You know it. You may even hate it: cold and impersonal builder-grade lighting. It's everywhere. From recessed can lights that dot every ceiling to the infamous "boob light," a glass dome fixture ...

Modern lighting design is about more than building codes and energy efficiency. While those are essential components of any commercial smart lighting control project, the best installations also ...

Layered lighting plans in kitchens and baths enhance health, safety and comfort. Lighting is too often an afterthought in home improvement projects. And that’s to the detriment of the room and, ...

I asked my sister, who has a fabulous garden, what she was doing this time of year in her garden. She said that at this time of year she does a lot of garden design from her windows. She said she ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. When designing or decorating a home, much thought is given to the colors, ...

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, ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

In a competitive construction market and tight economy, clients are looking for both the right price and the right partner—a contractor who’s concerned about their long-term satisfaction and return on ...