Wall Sconces: A Classic Lighting Style With Contemporary Appeal (19 photos)

There are numerous lighting options out there, but the wall sconce is one that is often forgotten. Wall-mounted lights require exact planning and wiring inside walls and are not moveable like a floor or table lamp. But they do have a long legacy and work to great effect: for a focused downlight or ambient…


Wall Sconces: A Classic Lighting Style With Contemporary Appeal (19 photos)
Wall Sconces: A Classic Lighting Style With Contemporary Appeal (19 photos)
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9 Different Ways to Incorporate a Breakfast Bar Into Your Kitchen (9 photos)

Whether you’re dreaming of a bells-and-whistles kitchen island centrepiece or a more modest breakfast bar with no cupboards underneath, there are all sorts of ways to work one of these beauties into your kitchen. Check out these nine breakfast bar designs to see if any would fit into your scheme.


9 Different Ways to Incorporate a Breakfast Bar Into Your Kitchen (9 photos)
9 Different Ways to Incorporate a Breakfast Bar Into Your Kitchen (9 photos)
Source: Houzz Kitchens

Windows of Opportunity: A Buyer's Guide to Blinds (12 photos)

If you’re looking for window treatments to provide you with adjustable light control, blinds are the way to go. In fact, a lot of the new fabric options available today are UV-resistant and offer solar protection. This means you can keep your indoor temperature comfortable without constantly needing…


Windows of Opportunity: A Buyer’s Guide to Blinds (12 photos)
Windows of Opportunity: A Buyer’s Guide to Blinds (12 photos)
Source: Houzz Kitchens