We recently introduced you to Kate Bergeron, who works alongside Jason in the Design Professionals office at the Design & Decoration Building. Kate's love for design shines through in her blog Kate's House of Happy and in the form of light—lamplight that is.
By Kate Bergeron
Lighting is without question, my favorite part of any space, interior or exterior. I love everything about lamps: the shapes, sizes, history, importance of their presence in a room—and the fact that they provide light (beyond the “duh” factor, I am also thinking along the metaphorical line). I love the accessibility of lamps, which can often equal affordability, as opposed to dropping some big cash on a sofa or fabric.
The power of “good lighting” is something that simply cannot be forgotten when creating phenomenal interior design, whether within or outside of your home. Lighting sets the tone for an intimate dinner party or an outdoor barbecue, and contributes to the memory of these events and moments stamped in our minds.
Like pillows and vases and other accessories that are interchangeable, nothing is permanent with lighting, which makes it all the more enjoyable to consider—not to mention easier to take risks with. This very nature of lighting that can allow an unending room of inspiration for designers is perhaps what I love most.
When thought of as an accessory, lighting can become that magical, finishing touch on a nearly complete space. Because of the versatility of light, the ability to change out the shade when a new season rolls around is a welcomed freedom not offered by other products in design (think the color we paint our walls or the rugs we chose in our living room).
Stay tuned to GoDesignGo for more from Kate when she shares more on lighting up your design.
Wonderful article....and yes, she lights up our lives too!!!! AGB
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