Design Home 2013, Boston magazine’s ninth Design Home project, is a true retreat by the sea. The Concordia is an ocean-front, luxury condominium situated on a beautiful stretch of ocean. The partners of the project, Paradise Construction, The Concordia, Boston…
We’re presenting a seminar on Lighting Trends 2013 as part of Boston Magazine’s Passport to Design program. Sign up and register for our seminar this Wednesday, January 9th. You could win a grand prize package worth $20,000 to design the…
Thank you to Yvonne Blacker If you could makeover one room in your home FOR FREE, which one would you choose? Would you pick out fresh new furniture with a cool Dhurrie carpet for your living room, a unique and…
courtesy of the American Lighting Association When lighting a bedroom, you will want to create an overall atmosphere of quiet relaxation, while providing some bright spots for reading and other activities. A combination of general and task lighting that takes…
Machine Blown Glass: Glass shaped by mechanically forcing air into molten glass so that it takes the shape of a mold. Matte Finish: Lamp or fixture surface finish producing a diffuse, lightly textured dull reflection. Mercury Vapor Lamp: A type…
courtesy of the American Lighting Association Outdoor lighting enhances the beauty of your property while providing safety and security. Outdoor lighting also allows you to take advantage of your outdoor spaces after dark and adds value to your home. It…
courtesy of the American Lighting Association More spacious and multifunctional than ever before, the once-utilitarian bathroom has evolved into a private retreat for relaxation, escape and self-indulgence. The right lighting can make a bathroom even more gracious. Whether built new…
From Accent to Zone lighting, we’d like to clarify some common ~ and not so common ~ lighting terms you may hear as you build or renovate your home! Hall / Foyer Fixtures: Can create a welcoming atmosphere, while providing…
As we near the end of 2011, we would like to thank our customers, friends and community for making this a shining year at Lucia Lighting & Design. We feel such a sense of gratitude to each and every one…
Courtesy of the American Lighting Association Rising gas and food prices may have put a damper on your plans to remodel this year, but there are some economical ways to update your kitchen. According to the American Lighting Association, just…
There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.
Edith Wharton
