Understanding Color Temperature in Home Lighting
Discover the effects of color temperature on your home’s ambiance. Learn how to choose the right lighting to create the perfect mood for every room. When someone describes a room’s lighting as “warm” or “cool,” they’re likely referring to the color temperature of the light—an important factor in interior design because it significantly impacts a […]
12 Ways to Save Energy Lighting Your Home
This article provides 12 ways you can save energy while lighting the home, with tips for efficient fixture placement and techniques to avoid wasting energy. At the risk of stating the obvious, converting your incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent bulbs (see energy-efficient light bulb ) is critical to saving money on your light bills. […]
Daylight Techniques for Light & Warmth
Save money on utility bills by illuminating your home and warming its interior spaces with natural daylight. “Daylighting” is the act of lighting interior spaces by natural means. Any time you’re able to light a room with a window or skylight instead of flipping on a light switch, you are daylighting. It’s that simple. On […]