Although many people overlook the importance of lighting design in the bathroom, good lighting can make your bathroom appear larger, make it safe, and create a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere. There are many opportunities in a bathroom to capture light, reflect it, and refract it, but perhaps the greatest challenge is to present light that is gentle and flattering yet strong enough for grooming.. READ MORE >>
While the idea of the fan predates early Egypt, the successful use of fans came into existence in the factories of the Industrial Revolution. In the heat of summer afternoons, factory workers came up with the idea of attaching wooden or metal spoons to the oscillating structures above them, which powered the factory machinery.. READ MORE >>
Today, we are seeing a resurgence of interest in the chandelier, yet the interest is much more diversified. Art glass lighting has evolved beyond Murano glass and lead crystal, as studio glass artists in the United States have brought their craft to the mainstream. Glass artists along with metal and wood artists are creating functional art that can lift the ambience of a space in ways that were never imagined.. READ MORE >>