Comments on: Light my Living Room: On a Mission for Style

By: In Sebranek

In Sebranek — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:38:53 +0000

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By: kathi mann

kathi mann — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 16:08:43 +0000

“Torchere” is a disc type lamp that illuminates upward, no your floor lamp does not qualify.
How was the estate sale?

By: julia@lookiloos

julia@lookiloos — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:32:48 +0000

Debra, hadn’t thought of grandma’s lamp on Asian credenza. That’s a good idea with a different shade. And I’m with you on the couch. I’ve got the same issues with it. But a new one is not in the budget now. As for my Kelly Wearstler obsession? God help me.

By: Debra

Debra — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:44:17 +0000

I would place the grandma’s lamp on the asian credenza and purchase a drum shade from Anthropologie, they have great sales on them, or one from pottery barn. The scale seems much better for the piece. In addition, your room seems a little heavy on the leather sofa, large floor lamp side. As for Kelly, think twice she’s pretty overrated.

By: julia@lookiloos

julia@lookiloos — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:20:16 +0000

Well, the saga continues, ladies. I found a retro end table, but my husband says it’s too bulky for the space. Now I’m thinking maybe it can go in the den. Thanks Kathi (my favorite designer) for your lighting tips. Please ‘illuminate’ me about ‘no torcheres in the corner.’ Is my floor lamp a torchere? ‘Cuz it’s in the corner.

By: vicki petulla

vicki petulla — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:38:42 +0000

The lamp from the attic is very nice! So many ideas for lighting. Hanging lamps are very nice and can be hung in corners or over any tables. Still would love to see your home= Love your inspirational pic- I see you with it too!

By: kathi mann

kathi mann — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:58:03 +0000

Wish were were discussing over a glass of wine…
Lighting…first think of the function that the lamp needs to serve. Reading, ambient, task, etc.
and choose the lamp and it’s shade accordingly. Remember, a dark color shade will not permeate the shade, only allow upward and downward light.
The lamp pictured on the asian credenza is too small….maybe a pair of lamps or definitely something larger.
Grandma’s lamp…paint it or silverleaf it….add a new linen or silk shade with trim.
(Blaine’s Lighting has shades and harps in stock, and will correct any electrical issues~ bring your lamp with you!) But, keep in mind it needs to be put on a table that is in proportion to the lamp.
ie…lamp shade should not project past the table surface.

It also looks like you could use some sparkle…glass lamps, mercury or venetian glass…
Last word…no torchere lamps in the corner!
Happy shopping and may Kelly W. be on your shoulder!

By: rebecca sweet

rebecca sweet — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:49:11 +0000

Hi Julia!

I love that lamp from your attic – I would SO use it. It’s not easy figuring out the lighting in a room. In fact, I just re-did one of our rooms, and found finding the right lamp was the hardest part of the whole process! A great place to look for lampshades – Anthropologie…the one in Palo Alto has a great selection. The lampshades at Restoration Hardward are nice, too, but not as creative.

Hope all is well with you! – Rebecca