 7. Reflections Reflections off mirrors, glass and tile bring a secondary light source into play and add a soft, beautiful touch. Candles create particularly compelling reflections. 8. Looking Up In high, open spaces, a light fixture can help balance the space, bringing the eye downward and helping make the area less cavernous and more inviting. 9. Looking Out Lighting is also a safety issue. Make sure you can turn on the stair lights at the top and the bottom of the stairs. Incorporate the flexibility to light up the room you’re entering before you get there, so you aren’t stumbling around in the dark, trying to find the switch. 10. How Low Can You Go?
While low light may be flattering, people tend to err on the side of too little light, rather than too much. Turn up that dimmer a notch more than you would normally and you may like what you see. Having sufficient light is particularly important in areas such as basements, where there may be little to no natural light.