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Modern Industrial Laredo Wall Sconce

Industrial Influences Transform Modern Sconce Lighting

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Transforming an ordinary living space from initial start to completion involves a great deal of planning, especially when it comes to genre specific details. For most home and business owners, the decision to follow one specific building or decorating style becomes paramount with the desire to create a cohesive layout throughout the entire project. In order for any decorating project to go off without a hitch, every aspect from furniture to lighting must be addressed. For instance, you would not want to mix the traditional styling of a Dutch Colonial home with a Koi pond, slate floors, and European minimalist furniture from Ikea. As odd as that combination sounds its really not that far from reality, not that each by themselves is a bad thing, but each element of décor has a place with in a style or era.
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Commercial Vapor Tight HID Lighting

Lighting For Commercial And Industrial Settings

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The most coveted feature for many commercial applications is adequate lighting, the lack of heavy-duty light fixtures that can endure dark and damp locations have been few and far between. In many instances lighting manufacturers and big box home improvement stores have offered vapor tight commercial lighting that either lacks the desired performance required, or light fixtures that fail under harsh conditions. Plagued by corrosion and vapor leaks due to design flaws and the lack of durable materials, a majority of commercial vapor tight light fixtures have a short life span and leave an unsightly rusted shell behind.
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Style Guide: Modern Youth Bedroom

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At Barn Light Electric, we hear a lot about remodel projects for the kitchen, bathroom or outdoors, but we don’t hear a lot about livening up children’s rooms. We threw together another Style Guide to show you just how easy it is to incorporate great, unique lighting into your little boy – or girl’s room. Most of our fun finds this week, came in pink, yellow or purples too so if you have a little girl, this room can be for you too! We chose our bedding and rugs first. Dwell’s duvet set of modern animal silhouettes and geometric shapes brings in plenty of color itself, so we chose a basic navy and white rug from Ikea to go on the floor below.
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Barn Light Electric Atomic CGU Sconce

Classic Bungalow Style That Reflects A 1950s Lighting Nostalgia

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In the early 1900s the Arts & Crafts Movement was a direct reflection of English architectural design, which culminated in the creation of this new decorative style that focused on simple yet elegant building elements. This memorable architectural style became identified through the wide, low rising roof lines and the combination of hand-crafted materials that often created broadly covered porches that punctuated these homes. Borrowing the flattened, sweeping forms of this influential style and merging them with the industrial beauty of the Atomic Age; the Barn Light Wall Mount CGU-SS Sconce embodies the true spirit of early 20th century architecture. Complete with molded lines and an up swept shade resting atop a cast guard and glass, this retro creation breathes new life into the market of Arts & Crafts, Mission, and Cottage building styles. The Wall Mount CGU-SS Sconce utilizes the charming appeal of its European inspired appearance and 55 stunning finishes, transforming this American made light fixture into an example of the innovation that can be achieved with lighting from this era. Revitalize the doorway of your early 20th century Bungalow with this nontraditional wall sconce, maintaining the integrity of the genre with enough unique modern style. Read More »

Rustic Rosewood Wall Sconce Vanity Mirror Light

Unique Timber Frame Innovation Meets Rustic Barn Light Inspiration

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Located within an hour from Hershey, Pennsylvania, on the opposite side of the Juniata River, resides this latest customer project submission. Nestled among the quiet countryside of Newport, Pennsylvania sets this stunning timber frame home that stands as a testament to rustic innovation. With the enlisted help from Benson Wood Homes, this customer’s striking snow-covered home stands out against the white and grays of winter due to the natural honey stain adorning the exterior and interior wood framing. As incredible as the exterior is, the interior is equally matched with a combination of eclectic charm complete with energy saving functionality. Mixed with contemporary accoutrements, this impressive home displays a variety of creature comforts highlighted by the creative use of Barn Light Electric fixtures throughout the house. A blend of wall sconces and pendants in powder coat rust work together with the high reaching rafters, creating a harmony between the rugged natural wood beams and walls. Possibly the most intriguing element of this home is the use of an inverted canoe positioned above the dining room table, which acts as a mount for the 3 Atomic CGU Pendants suspended from the inside of this capsized vessel. This not only creates focal point for the room, but it also shortens the otherwise large gap between the ceiling and table bringing them together with a great deal of character and jaw dropping style. In conjunction with the incorporation of these Atomic Era lights, there was a need to use similar styled fixtures to maintain a common theme throughout the home. With so many options available, this customer’s decision to use the Mustang Sconce perfectly matches the ongoing rustic appearance that flows seamlessly through the smaller more intimate rooms, such as the areas around the bathtub and vanity. Bringing this rugged expression to the exterior, the use of two different fixtures greet you as you make your way up to this home. The first light that greets you is a pair of Sharp Sconces which provides a subtle glimpse to what awaits you behind the front door, in contrast, perched high above the open gazebo rests the robust weathered copper shade of the CGU Retro Pendant that visibly stands out against the pale wooden timers that surround it. The importance of these fixtures, both inside and out, become more evident when examining the whole composition of this project. By subtracting either fixture, certain characteristics could get lost and possibly take away from the overall beauty and charm of this home. The great attention to detail combined with creative solutions to lighting open spaces, this home will remain as a testament to modern innovative thought and stunning design.
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Using Nautical Lighting To Create A Hybrid Of Styles

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A popular trend that is gaining momentum in the home remodeling industry is in the area of creating new decorating styles from existing conventional styles. This melding of décor is brought on by homeowners of various traditional homes who desire to preserve the historic nature of their home, while creating a unique setting with elements from contemporary genres. The most popular building type comprising these hybrid home projects is the Colonial and Victorian styles, which are the oldest and most cherished styles dating back to the original 13 colonies. Newer construction recaptures this spirit with building plans that cater to this classic architectural style, evoking the traditional charm originally created almost 200 years ago. Using this updated farmhouse building plan, The Catskill Farms Blog features a modern take on a tried and true design. Complete with white bead board and rich hardwood floors, this bathroom comes alive with the subtle green walls that perfectly accentuate the matching white pedestal sinks. Creating a dramatic break in this traditional bathroom, the addition of a pair of Wall Mount Double CGU Sconces provide a nautical element through the polished aluminum exterior of these rustic wall sconces. Nestled directly above the two circular mirrors, the Wall Mount Double CGU Sconce creates a break from tradition with a blend of retro styles that culminate well together in this unique setting. The simplistic design of this sconce is ideal for homeowners looking for a subtle variance from the conventional lighting of their homes specific period.