For years “the baby’s room” had a predictable look, decorated with images of cuddly teddy bears and cartoon animals. The gender of the newborn was often emphasized with either pastel pinks and dolls for girls or powder blue with cars for boys. Over the last 10 years, nursery décor has been elevated to a...
As almost anyone who knows someone age 65 or older will tell you, today’s seniors feel younger than their age. In fact, according to a Pew Research Center (PRC) survey, most Baby Boomers say they believe “old age” doesn’t begin until age 72. “The growth in the older population is fundamentally a success story...
Looking for a way to free up tabletop space but still get great lighting at your bedside? Why not try these bedroom lighting ideas: add wall sconces or wall lamps! These small, wall-mounted lights combine sleek style with a punch of lighting power. The main difference is that wall lamps often have adjustable arms and wall sconces are...
When it comes to lighting up your life, each room has specific needs. Chandeliers may work in some rooms, but not others. You may need accent lighting, depending on the primary source of light. Do you want ceiling fans with lights? Will industrial ceiling fans with lights fit the room’s aesthetic or should you...
It used to be that chandeliers were typically found in living rooms or spaces where guests and family members gather or entertain. With the evolution of portable devices – such as tablets and smartphones – plus the increased popularity of streaming entertainment channels, family members no longer gather around one central TV to watch...
Creating a comfy haven in the bedroom has long been a popular design aspiration — but never has it been so important than lately, when anxiety over the pandemic and other surrounding chaos in the world has encouraged family members to carve out their own calming spaces separate from the constant togetherness of quarantine....