As you can see our bath off of the  main room was screaming for a “makeover” and our design team rallied!

Started the project choosing Reclaimed Pickled Wood Side Board and worked the room around this charming piece.

Teamed up with husband Dave to choose the sink with hardware & the lighting fixture; sure he wanted bronze & I wanted nickel but aside from that ( and you see who won….) must say pretty smooth sailing as these things go!

Recycled Wood Mirror

Found the green filigree wallpaper & had to have it; really complimented the new cabinet & I love the feeling it gives the room.

The mirror was the last piece. Since with the 7.5 foot ceilings, space was limited! See our collection of smaller mirrors on the web for tight spots!

Check out our great products made for the outside & look scrumptious inside.

How about these outdoor lights on a brick fireplace or used in an entranceway. Cool; uh???

Slate Outdoor Light, Tavern Outdoor Light,  Hammered Copper Outdoor Light

Perfect in kitchens, baths or foyers where a flush mount is the only way to go;

Federal Ceiling Light, Fleur-De-Lis Ceiling Light, Nantucket Ceiling Light

In need of nautical décor for that beach getaway great room???  Look no more!

Charleston Harbor Outdoor Light, Beacon Lantern Outdoor Light, Ships Watch Outdoor Light

From our outdoor rug collection in easy care polypropylene making them perfect for active rooms, from kitchens to mudrooms.

Vera Bradley Indoor/Outdoor Rug, Indoor/Outdoor Braids Rug

Now I am ready to crank up the AC & sit back on the chaise & watch an oldie but goodie movie Body Heat and be thankful I am inside.

Indoor/Outdoor Tropical Paradise Ceiling Fan

Whether in you live in a tropical climate or want to create a tropical décor our Indoor/Outdoor Tropical Paradise Ceiling Fan is a star. Paradise is never far away with this sophisticated indoor/outdoor tropical ceiling fan. Dark stained carved leaf fan blades are complemented by a pineapple shaped motor and optional tea stained glass bowl light kit.

Crystal Ceiling Fan Motor & Blades

Need to cool off the boudoir??? How romantic is this beauty? The perfect compromise between beautiful chandelier lighting and ceiling fan functionality! This rich library finish fan has golden accents and the addition of the crystal kit (sold separately) hides the fact that this is really a ceiling fan!

More the laid back & simple type? We’ve got your back.

60″ Simplicity Ceiling Fan

Clean lines and sleek accents give this fan the simplicity everyone is craving! Super 15 blade pitch and 60″ blade span really move the maximum amount of air.

Nautical Fan Light Kit, Drum shade Energy Efficient Fan Light Kit

Restoration style is now available in a ceiling fan!

First Class Period Ceiling Fan

Or go with a classic styling of this beauty…

Hemingway Ceiling Fan

Want to add more light under that porch fan or great room? See our extensive collection of possibilities.

We also recommend mixin’ up your own icy, cold signature beverage & sitting back under a cool breeze from your ceiling fan. For ideas on creating your signature drink visit Hostess with the Mostess everybody needs seasonal signature drinks so what are you waiting for??? Go, mix, test & invite friends over to get their stamp of approval.

Demijohn Table Lamp

Stepping Stone Rug: 4 Colors Available

Geometric Prints

]]> http://www.shadesoflight.com/inspired-spaces/editors-choice/better-homes-gardens-june-2010/feed/ http://www.shadesoflight.com/inspired-spaces/inspired-blog/then-comes-baby-in-a-baby-carriage/ http://www.shadesoflight.com/inspired-spaces/inspired-blog/then-comes-baby-in-a-baby-carriage/#comments Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:00:23 +0000 Paige http://www.shadesoflight.com/inspired-spaces/?p=2848 We love babies! Whether you are expecting your first, second or fifth child, decorating their nursery is an essential part of nesting. We have a great selections to start out or spruce up for the newest addition to the family.

Baby makes 3! Our Creative Director, Devon & her husband James are the parents of precious 5 month old Alexandra. She makes her modeling debut featured happily on our Sheepskin Rug styling & profiling for the camera man! We had such fun on her visit to our photography studio & know you will agree she really is adorable & such a natural; she really hammed it up for the camera! Too cute!!!

Pretty Pastels Mini Table Lamp 3 colors

Our Pretty Pastels Mini Table Lamp add the perfect touch to your nursery. A Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen design!

Telescoping LED Desk Lamp - 5 colors

These little lights will make a great night light for the changing table & the choice of colors are such fun! Perfect baby shower gift! LED makes this eco-friendly to get that baby on the “go green” track.

Reading Bunny Table Lamp, Reading Bunny Table Lamp, Ceramic Bunny Table Lamp - 5 colors

Bunnies remind us all of babies & our choices are oh so cute!

Pink Flower Petal Ceiling Fan, Basketball and Net Ceiling Fan

Our fans are perfect for the little Princess or Prince’s room. Have you seen anything cuter?!

Oval Variegated Braided Rug 3 Colors

Stripe Chenille Braided Rug 5 Colors

Looking for easy care & cute rugs? Look no more! We gotcha’ covered.

Congratulations to our good friends John & Sherry at Young House Love who welcomed baby Clara on May 14th. We wanted to share their good news! For more nursery ideas & too see their bundle of joy visit their site here.

Visit our Children’s Lighting & Children’s Rugs for more!

So the transformation began with my need for bright color & the family’s need for a Family Fun Room/Media Room. Found the rug & the rest just came together one, two, three; really- it all happened in 1 hour of being at the furniture market with some of our favorite supplier.

Found the rug & ottoman

Festive Plaid Rug, Festival Floral Ottoman: 3 Colors

& worked the colors of the sofa around it

Four Piece Sectional

and then turned & walked around the corner & there was the Chandelier,

Circus Tent Carnival Chandelier

next corner were the Geometric Prints! Poof! Done!

Geometric Prints : 3 Colors

Back in Richmond we got down to the details of accessories & lighting. Here is where I pulled in our Design Team. The Outdoor light for the prints just spoke to all of us; love them! The gloss white & design is so right with the prints. We decided to keep with the color story & bring in this cool table lamp in the orange & bravo! It made a huge impact.

Sizzling Colors Geometric Ceramic Table Lamp 7 colors

Deciding the wall color was even simple as we all agreed Yellow was the right choice. We went with a vibrant , buttery yellow  to keep things uplifted & crisp. The family is happy, hubby loves the chaise lounge connected to the sofa & our Loki can’t stop chasing her tail when we let her visit the new room. Not sure that is because she loves the room or she really is “Loki”

Who wouldn’t love this Geometric Ceramic Table Lamp. Trendy colors will work in the first home, apartment or loft.

Sizzling Colors Geometric Ceramic Table Lamp - 7 colors

Our Quatrefoil Metal Shades are just the thing for a charming & fun couple. What a perfect shower gift! Great for chandeliers and sconces.

5″ Quatrefoil Painted Metal Chandelier Shade

Hip & hot our Soho Dhurri rug will make things pop for any couple.

Soho Dhurrie Rug: 9 Colors Available

Vera Bradley is a fav among the young & hip and we know any couple would relish this lovely lattice lamp!

Vera Bradley - Lattice Table Lamp

Looking to really impress? Our exclusive Demijohn Table Lamp is the right choice for stepping it up a notch.

Demijohn Table Lamp - 3 colors

There are so many more ideas! Hop on over to www.ShadesofLight.com for more.

We had the distinct pleasure to have a visit from Justin Binnix the President of Niermann Weeks. He brought us a treasure of information of this fine furniture & lighting company whose “designs borrow elements from the past and reinterpret them to fit current lifestyles, aesthetically relating to both traditional and contemporary interiors.” Our showroom is adorned with exquisite pieces of their hand forged lighting that delights our design trade & intrigues our customers & staff.

We now offer these heirlooms of the future in our catalog & on our web site.

Iron & Crystal Chandelier, Vivaldi Chandelier

Justin Binnix related the story of this unique company & how it evolved beginning in 1978. It has stood the test of time & continues with a mixture of custom & over 600 standard designs. Thank you Justin for coming to visit us!

Two daughters wrote in to Rescue Me for their mother who has taken a beating with cancer and hip replacement surgeries. Rescue me is renovating her master bedroom, to help create a new, comfortable, updated sanctuary. And our Bubble Sphere Table Lamp is a perfect match for the decor!

Bubble Sphere Table Lamp

Shades of Light was chosen as the exclusive provider for lighting for the rescue house by well-know interior designer Christopher Hyland. We are happy to be able to provide the homeowners with this donation.

In this special episode of Open House: To The Rescue, George, along with top designer Christopher Hyland, comes to the rescue of a New Jersey family. Single mother of 2, Laurie lost all her furniture and belongings in a house fire last year. With just the exterior of their home as their blank slate, George and Christopher help Laurie embark on a complete home transformation.

Tune in at the following showtimes on NBC

New York: Sunday 8:30 am
Chicago: Sunday 10:30 am
Los Angeles:  Saturday 7 pm
Philadelphia:  Saturday 10 am
DC: Sunday 5:30 am
San Francisco: Sunday 3 pm
San Diego: Sunday 6:30 am
Dallas (Fort Worth) : Sunday 11 am
Miami: Sat 9 am
Hartford: Sunday 6:30 am

Tropical Breeze Ceiling Fan

We’re showcasing some of our favorite kitchen lights & paring them up with rugs that will work the look.

If traditional is your gig check out Bell Jar Cluster Pendant

Pair these up with Bronze and Clear Glass Smokebell Lantern over the table for a new spin on smokebells.

From the Paula Deen Home & Porch Rug Collection® we recommend these rugs for style & easy care.

Our Eclectic Art Glass Pendants will captivate your guest and look swell with our Tuscan Gold Ceiling Light

Keep it colorful and use our artful Chocolate & Green Soumack Rug.

Industrial decors are happening in a big way & we bet you will fall for our Screen Geometric Pendants.

Try our Screen Shade Pendant Chandelier for a coordinating combo.

Continue the trend with our Fretwork Rug

Transitional designs glow with this Jonathan Adler Pendant & Ceiling Light.

Keep it cozy with our Ornamental Ironwork Rug.

For more inspiration on Kitchen Design visit Things That Inspire.

So now that you’re thinking about kitchens; ready to cook up some yummy treats? Check out Smitten Kitchen for picture perfect ideas & wonderful recipes.

We just want to thank Jessica for posting our pendants on her blog! We LOVE the fabric that she designed! Check it out here.

When Sherry & John over at Young House Love contacted us about becoming a sponsor on their blog we jumped at the opportunity. Check it out here.

Our Early Spring Catalog is out and it is full of enticingly-warm and spicy ideas.

Captivating Mother of Pearl is the star of the show! We set these beautiful queen of the sea products against a backdrop of spicy coral walls  and fell in love with the combination.

Mother of Pearl Mosaic Chandelier - 6 Light
Mosaic mother of pearl shells in a bold traditional shape produce a glistening masterpiece! 6 arms. (30″Hx25″W)

Pendant Parade

Capiz Shell Pendant
Capiz shells cover a bulb-shaped glass for a fresh look in pendants that goes from contemporary loft to seaside cabin. (9.5″Hx6″W) 60 watts.

Capiz Shell Tumbler Pendant
Golden pearl capiz shells are layered for a sophisticated, textured look in a coastal or modern dining area! 60 watts. (7″Hx6.5″W)

Mother of Pearl Mosaic Cylinder Pendant
Glistening mother of pearl shell is fitted into a mosaic cylinder pendant. (15″Hx5″W) 60 watts.

More, you want more??? Okay, okay
Picture this!

Mother of Pearl Table Lamp
Popular mother-of-pearl mosaic reappears as a sleek cylinder that slips into seashore as well as city settings. Taupe cotton drum shade. 100 watts. (28″Hx13″W)

Mother of Pearl Pocket Sconce
The lovely mosaic design on the glass shade is made from genuine pen shell, bringing the beauty of the sea into your home. 2×60 watts. (12″Hx9″Wx5″D)

Golden Capiz Pillar Table Lamp
Hand-applied natural golden capiz shells on a rectangle column base add layered texture and warmth to coastal or modern interiors. Rectangular raffia shade. 3-way 100 watts. (26″Hx18″Wx9″D)

Natural fiber rugs are perfect to coordinate with the lovely Mother of Pearl. Our new selections include sisal & jute which are not only sustainable organic products they are trendy & hot!

Double Plaited Jute Rug
“Go green” with this sophisticated jute rug. Double plait adds texture to this natural sustainable product with serged border. Made in USA.

Sassy Sisal Stripe Rug
Clean lines of sisal combine with trendsational stripes in this cotton bordered rug. Runaway colors add just the right punch for decorative detailing.

Jute Natural Boucle Rug & Jute Terracotta Diamond Rug
Two impressive patterns in a bulky jute woven rug that will make headlines. Choose from our Terracotta Diamond or Classic Boucle or use both! Imported.

I don’t know about you but this sure puts me in a warm weather state of mind!

Photos courtesy of Young House Love

Mariee Table Lamp
Glossy white interlocking rings produce a modern “wicker” look that joins the loft to the cottage! With an ivory modified bell shade this lamp rocks!

Circle marks the spot!

Oval Ring Drum Shade Pendant
The trick to making “noncolor” and neutrals work is to mix materials and textures! And this oversized pendant has it all: painted rattan in a bright white or a gunmetal paint over a web-textured fiberglass shade.

Sophistication with a spin! Capiz Shell Shade Buffet Lamps work as a pair or can stand alone.

A polished nickel candlestick base is accented with highly-polished capiz shell at its base and neck, and topped with a unique capiz shell shade. A perfect way to add high style and warm light to your entry way or dining room buffet

Sure to start a conversation, our Crystal and Capiz Mini Chandelier is unique & happening all in one!

Softly colored capiz shells dangle from clear crystal strands off the delicate cream frame of this mini chandelier.

William Morris influence always a classic is front & center in today’s decorative projects! Subtle colors give the design full focus in this trendy area rug.

Deco Damask Rug
Deco influence is the star of hip hand-carved rug with a high low texture to accent the over scaled damask design. Warm toast field with silver mist accent in a hand-made tufted pile rug.

Click for William Morris trivia (he is credited with the evolution of brick homes)and to find out how he inspired the whole Arts & Crafts movement.