In last Wednesday’s post, we visited with Lori-Ann and her husband, John, in Ladner, British Columbia, Canada. Their small home in this historic fishing village was built in 1970 and has undergone a number of renovations under the couple’s careful touch.
Read More »
When your home is pushing 50 years old, remodeling projects become a way of life. For Lori-Ann and John, renovations on their 1970 single-level home, located in British Columbia, Canada, have included the kitchen, living and dining areas, bathrooms, and the mud room.
Read More »
Peggy describes the recent demolish and rebuild of her 1950s Cape Cod cottage as a massive undertaking. She and her husband wanted to preserve the old Cape Cod feel but add modern systems and construction to meet building code. Inspiration for the project took root when Peggy stumbled across a magazine ad for a retro stove.
Read More »
Whether you’re a long-time fan of Barn Light Electric or a more recent devotee, you probably know that we handcraft some pretty sweet barn lights. Lights with deep roots in the RLM shades of the early 20th century. The ones that every homeowner wants for their modern farmhouse. We offer a complete line of these classic barn lights from pendants and goosenecks to wall sconces and chandeliers.
Read More »
Customers often ask questions about our handcrafted lighting via our social media accounts. Last spring, Carol reached out via Facebook messenger to ask if she could order pendants with extra cord to accommodate her cathedral ceilings. The answer is yes! Extra length of cord is just one of dozens of ways you can customize your lighting with Barn Light Electric.
Read More »
Kitchen renovation checklist:
Create more space
Match the style of the home
Add seating
Add storage
Add American-made lights
Sounds like a tall order, but Sean Lewis, senior designer for Airy Kitchens in Philadelphia, was up to the task. This 1920s-era home suffered from a small kitchen and small laundry room. By removing a wall between the spaces, Sean was able to add more space and light.
Read More »
