There are 3 broad categories of lighting styles; traditional lighting, contemporary lighting, and modern lighting. When choosing a light fixture for your home, it is important to determine the overall style of the furnishings and décor, and find light fixtures that matches the current décor.
Traditional Lighting Traditional lighting traces its origins to the 16th -19th century design. Most traditional style homes borrow from different traditional eras. To best match this type of décor, light fixtures that best match the era should be selected.Modern Lighting Modern style is a broad term referring to 20th century approaches to design. This may represent the art deco style fixtures to the more colorful styles of the 60’s and 70’s. In this style of lighting, more modern materials and trends are represented.Contemporary Lighting This style represents the most recent and current trend in lighting and use of materials.
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