Take advice from the HGTV home-reno pro, who just launched her own lighting collection.
The couple even just launched their own line of 13 lighting fixtures, theErin & Ben Co.
Lighting Collection, with Virginia-based Shades of Light.
Credit:Courtesy of Shades of Light
“A house shouldn’t feel like it’s wearing afarmhouseor mid-century modern uniform.”
Lighting is not a one-size-fits-all approach.
“I think that’s what makes a house feel really lived in beautifully.”
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Kate Malpeli
“Why do we care so much about matching things?
I don’t really care for it.”
Scale Up
“I think oversized is always better than undersized,” says Erin.
Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Lindsey Ellis Beatty.
“A light that’s bigger is so much better than a light that’s too small.”
“Really get an understanding of the measurements before you select a piece.
Measure twice, cut once, right?
Credit:Larsen & Talbert
“If you think it’s a little too big, its probably just right!”
Pay Attention To Your Light Bulbs
“Light bulbs matter so much!”
says Erin, who prefers incandescent bulbs.
While those can be harder to find these days, always opt for a soft or warm white bulb.
“Can we just totally ban the daylight-colored light bulbs?,” she jokes.
“Start with the windows.
Where do we need a task light?”
They should always add warmth and improve the ambiance,” says Erin.
“Layering with lamps is key!”
