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Behind the Designs of 10 Iconic Dining Chairs

Whether you’re redesigning a formal dining room or looking to add a fresh element to a cozy breakfast nook, these iconic dining chairs offer style and support in equal measure–improving every meal and midnight snack.  

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FLOS: The New Language of Light

The Enduring Influence of Scandinavian Design

The Lumens Guide to Sustainability in Design

The Style Quiz

Poul Henningsen + The PH Artichoke

The PH Artichoke was an instant favorite when introduced in 1958 and remains one of legendary designer Poul Henningsen’s standout designs decades later.

Øivind Slaatto and the Nature of Harmony in Design

We spoke with Øivind from his Copenhagen studio about design, music, the Fibonacci Sequence and his Patera series for Louis Poulsen.

Snoopy Table Lamp: An Old Dog Learns Some New Tricks

Exploring the design inspiration and innovation that went into the creation of Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni's beloved Snoopy Lamp.

A Life Designed: Achille Castiglioni

A discussion of the life, designs and design influence provided by the late, great Achille Castiglioni.

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George Nelson: The Father of Mid-Century Modern Design

The father of mid-century modern design, George Nelson created the iconic Bubble Lamp amongst many other designs that pioneered the movement still beloved today.

How to Choose a Dining Table: Shape, Size and More

The dining table is a gathering place, during busy days, celebrations, hosting and more. Here’s how to choose a dining table by shape, size and how many people it can seat.

The Evolution of the Task Lamp

Just past one hundred years old as we know them, the omnipresent task lamp has undergone quite the transformation.

Natural + Organic Elements in Design

From the unpolished beech wood that defines Scandinavian minimalism to smooth marble pieces redolent of Rome, natural and organic materials have the capacity to inject life into interiors of all shapes and sizes

From Leaf to Light: Rosie Li Studio

An interview with Rosie Li, designer and owner of Rosie Li Studio.

Buyer’s Guide To Dimmers

Find tips and advice on how to choose light dimmers and controls. We answer common questions with light dimmers to help you choose the right controls for your fixtures.

A Life Designed: Achille Castiglioni

A discussion of the life, designs and design influence provided by the late, great Achille Castiglioni.

The Enduring Influence of Scandinavian Design

Memphis Style

The Memphis Group was founded by Ettore Sottsass in 1980 in Italy. Today, the unmistakable bright bold colors, geometric shapes and outlandish patterns that define Memphis Style are seeing a revival.

Queen of the Curve: An Interview with Zaha Hadid

An architect and designer with a foundational background in mathematics, Zaha Hadid’s designs range from the sharp and fragmented to the sweeping and fluid, but always impressively scaled.

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5 Common Lighting Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

A great lighting plan avoids common blunders. We solve 5 top culprits of poor lighting plans to make sure you and your space aren’t left in the dark.

5 Common Kitchen Lighting Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them 

Here’s a list of 5 kitchen lighting mistakes and how to fix or avoid them.

What Is Color Rendering Index (CRI) & A Guide to High-CRI Lighting

CRI is the measurement of how light affects how you see color. Understanding the CRI in your bulbs and fixtures plays an important role in your home's appearance.

The Fundamentals of Light Layering

In the home and commercial spaces, proper light layering–ambient, task and accent lighting–helps you bring a room to life with design flexibility and functionality

What Are Lumens? Light Bulb Facts Everyone Should Know

We'll show you how lumens are measured, an easy way to translate watts to lumens and why all these changes are a good thing.  

Understanding Kelvin Color Temperature: Your Guide to Choosing the Right Light 

How do “warm” and “cool” translate in regard to what your light looks like? Here's a breakdown of the Kelvin chart and what color temperature really means.

Lighting for Aging Eyes 

While aging eyes need two to five times as much lighting support than their younger selves, a smart home lighting plan will help reduce the impacts of strained vision while improving overall health.

Creative Illumination: Lighting as Art

At the intersection of light and shadow arises the opportunity to transform an ordinary wall into a work of art.

Dark Sky Compliance + The Future of Outdoor Lighting

The International Dark-Sky Association (IDSA) has been the recognized global authority on light pollution, and in recent years, the organization has set forth a set of standards to guide the lighting industry towards more environmentally-responsible lighting design—Dark Sky compliance.

The Evolution of the Task Lamp

Just past one hundred years old as we know them, the omnipresent task lamp has undergone quite the transformation.

The Fundamentals of Light Layering

In the home and commercial spaces, proper light layering–ambient, task and accent lighting–helps you bring a room to life with design flexibility and functionality

LED Lighting Guide: Everything You Need to Know About LEDs 

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. This is light produced using a semiconductor in a process called electroluminescence.

Buyer’s Guide To Dimmers

Find tips and advice on how to choose light dimmers and controls. We answer common questions with light dimmers to help you choose the right controls for your fixtures.

The Ultimate Guide to Accent Furniture

While full-time furniture like lounge chairs and dining sets have long held the spotlight, waiting in the wings is the unsung hero of home décor: accent furniture.

LED Lighting Guide: Everything You Need to Know About LEDs 

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. This is light produced using a semiconductor in a process called electroluminescence.

Best Bathroom Vanity Lighting: Placement, Brightness & Style

More than any other room in the home, the bathroom requires lighting for specific functions that aren’t performed anywhere else. Make sure you’re prepared and informed about how to properly light a vanity with our guide. 

Get the Nook for Your Look

Maximize a small space's potential with accent furniture to transform any corner into a fun and functional nook.

Rug Buyer’s Guide

Our rug buyer’s guide will show you how to find the right rug size for the room, how to place it, decide which material works best and see the differences between various weaving techniques.

5 Common Lighting Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

A great lighting plan avoids common blunders. We solve 5 top culprits of poor lighting plans to make sure you and your space aren’t left in the dark.

How to Mix and Match Your Dining Chairs and Table

A well-styled modern dining room doesn’t always come right out of the box. Mixing and matching furniture pieces gives a room some soul, and following a few guidelines will keep the room looking cool rather than chaotic.

How to Light a Modern Bedroom

In this bedroom lighting guide, we will go over basic bedroom lighting tips and how to layer bedroom lights. This includes picking the right bulbs for desired brightness and color temperature.

Kitchen Lighting Design: How to Light a Kitchen for Function, Atmosphere, and Style

Learn how to create the perfect kitchen lighting design. From fixtures to placement, get the design tips you need for a complete kitchen lighting scheme.

How to Choose a Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans come in a nearly endless array of sizes, blade counts and finishes, so choosing the right ceiling fan comes down to size, looks and efficiency.

How to Choose an Office Chair

As working from home becomes more of a modern lifestyle choice, finding the right office chair is key to your productivity and well-being.

Designing a Modern Game Room

The hub for social bonding, competition among friends, unwinding with drinks and, most importantly, fun—the modern game room is the place to be.

How to Light Your Outdoor Patio

Highlighting some of our favorite patio lighting ideas to help make the most of your outdoor spaces while keeping safety and security in mind.

How to Choose a Dining Table: Shape, Size and More

The dining table is a gathering place, during busy days, celebrations, hosting and more. Here’s how to choose a dining table by shape, size and how many people it can seat.

How to Light a Home Office

In a home office, lighting is key to help you tackle any task. See our best ideas for getting your home office lighting just right

How to Light a Modern Bedroom

In this bedroom lighting guide, we will go over basic bedroom lighting tips and how to layer bedroom lights. This includes picking the right bulbs for desired brightness and color temperature.

Kitchen Lighting Design: How to Light a Kitchen for Function, Atmosphere, and Style

Learn how to create the perfect kitchen lighting design. From fixtures to placement, get the design tips you need for a complete kitchen lighting scheme.

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Behind the Designs of 10 Iconic Dining Chairs

Whether you’re redesigning a formal dining

The Icons Collection by Audo Copenhagen

Audo Copenhagen’s Icons collection showcases the

Authenticity in Design: Camaleonda, Le Bambole and Serie UP

Meet three iconic B&B Italia designs

The History of the Light Bulb

From Thomas Edison to LED, the

The Heracleum Collection: Bertjan Pot’s Arborescent Design Continues to Branch Out 

Go behind the design of Bertjan

Two Decades of Design: Tom Dixon Studio

Obsessed with materiality and manufacturing, Tom
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