Lighting Design Principles

Bollard Lights vs Path Lights-Choosing the Right Fixture for Outdoor Pathway Lighting

In landscape lighting, bollard lights and path lights are often mentioned in the same conversation. But in practice, they serve very different purposes.  Aspect Path Lights – Advantages Path Lights – Limitations Bollard Lights – Advantages Bollard Lights – Limitations...

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Bathroom Lighting at Night: Why Glare Happens and How to Prevent It

Bathroom Lighting at Night: Why Glare Happens and How to Prevent It

Many people experience the same problem in bathrooms—especially at night: You flip the switch, and the light is instantly too bright. Your eyes haven’t adjusted, and for a few seconds, it’s genuinely uncomfortable to see. This momentary glare may feel inevitable, but...

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Light in Layers: How Spaces Gain Rhythm and Depth

Light in Layers: How Spaces Gain Rhythm and Depth

Layered light is an interior design technique using multiple light sources—ambient (general), task (focused), and accent (highlighting)—to create depth, functionality, and atmosphere, moving beyond flat, single-source lighting for a versatile, dynamic, and inviting space. It combines overhead, mid-level (lamps), and...

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Warm Light vs. Cool Light: How to Choose the Right Color Temperature for Every Room

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The Warm Light of Thanksgiving: Glow, Gathering, and Home

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