We get questions all the time from new homeowners about where to start with lighting their home. Itcan be pretty overwhelming at first – what’s the difference between a pendant and a chandelier? Whatsize Island Lighting do I need over my dining room table? Why do you offer four different sizes of thesame vanity light and which do I buy for my bathroom? All valid questions, and all very confusing forthose approaching hardwire for the first time. Here’s a breakdown of the major types of hardwirelighting, and how to apply them in your home.ChandeliersChandeliers are large, focal point fixtures, hung from a single wire in the ceiling. Usually,a Chandelier is the centerpiece of a room, though some more modern chandeliers thatare not symmetrical are used in other spaces. The most common places chandeliers arefound are front entryways, dining room tables, or the center of a living room. IslandChandeliers are a subset of chandeliers, and are typically longer, more rectangularchandeliers made ...

Outdoor lighting can completely change how your exterior spaces function and feel. Get it right, and your patio, porch, or entry feels finished and easy to use. Get it wrong, and it ends up feeling too dark, too harsh, or disconnected from the rest of your home. As outdoor areas have evolved into real living spaces, lighting has had to keep up. It’s no longer just about visibility. The right outdoor lighting helps define your space, improve functionality, and create a cohesive look across your exterior.Most outdoor spaces don’t rely on a single light. They work best when you layer different fixture types together. Wall lanterns give your home structure, pendants help define key areas, and additional lighting fills in gaps where overhead light alone falls short. When everything works together, the space feels intentional instead of pieced together.Rue De Royal: A Distinctive, Architectural Outdoor Lantern StyleTraditional outdoor lighting, especially lantern-style fixtures, remai...