Lamps
Why a Lampshade Changes the Light You Notice
Learn how lampshade shape, openings and material alter the light around a lamp, so you can choose a shade that suits…
The reading room
All pieces
Browse explorations of daylight, lamps, bulbs, room plans and the small habits that change how light feels at home.
Room Plans
One Bright Room or Several Pools of Light?
Compare even room lighting with several pools of light, then plan a layout that supports reading, conversation and…
Light Habits
Before the Switch: A Brief History of Domestic Lighting
Domestic lighting history shows how candles, gas and electricity reshaped household routines, revealing why the light…
Bulbs
Why Bulbs That Look the Same on the Box Can Look Different at Home
Learn why matching bulbs can look different at home, and compare colour, rendering, dimming and shape before choosing…
Daylight
A Window-Side Afternoon: A Small Daylight Observation
A window-side daylight observation helps you notice when sun, shadows and reflections change one corner, so you can…
Our point of view
Light is part of how a room tells its story
A lamp can make a familiar corner feel new, while daylight redraws it without asking. We look at the details, try ideas on paper and leave room for personal taste.