Lighting Journal

Cascading staircase chandelier
Lighting Your Entryway and Foyer
How to light an entryway or foyer — from flush mounts in standard ceilings to statement chandeliers in two-story spaces, plus the layers that make an entry feel welcoming. Read more...
Natural rattan pendant
How to Clean and Care for Glass, Crystal, and Rattan Fixtures
Simple, material-by-material care for keeping glass, crystal, rattan, and metal fixtures looking their best — safely and without damage. Read more...
Rose gold chandelier
Choosing a Lighting Finish: Bronze, Brass, Nickel, and Beyond
A plain-English guide to lighting finishes — warm brass and bronze, cool nickel and chrome, matte black — and how to mix metals without clashing. Read more...
Globe pendant light
How to Light a Kitchen Island With Pendants
How many pendants, how to space them, and how high to hang them so your kitchen island is both well-lit and beautifully balanced. Read more...
Glass wall sconce
Wall Sconces: Where to Use Them in Every Room
Where wall sconces work hardest — mirrors, hallways, bedsides, and fireplaces — plus the mounting heights that make them look right. Read more...
Linear glass chandelier over a dining table
How to Light a Dining Room
A practical guide to dining-room lighting — choosing the centerpiece fixture, sizing and hanging it over the table, and layering in warm, dimmable accents. Read more...
Tiered glass chandelier
Layered Lighting 101: Ambient, Task, and Accent
The three layers of a well-lit room — ambient, task, and accent — and how to combine fixtures so any space can shift with the moment. Read more...
Round glass chandelier
How to Choose the Right Chandelier Size for Your Room
A simple, designer-tested way to size a chandelier for any room — from the diameter formula to hanging height and dining-table placement. Read more...