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Unexpected Bathroom Moves Pegasus Lighting Roundup for August 23 to September 23

Photo from the "Unexpected Bathroom Moves" post

In lighting news…

What is driving the outdoor LED lighting revolution? According to venture capitalist Jeff Bocan, factors include improving product quality, cost-competitiveness, stimulus funding, education, and the green movement.

The National Kitchen and Bath Association recently released the top kitchen and bath trends for 2010.

Did you know… outdoor lighting reduces the risk of burglary by 50 to 70 percent?

In lighting tips…

Interior design blog posts with trends and photos are always remodeling inspirations. Discover fresh ideas for remodeling the master bathroom with this post on unexpected bathroom moves, quit your gym membership and read 10 tips for designing a home exercise space, or create the ideal multi-tasking area with this recipe for great kitchen lighting. Continue reading »

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Small Kitchens, Be Gone!

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Sep 152010

Homeowners approach kitchen designers all the time with those three familiar words: “it’s too small.” Since it’s not always in the budget to knock out the walls, cut the living room square footage in half, and create a massive dream kitchen from scratch, designers usually have to come up with a few other ideas.

Listed below are solutions for tackling that too-small kitchen. Let me know if I missed any in the comments!

Paint Lightly: Rooms painted with a lighter color will feel more open. Try to gravitate toward colors like light blue, white, yellow, or beige. This applies not only to walls but also to cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Dark colors have a way of visually closing in your space. Continue reading »

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Thomas Kinkade, Before & After

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Sep 082010

My last post was about artwork lighting, so I thought it would be perfect to show these photos of a Thomas Kinkade painting, before and after a lighting remodel project.

Thomas Kinkade is known as the “Painter of Light,” so it’s only appropriate that his works of art are properly showcased with accent lighting.

As you can see in the “Before” photo, the painting hangs over a brick mantel with no accent lighting of any kind. (The reflection on the lower part of the painting was caused by the camera flash).

Before

After

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Lighting Artwork: A How-To Guide

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Sep 072010

It’s impossible to show off the full effect of a piece of artwork without proper lighting. If a framed painting or photograph is ensconced in shadows, it will appear dull and flat. Why buy an expensive piece of artwork without displaying it in the best light?

Whether you’re a designer, contractor, or homeowner, adding picture lights to emphasize the details and color in wall art will enhance the ambiance of any room.
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Pegasus Lighting Helps Build Hope on Elizabeth Street

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Jul 202010

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Habitat for Humanity house in Durham NC Pegasus Lighting Helps Build Hope on Elizabeth Street We are excited to announce that our recent donation to Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers, Inc. (TROSA) is helping them complete their newest housing project in Durham, NC!

TROSA is a two-year, comprehensive residential substance abuse recovery program. It is a non-profit organization, and provides all care, food, clothing, and housing to its 375 residents free of charge for the duration of the program. Providing housing for 375 residents is certainly a challenge. TROSA is currently undertaking a major expansion of its campus to fulfill needs.

We offered to provide recessed lighting for their project on Elizabeth Street in Durham, NC. The house, which was originally built in the 1920’s, has been undergoing major renovations for the past two years. After the refurbishments are finally complete, seventeen residents will live in the house.

We donated eighteen recessed shower trims and housings for the house’s four bathrooms, and the project is now expected to be complete within the next few weeks!

To find out more about the organization or to make a donation, visit the TROSA website. To find out more about the Elizabeth Street project, check out our press release.

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Generous Donation from Pegasus Associates Lighting Helps Complete Reconstruction

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Jul 202010

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RALEIGH, NC, July 20, 2010 – When Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers, Inc. (TROSA) sought out various building materials for their newest housing project, Pegasus Associates Lighting offered to provide recessed lighting for the house’s four bathrooms. The donation of eighteen recessed shower trims and housings, a $600 value, helped TROSA put a three-week estimated completion date on refurbishment.

The “Elizabeth Street House” in Durham, NC will house 17 residents in the substance abuse recovery program. Greg Fenn, In-Kind Donations Manager at TROSA, said that restoring the building has been a long and difficult process. The original house was built in the 1920’s.

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How to Choose Under Cabinet Lighting

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Jul 152010

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If you’re only going to choose just one lighting feature to add your kitchen, make it under cabinet lighting. It provides task lighting for your countertops to make them ideal for food preparation and cooking, it illuminates the backsplash on your wall to create beautiful accent lighting, and it can also be used as night lighting for your kitchen. Once you install under cabinet lighting, you’ll never want to go back.

Many lighting designers talk about creating “layers of light” for your kitchen. Under cabinet lighting serves as a crucial “layer” for great design.

That being said, there are a ton of options to choose from. How do you know what style of under cabinet lighting is right for your kitchen? Hopefully, this guide will make it a little easier to make your selection.

It’s a good idea to choose your light source first.

1. Fluorescent, Xenon, or LED?

Microfluorescent T4 Under Cabinet Lights How to Choose Under Cabinet Lighting

Fluorescent Under Cabinet Lights

Fluorescent under cabinet lights are the most energy efficient in providing a given amount of light. Moreover, fluorescent light sources give off very little heat. This is a great feature depending on what is stored in the cabinet immediately above the under cabinet fixture or, perhaps, what is lying 12 to 18 inches below the light. While most fluorescent fixtures cannot be dimmed, they can be a wonderful, inexpensive option. In addition, our Microfluorescent Fixtures or Fluorescent Swivel Sticks are probably the easiest products to install – a definite plus. Continue reading »

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Step Lights: A Bright Idea

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May 122010

The last thing you want to face when coming home late at night is stumbling over a flight of dark steps and fumbling blindly for the keys. Outdoor lighting is really a matter of safety. Of course, the glow of step lights does provide a nice aesthetic appeal, but the more important issue is whether you feel secure finding your way inside if it’s pitch black.

If your outdoor lighting is in dire need of an update, determine which step lights are right for you.

If you’re looking for an effortless install:

The LED Battery Operated Step Light includes a simple mounting plate with two screws, no wiring required. It’s motion sensor activated and switches to a low-glow mode to conserve battery power when no motion is detected. It’s a single bright white LED light that can be mounted anywhere you need light. Battery power will last over a year, and the design is completely weatherproof.

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The Pegasus Lighting Roundup for Mar 29 to Apr 16

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Apr 162010

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A photo from lighting designer Eddie Cohen's tips on improving task lighting in the kitchen

There’s been a lot of speculation in the news lately about LED lighting. Research teams are working to improve it, market analysts say it still faces challenges, and the lighting industry in general is scrambling to release affordable products. Meanwhile, remodeling growth is back, according to a report released by Harvard University. Read on to find out more in our Lighting Roundup!

In lighting news…

For the first time since 2006, home improvement spending is on the upswing. 2010’s annual growth will be five percent, and the positive trend is expected to continue in 2011.
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Planning Your Kitchen Lighting – 8 Easy Steps

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Apr 012010

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1. Set a budget. Think about what you can afford and don’t forget to account for costs of labor if you end up having to hire an electrician.

2. Find out what your current circuit in the kitchen can handle. In order to do this, multiply the amps by the volts. Most circuits have 120 volts. So if your circuit was 15 amps, you’d multiply 15×120. That amounts to 1800 – the total number of watts your kitchen circuit can handle. It’s a good rule of thumb to use your circuit up to 80 percent of its capacity.

3. Consider the condition of your current wiring. If you’re in an older home, you might consider rewiring the room (this is where you should contact an electrician if you don’t have experience).

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