Billows Lighting and Design

10/16/2026

Curious about how home design is evolving for the upcoming season? 🍂❄️ AE World just published its definitive guide to the five key interior trends to know for Fall/Winter 2026.

👉 Discover the top FW26 trends at AE World:

A Richer Earth The season’s palette takes its cues from the landscape, but these are not the muted, sandy neutrals that have dominated interiors in recent years. Instead, colour is deeper, warmer and far more enveloping. Chocolate brown, burnt terracotta, moss green, ochre and cinnamon bring an im...

10/15/2026

Planning to host family dinners or holiday gatherings this season? 🍽️✨ Nothing sets the mood quite like a showstopping dining room fixture.

Whether your space calls for a dramatic linear chandelier over a long rectangular table or an organic woven pendant for a round dining nook, getting the proportion and hanging height right is essential for comfortable dinner conversation.

📩 How we help: Meet with one of our lighting experts in our showroom or online! We’ll review your table size and ceiling height to curate the perfect dining focal point.

10/15/2026

To keep trick-or-treaters and autumn guests safe from trips and falls, use low-voltage pathway lights or embedded LED step lights along your driveways and stairs. Proper path lighting eliminates deep, deceptive shadows cast by overgrown bushes or uneven autumn leaves, ensuring a clear, welcoming path to your front door.

10/13/2026

Feeling that shift in the air? 🍂 Before you unpack all your autumn accents, check out Yahoo's curated list of the biggest home decor trends we see coming this fall!

👉 Get all the fall design inspiration at Yahoo:

Believe it or not, autumn officially starts next week. This week, we asked four designers what they predict will be big in the upcoming season.

10/13/2026

As shorter autumn days set in, your entryway becomes the stage for cozy evenings and holiday arrivals. Here are 4 simple steps to light up your foyer this season!

👉 Read the full guide on our blog: https://billowslightinganddesign.com/blog/4-steps-to-lighting-your-entryway-this-fall-season/

10/11/2026

Don't shrink your outdoor fixtures!

Flanking a front door with larger, classic carriage lanterns creates clean architectural symmetry, frames your entrance, and keeps walkways and steps safely lit. Pairing black metal sconces with crisp white siding or soft blue doors adds a timeless, high-contrast look that elevates your curb appeal day and night.

Are your front porch lights ready for earlier sunsets?

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10/09/2026

When choosing vanity sconces, look for fixtures that offer reversible mounting! Pointing shades upward creates a soft, ambient glow that bounces off the ceiling, while mounting them downward delivers focused, shadow-free task light right where you need it for getting ready.

Which orientation do you prefer next to the mirror—up or down? Drop a ⬆️ or ⬇️ below!

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10/09/2026

The secret to a warm, inviting living space is creating "pockets" of light—using mirror lights, stylish sconces, and dimmable central fixtures.

📩 How we help: Send us snaps of your living room or bring in your floor plans, and we’ll create a custom room plan that covers every corner—and we’ll do all the shopping for you!

10/08/2026

If your space feels dark or shadowy, add a pair of matching table lamps on your side tables or an arc floor lamp next to your favorite armchair. Keeping your light sources at or below eye level mimics the comforting glow of a crackling fireplace and creates an instant, relaxing evening vibe.

10/06/2026

From the return of dramatic sculptural forms to innovative, integrated technologies, these trends are redefining how we illuminate our spaces. Whether you're planning a full renovation or just looking to update your living room's vibe, this list is packed with inspiration to get you ahead of the curve.

💡 Read the full article on Houzz:

From sculptural wood to geometric framing, lighting designers are elevating structure into a defining feature