Lighting By Jean

  For anyone who enjoys the unique look of class and distinction a bronze chandelier may be just the missing piece you need to complete your décor.  And it doesn’t have to be bronze chandelier, either.  In the Lighting by Jean collection you’ll find a wealth of great options for new and creative ways to embellish your own personal style.  And with Jean’s expert help and professional assistance you’ll be enjoying your new lighting in no time.

Add in the fast, affordable shipping and you’ve got a value that won’t soon be beaten.  Why spend time in enormous warehouse stores waiting in line for someone to “help” you when you can get better products with better service at a better price right here at your fingertips?  There’s simply no good reason to spend your time wading through hundreds of lighting choices, none of which you like, only to find that the one you’ve chosen isn’t in stock!  Avoid the mega-store shuffle and get all of your lighting needs take care with ease and convenience.

I’ve come to notice a resurgence in the use of track lights for a number of non-traditional applications. Specifically I’m noticing a huge increase in the number of restaurants that are using them as well as lots of other places.  Track lights have the unique character of being finely adjustable.  You can point the brightest portion of the light to the place of your choosing, and with the intensity of the halogen bulbs you can achieve very warm, comforting lighting effects anywhere.

Whether it’s your house, your workshop or your office – track lighting represents a uniquely affordable way to light up anyone’s life.  In the kitchen especially, track lighting is great for the professional chef at home or just for those who really enjoy creating a fantastic family meal.  Track lighting is truly versatile whatever your needs.

   “Light fixtures are the jewelery of a room.”   

Scott Richter, architect and furniture designer of the Montreal-based firm Jennifer Scott, was asked by Liza Finlay, of Style at Home magazine, (March, 2008),  “does lighting play a large part in your interiors and products?” His answer shows that we are on the right track when we pay particular attention to the shape and quality of lighting fixtures we include in our décor.  He said:  Light fixtures are the jewelery of a room.  Any architect will tell you that light is an integral part of design: it creates drama and contrast, that “wow”. Space is made up of material and light—that’s it.  There are only two kinds of light: the kind that exists and the kind that we create artificially.  With light fixtures, we can push the fanciful aspect.  It’s our opportunity to be expressive. Liza also asked him how to light a small space.  Scott Richler:  Lighting a small space, or any space, really is purpose-driven.  The way a space is lit should be dictated by its intended use.  I’d start by lighting the walls of a smaller room to open it up.  If you’re using conventional recessed lights, place them closer to where the walls and ceiling meet, instead of in the middle of the ceiling.  I’d avoid hanging  any fixtures that are out of scale.  For example, if you hang a chandelier that’s too large, it will be obvious.

    You have made the decision to install a modern ceiling fan in your bedroom.  It will pull the warm air down from the ceiling in the winter and keep the room cozy.  In the summer, it will help you sleep by cooling off the air.  It will look so smashing with a satin nickel finish, and a lovely light hanging from the centre.

OK, but what size do you need?  If your bedroom is 10′ by 12′, you will need a 38″ to 44″ diameter fan.  If it is bigger, say 12″ by 14″ you will need a 50″ to 60″ diameter fan.

Fortunately, lightingbyjean.com website has fans in just that size and in several styles and finishes.  Click on the link and shop for just what you need.

One rule that can help you decide is this:  keep the general shape of your fixture consistent with the rest of your lighting.

 There are so many shapes in modern lighting fixtures…they can be angular, industrial, curvy, flirty…how do you decide?

Usually, if your track light glass is square, then you would probably look for an angular shade in a new floor lamp.  A room with edgy industrial track lights is probably not the place to include a chandelier with flirty, soft-looking shades.

However, like any rule, too strict adherence to this one can result in a bland room…horrors!!  Sometimes the floor lamp with angular lines in its stand and a square shade can harmonize with that glass-less track light.  A Tiffany shade might be just the thing to crown a new table lamp in a room with a modern crystal chandelier.

Ultimately, your own fashion and style sense will tell you whether to follow or break the rules.  Look at the total effect and go for it!

Modern pendant lights offer a very special kind of stylish, versatile lighting effect.  Choose a cluster of three mini pendants to add drama to an otherwise dark corner of your living room. Contemporary pendant lights in your kitchen make your island a place where people want to gather and chat. 

Since there are no awkward cords or ugly plug-ins to confuse sight lines, hanging pendants create a peaceful, restful mood when used as bedside lights.  You can use soft coloured bulbs to set a scene or complete a decor plan.

 Modern hanging lights come in a wide variety of finishes, with various glass types.  Some have downward facing bowls, while others have upward facing, offering an ambient light to flow through special glass, setting a soft mood. 

Browse lightingbyjean.com to discover lighting ideas.  Our power-saving technology will help you to preserve a bit of our precious environment.

Modern ceiling fans have been added to the lightingbyjean.com website.  We feature several styles, sizes and colours of fans, one or more of which will add just the right touch of glamour to your rooms.  The best part is that you will be saving on electricity, and keeping your rooms either cool, or warm, depending on your preference.  Check it out.

Contemporary track lights: the solution to the space crunch that many condo owners face. Suspend two or three over a dark spot in your living room…they don’t take up any floor space. Suspend one on each side of your bed…no ugly cords to hide, and instant sophistication in your decor.