Choosing the right lamp for your Living Room

How to choose the right lamp for your

Living Room

Think of living-room lamps as one part light and one part sculpture. They should be lovely to look at whether on or off. Just make sure they don't block the view or get in the way of conversation.


Height: Most living rooms can handle a lamp that's 26 to 34 inches tall. "But you don't want to be looking up into the hardware," says Jamie Young, a Los Angeles lighting designer. To see if your lamp is right for a given table, sit on the sofa or the chair next to it, she says. "The bottom of the shade shouldn't fall higher than eye level."

Base: Even a skinny, candlestick-style base should be substantially weighted so those who talk with their hands don't rock the lamp if they bump it accidentally.

Positioning: Rooms should have a light source every 10 feet or so. If a lamp is on a table between a sofa and a chair, "consider a thin or transparent base," says Steven Sclaroff, an interior designer in New York, "so sight lines―and conversation―flow freely."

Shade: A fabric or semiopaque paper shade gives a warm, flattering glow. Near a TV, an opaque shade of any material can minimize glare. In general, drum shades look more modern; conical ones, more traditional. A shade should never extend past a table's perimeter.

Bulb: If you intend to use your lamp for reading, make sure the bulb is at least 60 watts; a three-way bulb or a dimmer will modulate the brightness.

Style: A living room is a great place for a lamp made from a favorite object, such as a vase. Most lighting-repair stores can help with the wiring.

Source: http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/more-rooms/choosing-right-table-lamp-every-room-10000001610941/index.html

 

Come check out the great selection of table, desk, and floor lamps we have in stock! All the lamps you see pictured above are in stock and ready to go!

The Holidays are on their way!!!

 

The Highpoint Furniture and Home Accessories Market couldn't come at a better time! We visit it in October which means all of our orders start coming in just in time for the Holidays! Home accessories make such great gifts! We have some really beautiful things this year so be sure to think of us when you're doing your holiday shopping! We have everything from candles and picture frames to unique wall art and decorative vases and jars! We will be open Christmas Eve so if you need that last minute gift we're here for you!

Set of 3
Flower Wall Decor

Goosecreek Candles 

available in Jar & Pillar

 Metal Wall Hangings

Small Accent Lamps

   

 Decorative Canisters

Frames

Clocks of all sizes!

Back To Our Roots: Thomas Edison Inspired Lighting





A home decorating show I saw recently reminded me of these really neat lights that Hudson Valley Lighting offers. The interior designer on the show was transforming a man's apartment with a very masculine, old world style of decor. Think dark chocolate leather furniture, vintage world map-like artwork, and  a vintage trunk as a coffee table! The wall sconces she chose were what really peaked my interest! She found them at an estate sale which genuinely made them old and perfect for the apartment! After an accident left the glass shades broken, she decided to use nostalgic edison style bulbs in the sconces instead of replacing the glass. The sconces looked incredible and added so much style and character to the  overall look of the room! The Heirloom collection by Hudson Valley uses these very same bulbs to give them their vintage style. Although this collection has a very specific style its applications are endless! Come by the store today to see this collection as well as many others offered by Hudson Valley Lighting.

New Arrivals from Quorum Lighting

While inputting the June Market orders a few months back I really got excited about this family of lights from Quorum! Damask print has been a really hot trend these last few years and I think Quorum has done an incredible job incorporating it into their French Damask family of lights. We just received these lights in recently and you can now find them hanging in our showroom! Stop and check them out! They are even nicer in person! :)

French Damask Vintage Pewter Pendant

24"(w) x 24"(h)

(4) 60W Medium  bulb

 

 

French Damask Vintage Pewter Pendant

(1) 100W Medium bulb

French Damask Vintage Pewter Wall Sconce

8"(w) x 15"(h) x 5.75"(ext)

(1) 60W Candelabra

New Product: Crystorama Lighting

We just got this incredible fixture from the June market put up in the showroom  last week and it sold the SAME DAY! I guess everyone agrees that it is a great piece. No worries if you love it too, we will be getting another one in very soon! It came to us from Crystorama Lighting. They are a company that has been with us for a while now. Every market we seem to only pick up a few pieces but they are always REALLY great!! Crystorama was initially founded as a primary importer of crystal chandeliers from Northern Czechoslovakia  and  offered the finest selection of classical crystal designs. They use the beautiful swarovski crystal in their fixtures which give them an amazing sparkle! Another great thing about Crystorama lighting is their selection of lighting for children, mostly little girls. They have everything from pink rose chandeliers to crystal flower bath lights to pink ceiling medallions. All the pieces are incredibly classy and would make any girls dream room a reality! Below are a few new fixtures we picked up in June that I thought you might enjoy!

Fashion Forward Collection

Dorian Webb Wrought Iron Chandelier accented with earth tone lenses

$1347.75

Crystorama’s very popular Hampton Collection

This chandelier offers fashion forward designs with soft crystal accents. The Gold Silk Shimmer shade along with the Antique Brass finish allows this collection to fit any transitional to contemporary room.

$562.50

This English Bronze Sconce is a part of the Traditional Classic Collection.

It is dressed with Golden Teak Majestic Wood Polished Crystal and is a warmer alternative to the traditional clear crystal!

$312.75

           Envogue Chandelier

This chandelier turns a classic crystal piece into something bold and contemporary. With its all glass construction and opaque crystals this chandelier is sure to get noticed!

$447.75

Patsy's Lighting Picks

We have such a great sales team here at Lightstyle of Orlando! We have had the same group of people working together now for about 4 years! Most of our salepeople have been here for over 6 years and there are even a handful who have been here 20+!! Because there is so much knowledge and expertise between them I figured I would share with you some of their lighting and furniture recommendations. Be sure to subscribe to the blog to get the next set of staff picks sent directly to your email!

Name: Patsy

Position: Custom Builder Sales

Years with Lightstyle of Orlando: 31 Years

"This piece is not just contemporary, it fits into many different environments"

Cost: $663.75

"This is a fun fixture for lots of rooms! It would work in a little girls room that would grow with her!"

Cost: $162.87

" It's just the right fixture for a Master Bedroom. It adds romance!"

Cost: $618.75

"This is a great piece for an island! It fills the space with a lantern but even better. This fixture gives you a lot more for the price!

Cost: $1484.59

"Contemporary yet elegant piece to update your traditional space."

Cost: $3600.00

Come in and see Patsy today about these lighting fixtures as well as the many others we have here at the store! Our salespeople are always available to help you. Whether its a technical question about a rail lighting system or if you just want to know what would look good in your space we are always here to assist you!

What's Your Lighting Style?

Picking out lighting for you home can be a more difficult task than you think! There are so many different kinds of lighting that it helps if you start by understanding your style. Are you traditional and enjoy warm colors and antique furniture? Do you feel inspired by nature and like decorating with a cool color palette of greens and blues? Are clean lines and simplicity in your surroundings important to you? For each of these types there is a corresponding lighting style.
Traditional:

Traditional lighting is very non-jarring and predictable. Most fixtures are made of darker metals with understated details. Like the traditional rooms that they are placed in, they are very comfortable and add to the overall homey feel. Often traditional lights are reproductions. Neutral and plainly decorated shades are often used in traditional lighting.

Contemporary:

You could say that contemporary lighting is the complete opposite of Traditional. Bright chrome finishes replace the traditional black and bronze. Bright colors accent most pieces and there is nothing understated about it! Contemporary lights are eye catching and are often the center piece of a contemporary space. Clean lines and simplicity are characteristic of most contemporary spaces and the lights often reflect the same!

Transitional:

The term transitional is fairly new in the lighting world. It is used to define a place somewhere between traditional and contemporary lighting. If you say to yourself, "I love the clean lines of contemporary but the chrome is just too much for me!" or "If they just removed the crystals and ivory shades from that chandelier it would be perfect!” than transitional just may be your style. Also referred to as "Bronze Contemporary," transitional lighting is often very clean and simple but of a darker finish. Transitional lighting also tends to stay away from the colorful accents that many contemporary fixtures boast but still preserves its clean simplicity.

Mission/Arts and Crafts:

Many companies who manufacture their products here in the US exemplify this style! Most are handmade/forged using natural elements such as iron and wood. Mission style lights usually showcase patina and worn finishes giving them a very rustic and heirloom look. Mica and art glass are often used in this style of fixture. Their design also showcases a pronounced geometry.


French Country:

This is a popular decorating style especially in the south. Wood furniture and floral accents are used as well as rustic materials such as stone and brick. Basic fabrics of plaids, checks, and stripes are often used in shades for lamps and chandeliers. French country lighting often uses white or ivory finishes and may even be decorated with roosters, flowers, or fruit.

Hopefully this has helped you to at least begin thinking about your lighting style! Decorating your home or office can sometimes be challenging on your own. Don't be afraid to come in to our store and get the help from one of our great salespeople! They're here to help you navigate all of the many different styles of lighting to find one that you truly love!

Made in America

Today is Memorial Day and I am feeling very patriotic! I thought it was only fitting that I highlight a few lighting companies who manufacture right here in the U.S.

"Since the late 1980's, Arroyo Craftsman has provided the finest in Arts & Crafts inspired lighting; honoring this tradition of elegant simplicity and quality craftsmanship." They hand-craft each piece individually out of raw brass. Their naturally oxidized finishes sometimes take days to cure! Their lights can be found in many historical landmarks such as The Grove Inn and many of Frank Lloyd Wrights homes. What is really great about American handmade lights are that they are almost always fully customizable! From glass to finishes to even the size of your fixture you can choose it all.

Framburg is another lighting company that makes its products right here in the States. In 1905 Framburg was founded by Henry Alfred Framburg in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout its history Framburg has been a great support in many of our Wars. During World War I Framburg made searchlights for the Armed Services and during World War II Framburg manufactured ship recognition models to train our forces to be able to recognize Allied versus Axis ships. Framburg has a reputation for high quality, commercial grade lighting fixtures that are also very beautiful!

Fine Art Lamps is a company who produces just that, Fine Art! When the company first began, the finest designers, sculptors, artisans, and decorative artists were assembled to make up it's creative team. The company developed an artistic standard that has come to symbolize the Fine Art Lamps name today.

 They made a "pledge to manufacture in the United States of America, based on the belief that this insures design integrity, quality control, reliable delivery, and personal service." As with the other American companies I mentioned, all of their fixtures are handmade which allow them to be customizable!

Last but not least is Hubbardton Forge!! This is a really neat company we brought in fairly recently. They are based out of Vermont and just like there name states each piece is hand-forged. When we first brought in Hubbardton we learned all about their manufacturing process and how their company works. Their passion for what they do is evident in not only their products but in their employess as well!!  They are the oldest and largest commercial forge in the country with a team of over 200 people creating functional works of art from raw metal.

Feeling the Love!

We received a really nice Thank You from one of our great design teams we work with here at Lightstyle that I wanted to share with you!

Dear Gang
We just wanted to take a minute to let you ALL know how much we appreciate you. Design is not ALL about the designers. It's about everyone that helps the designers achieve the best of what they do. You are an invaluable part of our team. The support you give us at C and L Studio, Inc. is truly appreciated!
Thanks again for everything!
Best, Jose and Cynthia

You can check out C and L Studios and some of the projects we've worked on with them at:

http://www.clstudioinc.com/

Art Glass Lighting

From handblown to recycled our showroom is FULL of beautiful glass fixtures!! I was taking a few photos of our store the other day and snapped these shots below.

This purple chandelier from Cyan Design is covered with blown glass orbs and crystals.

The Fascination Collection from Varaluz uses recycled steel and glass to make it's fixtures!

The Oggetti Luce Bolle 60 Suspension is handmade in Murano, Italy, by

glass artist L. Ferro. Bolle.

(P.S. I'm in love with this fixture :)

Come by the store and see all the other beautiful Art Glass we have today! From pendants to chandeliers to sconces, we're sure to have something you love!