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1 WILL THIS FIXTURE OFFER ENOUGH BRIGHTNESS? Check the lumen output. Lumens are a measure of brightness. A 100-watt incandescent bulb puts out about 1,600 lumens. A 14- to 17-watt LED also puts out about 1,600 lumens. Incandescent bulbs are being phased out; change your lighting mindset to lumens and energy-efficient LEDs. 2 HOW WILL THIS MAKE MY HOME LOOK AND FEEL? Consider color temperature and the Kelvin (K) rating. The higher the Kelvins, the whiter and bluer the light. For a space to feel “warm,” use lighting that’s about 2,700K; soft white is about 3,000K, and bright white is 4,000K. 3 CAN THIS FIXTURE BE DIMMED? A simple way to set a mood is to dim the lights. One way to wreck the mood is to have a dimmer…

Q How do I handle rooms with multiple purposes? A “Lighting is key to ensuring double-duty rooms are both visually pleasing and functional,” says Riki Lent, senior vice president, Kalco Lighting and Allegri Crystal by Kalco. “Whether you use your dining room for family activities or a guest room as an office space, be sure it has appropriate sources of illumination. Install a pendant to brighten the area. Then, depending on the task, layer in a stylish table or floor lamp to give the room an ambient and glamorous glow.” While a statement fixture can be the dining room centerpiece, consider adding accent lighting to showcase glassware, art, heirlooms, or specialty wall treatments. Extra lighting options also open up possibilities for uses beyond dinner parties and family meals. DINING COMPANIONS…

Nature reflects interior aspirations 1 Leaf shapes and delicate details meld into fixtures that imply movement and cast intriguing shadows. 2 Nature-inspired lighting connects home design with the serenity found outdoors. That sensibility, sometimes called biophilic design, can boost mental well-being. 3 Individually, large leaf forms make a statement, while smaller versions can be grouped for sculptural pizzazz. To explore lighting styles and trends, go to ALALighting.com Q WHAT LIGHTING WORKS BEST IN AN OFFICE? A “If your office has limited natural light, introduce naturally designed lighting or colorful pieces to help keep a steady flow of inspiration, focus, and productivity.” —RIKI LENT, senior vice president, Kalco Lighting and Allegri Crystal by Kalco Find certified design pros in your region at ALAShowrooms.com Q Why should I invest in lighting? A ”Lighting is…

Nostalgia with a twist brings comfort home 1 Lanterns have come a long way from the lighting commonly associated with farm and coastal buildings. The basic shape maintains its hardworking roots with a host of variations. 2 Familiar black finishes still offer comforting familiarity, but flashes of copper, brass, chrome, and gold lift the fixtures to showstopper status. 3 As eye-catching sconces or oversize pendants, lanterns offer clean lines and a see-through enchantment that works in almost any home style—indoors or out. Find indoor and outdoor lighting ideas at ALALighting.com Q WHAT DOES A LIGHTING PRO CONTRIBUTE? A “A lighting professional will show you how to mix accessories with lighting to create a homey feeling.“ —Laurie Gross, president, Gross Electric Explore more ideas to light your home at ALALighting.com…

Fashion drives trends, especially in home design 1 Although their popularity soars and wanes, pleats are a fashion mainstay that has timeless appeal. 2 Metal and glass adopt the corrugated look to create angled or cylindrical silhouettes that are ideal for light shades—whether solid, translucent, or clear. 3 Folded angles inject architectural flair that complements design approaches including industrial, traditional, and transitional styles. Learn more about lighting styles for every room at ALALighting.com Q Is an overhead fixture enough? A There’s more to a space than meets the eye. Tom Caldwell, vice president of product development, Currey & Company, says to discuss the answers to these questions with an ALA Certified Lighting Consultant. ASK YOURSELF: What is the size of the room? What is the purpose of the room? Is the…

“WE TEACH PEOPLE ABOUT LIGHTING TECHNIQUES, TOOLS, AND CONCEPTS. THESE THINGS CAN’T BE SHOPPED ONLINE.” —SUSAN IRIE, president and owner, Kilohana Fan & Lighting, Hawaii KNOW THE SIZE OF YOUR SPACE—but not just the square footage. “Bring the measurements of other items to get the right fixture size for your space,” says Ashlen Haslam, brand communications lead for Kuzco Lighting. Looking for bathroom lighting? Know the mirror height and sink width. For the dining room, know the size of the table. “You want your fixture to take up two-thirds of dining table space,” Haslam says. BRING LISTS OF BRANDS AND STYLES you like, as well as inspirational photos from magazines, websites, and friends’ homes. Just because a pendant looks great over your friend’s kitchen island doesn’t mean it will work…

“LIGHTING DESIGNERS UNDERSTAND HOW TO CREATE SCENES. They have the expertise to understand how to bring the architecture and interior design to life, in addition to what fixtures will do that.”—CECILIA RAMOS, senior director, architectural market, Lutron Electronics…

“TREAT YOUR ART LIGHTING AS THE JEWELRY OF YOUR HOME.”—TIM STUMM, creative director, Z-Lite…

5 OUTDOOR LIGHTING TRENDS 1 OUTLINING HOMES. Add strip lighting and linear LEDs to eaves, roofs, and porches. “This isn’t just for holiday time anymore,” says Richard Lentz, lighting designer and owner of Lentz Lighting, Dallas. 2 COLOR CHANGING. Started in commercial spaces, this trend has moved into homes, Lentz says. 3 CAFÉ OR FESTOON LIGHTS. String lights are great for a garden seating area, pavilion, or firepit. 4 SMART DEVICES. Explore Bluetooth-rated fixtures. An electrician can help set up the right system, if necessary. 5 RESILIENT LIGHTING. More and more fixtures can withstand extreme heat or cold, wet weather, humidity, salt, and sand. 5 THINGS NOT TO DO 1 Do not overlight. Less is more in so many cases outdoors. You don’t want guests saying your home looks like a…

Q CAN I PUT A CHANDELIER IN THE BATHROOM? A This question boils down to building regulations and personal preference. “Most building codes will require that such a fixture be ‘suitable for damp location,’” says Tom Caldwell, vice president of product development, Currey & Company. See ideas for using pendants at ALALighting.com…

Q Why doesn’t light between bulbs match? A “The word to remember here is chromaticity,” says Terry McGowan, FIES, LC, director of engineering and technology for the American Lighting Association. Measured in Kelvin (K), how warm or cool a light looks depends on its color temperature, which typically ranges from 2,700K to 5,000K, the latter appearing cooler. Match the Kelvin numbers for light in the same color range. Explore more ideas for using sconces at ALALighting.com…

Strength and delicacy live in a single material 1 The translucent properties of marble, alabaster, and other stone mean nothing compares to the feel of the light that passes through natural stone—and every stone is different. 2 The materials bring a warm earthiness to light fixtures, with unique streaks and swirls that look especially beautiful when lit. 3 The ability to form stone into endless shapes—whether slim sheets, round cases, or thick slabs—expands the ways stone can be used as a centerpiece or accent. To explore lighting styles and trends, go to ALALighting.com Q Where do I start with lighting design? A Start down the road to lighting success with these first steps. VISIT A SHOWROOM: Tim Stumm, creative director, Z-Lite, encourages homeowners to pair a copy of Lighting magazine with…

“JUST CHANGE THE LIGHTBULB TO CHANGE THE LOOK.”—MOLLIE HAMBRO, associate, trend and design, Kichler STYLE & MOOD SHIFTS Bulbs have come a long way when it comes to altering the mood or setting a scene, but sometimes change needn’t be monumental. Candle shapes are more traditional, globes more modern, and tube bulbs more industrial. But why not mix and match? Tailor the light output to your taste and decor. Make a statement with a longer bulb shape or go vintage with Edison bulbs in a fixture with visible bulbs. Or change the globe to diffuse the light. “Typically, behind white glass you want a clear bulb so there’s no shadow,” says Mollie Hambro, associate, trend and design, Kichler. “You can change the personality of the fixture. Tiny details make a…

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“IT’S CRITICAL TO SEE THE PHYSICALITY OF THE LIGHT, MARINATE IN IT, SEE IT IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.” —CECILIA RAMOS, senior director, architectural market, Lutron Electronics 1 GET COMFORTABLE. Ordering lighting online may seem as easy as pressing a button. But going down the internet rabbit hole may suggest more options than you can handle—none of which may be right for your space. “Bring your ideas to me, show me a few examples of what you’ve looked at, and I can help narrow your choices and find things in similar price points, textures, shapes, styles,” says Laurie Gross, president, Gross Electric in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. 2 GET BETTER VALUE. Every cracked fixture, broken bulb, wrong size, wrong shape, or wrong color that leads to a returned package costs…

STEP 1: DETERMINE THE ILLUMINATION LEVEL. Know the amount of light required throughout the space for its tasks. It probably requires multiple fixture types. Besides overhead fixtures, consider recessed, channel, track, and tape lighting. STEP 2: HOLD YOUR GROUND (UPSIDE DOWN). Consider where fixtures should hang or fit and why. Look closely at their detailing and scope of output. STEP 3: EMBRACE RANGE. Consider how light will be distributed across the room and dispersed via the fixture. STEP 4: GET A CONSULT. Hire a lighting designer to help make lighting act as artwork while serving a purpose.…

Q What are layers of light? A Light is more than brightness. Three distinct pieces help create light that is both pleasing and practical. “It is important to ask how the room will be used beyond the obvious function to determine the plan,” says Cecil Adams, vice president and creative director, Currey & Company. When you know how a space will be used, it’s easier to determine the best mix of these three layers: AMBIENT: The overall illumination of any given area. TASK: Activity-specific light needs, such as cooking in the kitchen or working in an office. ACCENT: Using light to draw attention to a specific feature or object. Learn more about fixture types at ALALighting.com…

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