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As we head into fall, the days get shorter and the nights are getting longer, which means one thing: it’s time to rethink your home’s lighting. And, as Country Living’s Senior Homes & Style Editor, ...

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Proper lighting is essential for any home. Without it, there would be no color, and when there isn’t enough, it dampens the energy of a room and depresses your spirit. That’s why it’s important to ...

The simplest things can make or break the design of a room. You might have beautiful furniture, art and flooring, but if the ambience still feels off, lighting is the likely culprit. Light inside our ...

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