Buyer’s Guide To Dimmers
Find tips and advice on how to choose light dimmers and controls. We answer common questions with l…
Go Cordless: Portable Outdoor Lights
Portable lights expand your living space, going wherever you do. Check out some of our favorite por…
Best in Glass: The Heritage and Innovation of Vistosi
Vistosi is an Italian glassmaking company 500 years in the making. We go behind the designs in this…
The EU’s ‘Right to Repair’ Law
The EU’s Right to Repair law is one of many ways the international design community is redefi…
Foscarini’s Carlo Urbinati Finds the Key to Success is Freedom
Indeed, since it was established, Foscarini has been a company without a factory, one that is there…
A Q+A with Carlotta de Bevilacqua
We talk with Carlotta de Bevilacqua about wellness through light, the future of lighting design and…
California Modern Design: From Mid-Century to This Century
With elements of mid-century modern, minimalism and a bohemian touch, the California Modern style e…
Designing a Smart Home
Whether building out a new home or upgrading an existing one, integrating smart home devices into t…
A Life Designed: Achille Castiglioni
A discussion of the life, designs and design influence provided by the late, great Achille Castigli…
Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Full of elegance and panache, Martyn Lawrence Bullard’s Hollywood-esque style doesn’t come as a su…
A Conversation with Jason Miller, Founder of Roll & Hill
Jason Miller, the founder of lighting company Roll & Hill, available exclusively at Lumens, ha…
Lighting for Aging Eyes
While aging eyes need two to five times as much lighting support than their younger selves, a smart…
Wall Lighting Buyer’s Guide
Find tips on how to choose wall lights and sconces with the Wall Lighting Buyer’s Guide at Lu…
Barovier&Toso: Over 700 Years of Italian Design Tradition
A history and interview of Murano glass lighting maker with over 700 years of tradition.
Mischa Couvrette of hollis+morris
Mischa Couvrette of Toronto-based design studio hollis+morris talks about how he got started in des…
Celebrating 60 Years of SONNEMAN
Highlights from the NYCxDesign 2023 event, Celebrating 60 Years of Design Innovation with Robert So…
The Utopia of Reality: A Q+A with Paolo Rizzatto
Discover how Paolo Rizzatto’s profound design philosophy, shaped by mid-century Italy, is red…
How to Light Your Outdoor Patio
Highlighting some of our favorite patio lighting ideas to help make the most of your outdoor spaces…
Dining Room Lighting Ideas: Expert Tips to Transform Your Space
Choosing the right dining room light doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are a few dining ro…
How to Choose a Floor Lamp
Finding the right floor lamp: With so many choices and styles, we’re here to help you choose the ri…
Designing a Guest Room Like a Hotel Suite
From the décor to the lighting and the arrangements of both, every aspect of the guest room will be…
Dark Sky Compliance + The Future of Outdoor Lighting
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDSA) has been the recognized global authority on light pol…
How to Choose Kitchen Pendant Lighting
The kitchen requires lighting that plays double duty, illuminating tasks and adding personality to …
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 Archives to the Spotlight: The Masters Collection by NEMO
The Masters Collection from Nemo revives historic designs from legendary lighting designers like Le…
Designing in Compliance with California’s Title 24
Title 24 of California’s Energy Code sets forth a compliancy framework, guiding A+D professionals t…
The Bright Angle
Founded by Nick Moen as a pottery studio in Asheville, NC, The Bright Angle has launched a lighting…
Architectural Detail Lighting
Architectural detail lighting has the power to create an atmospheric environment, or it can simply …
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 mak…
What Provides More Light: Uplights vs Downlights
Not to be confused with ambient lighting that spreads light evenly in a room, these terms indicate …
Creating Light from Wood: A Q+A with Stickbulb
From its studio-showroom in New York City, Stickbulb is hard at work “making the most with th…
How to Choose a Modern Chandelier
This guide will begin with some basic information on chandeliers and the different types, shapes, f…
How to Light an Outdoor Entryway: Create a Welcoming First Impression
A well-lit front entry makes that ever-important first impression. Here’s how to select the r…
How to Light a Kitchen Island
Lighting over the kitchen island not only adds a visual element to your kitchen, but provides a key…
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.
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 …
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 …
The Fundamentals of Light Layering
In the home and commercial spaces, proper light layering–ambient, task and accent lighting–helps yo…
How to Light a Modern Bedroom
In this bedroom lighting guide, we will go over basic bedroom lighting tips and how to layer bedroo…
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 …
UL Listings for Lighting and Ceiling Fans: What Do UL Ratings Mean?
When is it safe to use a fixture where water contact is inevitable?
Here’s a guide to what y…
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 call…
Lighting Options for Low Ceilings
Low ceilings don’t have to mean low expectations for lighting design. Here are some recommendations…
Landscape Lighting Guide: How to Plan, Design & Illuminate Your Outdoor Space
Welcome to Landscape Lighting 101. We’ll walk you through the types of landscape lighting and…
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 breakdow…
How to Choose the Right Size Ceiling Light
When it comes to lighting, there’s one all-important feature you’ll want to consider before style, …
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…
Living Room Lighting Guide: How to Light Your TV Room
The most versatile room in your home, the living room still benefits from a methodical approach to …
How to Choose Bathroom Lighting: A Complete Buyer’s Guide
Find answers to the most common bathroom lighting questions to help you choose the lights you need.
Lighting the Way: Lumens Track Lighting & Monorail Guide
Even with all the configurations and options available, creating a custom track or monorail lightin…
Best Bathroom Vanity Lighting: Placement, Brightness & Style
More than any other room in the home, the bathroom requires lighting for specific functions that ar…
Designer Sportsmanship: A Q+A with Marc Sadler
From studying industrial aesthetics to designing motorcycle pads and gelato machines, Marc Sadler i…
Q+A with Federico Palazzari, CEO of Nemo
Nemo Lighting CEO and designer Federico Palazzari discusses inspiration, integration and the sustai…
Get the Nook for Your Look
Maximize a small space’s potential with accent furniture to transform any corner into a fun a…
Sustainability Stories
As the tide turns on throwaway culture and eco-friendliness is embraced, good design that’s b…
David Trubridge, Pioneer of Sustainable Design
Designer David Trubridge draws inspiration from our natural surroundings, traditional cultures and …
On Matière Première: Samuel Lambert of Lambert & Fils
Led by founder and artistic director Samuel Lambert, the Montreal, Canada-based atelier is home to …
From Brooklyn to B-Corp: A Q+A with RBW
Friends and graduates of Rhode Island School of Design, Theo Richardson, Charles Brill and Alexande…
Lucie Koldova: Bohemian Rhapsody in Glass
Brokis’ design process is art director and designer Lucie Koldova shares her creative process, the …
At a Fork in the Road, Take Both Paths: Patricia Urquiola
A self-proclaimed eclectic, varied and diverse designer, Patricia Urquiola aspires to the highest s…
The History of the Light Bulb
From Thomas Edison to LED, the light bulb has quite the story to tell.
Nina Magon for Studio M: Lighting as Exquisite as Jewels
The first collaboration in Los Angeles-based Studio M’s new designer-focused program, Nina Magon sh…
The Heracleum Collection: Bertjan Pot’s Arborescent Design Continues to Branch Out
Go behind the design of Bertjan Pot’s Heracleum series for Dutch brand Moooi.
Bending Light: Modern Luxury, Modern Crystal
Today, designers are using crystal in sleek, modern ways while still harnessing the unique luster p…
A Retrofuturespective: 20 Years of Tom Dixon Studio
From a funk band’s bass-playing backbone to designer extraordinaire, Tom Dixon has always been a bi…
Lighting for Health, Mood and Well-being
Light can affect more than just mood. We’ll walk through important health considerations while plan…
Bertjan Pot
Bertjan Pot is a modern design luminary who likes to let his work speak for itself. Luckily we were…
American Glamour: A Q+A with Jonathan Adler
Jonathan Adler’s designs blend a highbrow sense of humor and irony with colorful, contemporary styl…
A Glimpse Inside the Enchanting World of Marcel Wanders
With a portfolio that spans everything from provocative lighting and bold furniture designs to surr…
Ramón Esteve + Harmonious Design
Ramón Esteve finds the design process to be just as important as the end result—without the experie…
From Tam Tam to Discoco: How Marset Designs Come to Life
What began as a foundry in 1942 transformed into Marset Illuminación in 1965, and for the last half…
Outdoor Stair Lighting Ideas
The top priorities when choosing step-lighting for outdoor stairs are safety and weather resistance…
Kuzco New York City Studio
Lead Designer Ryan Pauly established the Kuzco New York City Studio in the heart of the Garment Dis…
Recessed Lighting Buyer’s Guide
Learn how to choose recessed lighting that will fit your design goals with all you need to know abo…
How to Choose the Best Under Cabinet Lighting: A Complete Guide
In kitchens, crafts rooms and elsewhere, general lighting can only go so far. Under cabinet lightin…
Bover: A Wonderful Coincidence
In the heart of Spain’s creative community, Joana Bover and her talented team bring the Bover brand…
How to Light a Small Bathroom
When installing lighting in small bathrooms, it is important to create a lighting arrangement that …
An Aesthetic Revival: The VL Series for Louis Poulsen
Take a look at the LED update of Vilhelm Lauritzen’s VL Series for Louis Poulsen, originally …
Multifunctional Bedside Reading Lighting
Whether having a USB port for device charging, a shelf for extra storage, or ambient glow while rea…
Sourcing Outdoor Lighting
Explore the key outdoor lighting guidelines for landscape and accent lighting to consider when appr…
