Posts tagged: lightlayering


Layered Lighting

By DIY Maven

A while back I wrote an article about 'light layering', which outlined the practice of using various types of lighting fixtures to illuminate a room properly. 'Light layers', in the context of this post, are much more literal. From Ylighting, add one of these fixtures to any room for instant texture.

This Twister Drop Pendant ($313) is available in a rainbow of colors,

March 26, 2009
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The Sweet Science of Light Layering

By DIY Maven

According to lighting experts, a room cannot be illuminated by one ceiling fixture alone. At least not properly. It is suggested that various types of fixtures be combined to light a room well. The popular term for this technique is "light layering."

A Layered Confection

Think of lighting as a big cake that consists of three layers plus a good dollop of pretty frosting. Each layer does its job in forming the overall structure.

Layer #1

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February 26, 2007
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