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Lumens: 20 Years of Defining Design

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FEATURED

The Style Quiz

Welcome Home: Your Guide to New Beginnings

The Ledger

Now Sourcing: Custom and Made-to-Order Furniture

The Lumens Guide to Sustainability in Design

NEWS

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Lumens Design Experience: inside 3daysofdesign

An inside look at our design journey to Copenhagen.

The Ledger

The Best of 2023: The Moments That Defined Lumens This Year

2023 was another big year for Lumens, filled with innovation and engagement within the lighting and design world. Sustainability and collaboration became central themes of the year, as we reconnected with designers here in California, in New York City and around the world.

The Ledger

Meet the Makers: The Best Interviews of 2023

The Network

A Path from Past to Future: Marcel Wanders at Lumens Design Experience

Marcel Wanders delivers a keynote talk with host Dan Rubinstein at the closing event of Lumens Design Experience 2023.

The Network

Emerging Designers Panel – Hosted by Dan Rubinstein

The Grand Tourist's Dan Rubinstein interviews emerging designers Amanda Gunawan and Julien Sebban at NeueHouse in New York City during the inaugural Lumens Design Experience.

The Network

ILLUMINATED X 3: Design Discussions Hosted by Cindy Allen

Interior Design Editor-in-Chief Cindy Allen sits down with designers Michael Anastassiades, Colin King and Øivind Slaatto at the Lumens Design Experience 2023.

The Look

Natural + Organic Elements in Design

From the unpolished beech wood that defines Scandinavian minimalism to smooth marble pieces redolent of Rome, natural and organic materials have the capacity to inject life into interiors of all shapes and sizes

The Look

Get the Nook for Your Look

Maximize a small space's potential with accent furniture to transform any corner into a fun and functional nook.

The Look

California Modern Design: From Mid-Century to This Century

With elements of mid-century modern, minimalism and a bohemian touch, the California Modern style encapsulates the energy, ingenuity and creativity of the Golden State.

The Look

Bending Light: Modern Luxury, Modern Crystal

Today, designers are using crystal in sleek, modern ways while still harnessing the unique luster produced by traditional glass-blowing methods.

Inspiration

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The Makers

Wesley Moon: A Day in the Life

Interior designer and architect Wesley Moon's purpose-driven approach beautifully collides with his timeless aesthetic and client-first approach

The Innovators

Wesley Moon’s Key Ingredient for Great Design: Symbiosis

Combining degrees in architecture and design, NYC-based designer Wesley Moon is an A+D tour-de-force.

The Innovators

Wesley Moon Designs a Summer Retreat

Lumens Innovators Council member Wesley Moon is a New York-based interior designer with a background in both architecture and design whose work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Wall Street Journal and more.

The Designs

Behind the Design: Skynest by Marcel Wanders for FLOS

We sat down with Marcel during the Lumens Design Experience in New York City to learn more about the inner workings of this stunning pendant and how he stays inspired after creating over 1,900 unique pieces.

The Makers

Marcel Wanders on Passion, Inspiration and Humanistic Design

We interviewed Wanders in New York during the Lumens Design Experience to hear more about the legendary designer’s approach to technology, co-founding the design house Moooi and his latest masterful design, the Skynest for FLOS.

The Makers

New Design Leadership at SONNEMAN: Nuno Pires da Silva

Stepping into lead the design studio is Nuno Pires da Silva with a bold new vision for the lighting brand SONNEMAN, synonymous with its pioneering founder, Robert Sonneman.

The Innovators

Victoria Tonelli on Her Interior Design Process and How Great Design Can Be Life-Changing

Victoria Tonelli isn’t afraid to sweat the small stuff. Instead, the Toronto-based designer believes we should all focus on the details—especially when it comes to design, because great design can be life-changing.

The Innovators

Victoria Tonelli: A Day in the Life

Lumens tagged along with Victoria on a day in Toronto, staging a finished design, explaining her process and going live on set with Canadian TV morning show Breakfast Television.

Ideas + Advice

Guides

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The Guides

Understanding Color Rendering Index

CRI is the measurement of how light affects how you see color. Understanding the CRI in your bulbs and fixtures plays an important role in your home's appearance.

The Guides

Entertaining Outdoors: Designing Rooftop Lounges, Cafes and More

Offering glimmering skyscraper and sunset views, a seemingly simple, but unused space can be transformed into a rooftop oasis for gathering and entertaining.

The Guides

Go Cordless: Portable Outdoor Lights

Portable lights expand your living space, going wherever you do. Check out some of our favorite portable outdoor lights that add flair to the open air.

The Guides

LED Lighting Buyer’s Guide

LED stands for Light Emitting Diode. This is light produced using a semiconductor in a process called electroluminescence.

The Designs

The History of the Light Bulb

From Thomas Edison to LED, the light bulb has quite the story to tell.

The Designs

The Evolution of the Task Lamp

Just past one hundred years old as we know them, the omnipresent task lamp has undergone quite the transformation.

The Guides

Lighting for Health, Mood and Well-being

Light can affect more than just mood. We’ll walk through important health considerations while planning ideal lighting solutions.

The Guides

Lighting for Aging Eyes

While aging eyes need two to five times as much lighting support than their younger selves, a smart home lighting plan will help reduce the impacts of strained vision while improving overall health.

The Look

Creative Illumination: Lighting as Art

At the intersection of light and shadow arises the opportunity to transform an ordinary wall into a work of art.

The Guides

Dark Sky Compliance + The Future of Outdoor Lighting

The International Dark-Sky Association (IDSA) has been the recognized global authority on light pollution, and in recent years, the organization has set forth a set of standards to guide the lighting industry towards more environmentally-responsible lighting design—Dark Sky compliance.

The Look

Get the Nook for Your Look

Maximize a small space's potential with accent furniture to transform any corner into a fun and functional nook.

The Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Accent Furniture

While full-time furniture like lounge chairs and dining sets have long held the spotlight, waiting in the wings is the unsung hero of home décor: accent furniture.

The Guides

Bathroom Vanity Lighting Buyer’s Guide

More than any other room in the home, the bathroom requires lighting for specific functions that aren’t performed anywhere else. Make sure you’re prepared and informed about how to properly light a vanity with our guide.

The Guides

Rug Buyer’s Guide

Our rug buyer’s guide will show you how to find the right rug size for the room, how to place it, decide which material works best and see the differences between various weaving techniques.

The Guides

Smart Fan Buyer’s Guide

Smart Fans help lower energy costs related to running heating and air conditioning with sophisticated sensors that integrate with thermostats, as well as remote controls operable through smart devices and apps.

The Guides

Buyer’s Guide To Dimmers

Find tips and advice on how to choose light dimmers and controls. We answer common questions with light dimmers to help you choose the right controls for your fixtures.

The Guides

How to Choose an Office Chair

As working from home becomes more of a modern lifestyle choice, finding the right office chair is key to your productivity and well-being.

The Guides

How to Mix and Match Your Dining Chairs and Table

A well-styled modern dining room doesn’t always come right out of the box. Mixing and matching furniture pieces gives a room some soul, and following a few guidelines will keep the room looking cool rather than chaotic.

The Guides

How to Style Outdoor Hanging Lights

Whether hanging above outdoor restaurants or over balconies, outdoor lights are the way to light up virtually any outdoor space easily.

The Guides

How to Light a Modern Bedroom

In this bedroom lighting guide, we will go over basic bedroom lighting tips and how to layer bedroom lights. This includes picking the right bulbs for desired brightness and color temperature.

The Guides

How to Light a Kitchen

Learn how to create the perfect kitchen lighting design. From fixtures to placement, get the design tips you need for a complete kitchen lighting scheme.

The Guides

How to Choose a Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans come in a nearly endless array of sizes, blade counts and finishes, so choosing the right ceiling fan comes down to size, looks and efficiency.

The Ledger

Now Sourcing: Custom and Made-to-Order Furniture

Custom and made-to-order furniture enables A+D professionals to curate spaces that resonate with sophistication and luxury for their clients.

The Guides

Designing a Modern Game Room

The hub for social bonding, competition among friends, unwinding with drinks and, most importantly, fun—the modern game room is the place to be.

The Guides

How to Light a Modern Bedroom

In this bedroom lighting guide, we will go over basic bedroom lighting tips and how to layer bedroom lights. This includes picking the right bulbs for desired brightness and color temperature.

The Guides

How to Light a Kitchen

Learn how to create the perfect kitchen lighting design. From fixtures to placement, get the design tips you need for a complete kitchen lighting scheme.

The Guides

How to Choose a Dining Table: Shape, Size and More

The dining table is a gathering place, during busy days, celebrations, hosting and more. Here’s how to choose a dining table by shape, size and how many people it can seat.

The Guides

How to Light a Home Office

In a home office, lighting is key to help you tackle any task. See our best ideas for getting your home office lighting just right

Design
Brand Stories

The Brands

In-depth stories about our most iconic brands

Behind the Designs of Zafferano’s Pina Pro and Poldina Collection

Hailed by the New York Times

Cherner Chair Company’s Iconic Cherner Chair

Norman Cherner’s shapely, molded plywood chair,

Behind the Designs of 10 Iconic Dining Chairs

Whether you’re redesigning a formal dining

The Icons Collection by Audo Copenhagen

Audo Copenhagen’s Icons collection showcases the

Authenticity in Design: Camaleonda, Le Bambole and Serie UP

Meet three iconic B&B Italia designs

Componibili: Anna Castelli Ferrieri’s Revolutionary Bestseller

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