“Wall sconces are one of my favorite ways to bring mood lighting into a space,” says Jessica Nicastro, principal designer of her self-titled Los Angeles–based firm. “They cast a beautiful wash of ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. When designing or decorating a home, much thought is given to the colors, ...

Lamps in all shapes and sizes can be used to recast the feel of a room, brighten dark corners and illuminate your treasures. By Tim McKeough Lighting can have a dramatic effect on the way a room looks ...

Read this before heading down that hardware store aisle. While the crux of those old "changing a lightbulb" jokes is based on the simplicity of the task, shopping for light bulbs can be anything but ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. Outdoor lighting is an important consideration for homeowners looking to ...

With walls and ceilings a long way away, often the most practical way to control the placement of a light source and the positioning of light, is to drop it into the exact position where it’s required ...

Exterior lighting enhances curb appeal, improves safety, and provides illumination for finding your way in the dark or entertaining outdoors in the evening. As such, selecting the right outdoor ...

The definition of light power density. Today's lighting requirements for buildings. How to calculate LPD. Essentially, light power density (LPD) equates to all of the power consumed by light fixtures, ...