Posted by Betty+ on Nov 19, 2018 |
Charlotte, North Carolina, ranks as the country’s fastest growing metro area and is particularly attractive to millennials. The skyline is jammed with soaring steel and glass, sports arenas, and luxury condos, but if you take the time to explore, you can still find pockets of the city’s long and storied history.
On a visit this past weekend to the Queen City, we dropped in on ColsenKeane, a custom leather goods shop close to the bustle of downtown. Owners Scott and Taryn Hofert purchased the 61-year-old building last year for their growing business. We took a tour of the space with director of operations Bay Robinson and 7-week-old Elliott, the shop pup.
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 16, 2018 |
Every space should have a focal point — something that draws the eye in and captures attention. Whether an accent wall, a dramatic piece of art, or, dare we say, a stunning light fixture, the focal point of a room plays an integral role in anchoring the space and setting the mood.
Chandeliers can serve two vital roles by not only illuminating larger areas but acting as the essential centerpiece of a space. Once considered appropriate only for elegant or formal rooms, chandeliers are now available in a wide range of styles and sizes to complement a variety of decors.
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 14, 2018 |
What is the most irritating thing about shopping this time of year? It’s not the lack of prime parking at the mall or even the pre-Black Friday crowds. No, it’s hearing Jingle Bells and Here Comes Santa Claus ringing through the air a good two months before Christmas. The start to the holiday season seems to start earlier each year, but we’re here to say, “Not so fast!”
Don’t discount Thanksgiving! What could be better than a day filled with football, family, and, the star of the day, the food? And not a single present to wrap!
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 12, 2018 |
We love good before-and-after photos! They often show dramatic transformations, but can also visually demonstrate what a difference one single element, like good lighting, can make.
Last week, we visited the Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church in nearby Christmas, Florida, where Clarence Canada, a trustee of the church gave us a tour of the historic building.
“The first church was built in 1868, but a fire destroyed it,” Clarence told us as we entered the cozy sanctuary. “This building was erected around 1906-1908.” The sanctuary has been lit by different styles of fixtures over the years and, lucky for us, Clarence shared photos to offer a...
Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 9, 2018 |
Barn Light Electric has become the go-to source for homeowners seeking high-quality, handcrafted lighting that is made in America and easy to customize. We also take great care of our commercial customers who have access to our limitless number of customizing options and award-winning sales staff!
For business customers, Barn Light Electric’s Commercial Division assists designers, architects, and other professionals in specifying stylish, high-performance lights for businesses across the United States and Canada. When the owner of Canary Grill needed lighting for his new restaurant in West Virginia, he turned to Tanya Grim at Lighting Environments who...
Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 7, 2018 |
When Ann-Marie decided to renovate the master bathroom in her Kennebunkport, Maine, home, she faced more than just a decor update.
“The bathroom was so dated, but there was a huge bathtub that took over the entire room,” she says. “Filling that bathtub on the second floor in a building built in 1900 was a pretty scary thought!”
The home was built on piers over the water and is an historic fixture in the town. When Ann-Marie started the renovation project, she wanted to stay true to the nautical roots of the home. The master bathroom had a ceiling light and fan but she wanted the vanity light to be a bit more stylish.
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 5, 2018 |
When Gillian and her husband visited the Teton Valley of southeastern Idaho five years ago, they fell in love with the grandeur of the area. Although they had never done so much as a home improvement project, the couple purchased a two-and-a-half acre lot and began planning to build their forever home.
“We broke ground in June 2017 and completed our guest house this past spring,” Gillian says. “We want to be in the Valley as much as we can for vacations until we make it our permanent home in five years.”
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Nov 2, 2018 |
When Marjorie and her husband Michael began a guest bathroom renovation, they decided to buck the neighborhood trends and embrace their love of all things nautical.
“We live on the south shore of Long Island, about five miles from the beach. Every single house looks exactly the same with vinyl siding, the same fencing, and the same windows,” Marjorie says. “Everything about our home renovation goes against the grain. We are definitely ‘that house’ on the block!” Their home features many farmhouse elements such as white board-and-batten siding but with black details and nautical accents throughout.
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Oct 31, 2018 |
Design trends may come and go, but the trend towards all things rustic shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. With deep vintage roots, rustic elements help us feel closer to nature and lend an organic vibe to spaces. The use of wood and other natural elements create a warm, relaxed, and inviting feel.
Today we’re featuring some of our favorite rustic spaces from customers who share their photos with us via our Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest feeds. Be sure to follow Barn Light Electric on all three platforms for a continuous flow of inspiration!
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Read More Posted by Betty+ on Oct 29, 2018 |
For more than 20 years, designer Pamela Konen, of Konen Homes in Minnesota, has researched and specified lighting for her clients. When she discovered Barn Light Electric, the American manufacturer of vintage-inspired lighting quickly became her go-to source for quality fixtures built to last.
“Barn Light Electric is one of my favorite places to shop as I’m drawn to the quality of the industrial lighting they offer,” Pam says. “Many other manufacturers offer industrial lighting given it’s a popular style, but I have yet to find one that competes with the quality of the Barn Light product.”
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