Monthly Archives: January 2010

Taking A New Angle On Western Pendant Lighting

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The rugged pioneering spirit of the late 1800’s is recaptured in the detailed charm of the Warrior Pendant.  Combining classic western elements from the Railroad Era and the Industrial movement, the Warrior Pendant personifies the simplistic elegance of this romanticized … Continue reading

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An Unmistakable Factory Chandelier For Modern & Rustic Tastes

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With numerous variations made to the same Victorian and Modern designs, it is no surprise to see customers shy away from purchasing a traditional multi-light chandelier.  This is due to long list of big name retail stores and vast Internet … Continue reading

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The Right Garage Lighting For This Contemporary Farmhouse

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Within the coastal communities surrounding the Grand Traverse Bay resides a mix of beaches, resorts, and rolling woodlands that weave in and out of the area around Lake Michigan.  This densely covered area finds itself in a wash of color … Continue reading

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Going Retro With A Vintage Industrial Light

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At the start of the roaring twenties a new era of design ushered in a radical type of style, the Art Deco Movement used sleek simplified forms throughout its architecture and lighting.  This popular movement came to an end in … Continue reading

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Lighting That Endures The Harshest Conditions

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For many Americans the harsh climate of winter has resurfaced and struck with great force, already winter storms have caused mass accumulation of snow and ice in much of the Midwest and New England.  Deep freezes and blizzards have blanketed … Continue reading

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A Sleek Postmodern Wall Sconce

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With the demand for modern fixtures on the rise, the market has become flooded with contemporary lighting that is more focused on a mixture of metal and glass than the sleek aesthetic appeal that can be achieved with just metal. … Continue reading

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Lighting Essentials For A Modern Country Kitchen

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Blessed with modern amenities, rustic style, and classic lighting; today’s contemporary country kitchen embodies the heart of tradition with neoclassical improvements. Borrowing elements from the past, a resent revival has led to the melding of the typical farmhouse with a … Continue reading

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Choosing The Right Light Post For Exterior Lighting

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Nothing tops off a home or business like the welcoming glow beaming out from beneath a lamp post light.  This classic marriage of decoration and functionality has been in use longer than the invention of the light bulb, with early … Continue reading

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Industrial Refinement From An Iconic Light

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The Atomic Age ushered in a new era of technological advancements as well as a new style of design that affected every facet of American culture. This period in history began with the development of the first nuclear bomb in … Continue reading

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Classic Forms Comprise This Tudorbethan Light

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Tracing the history of architectural style can often be summed up by the shared traits of one particular region or time. One extremely influential time period predated the Renaissance, becoming known as the Tudor Period, recognized by its subtle decorative … Continue reading

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