If the sconces are more opaque and being used to provide ambient light, then they can mount slightly higher on the wall: 7 feet to 8 feet for a 10-foot ceiling. Sconces in the bathroom are a different ...

It’s true that lighting can make or break a space. If you’ve ever been in a beautifully furnished room with harsh fluorescent overhead lighting, you’ve experienced the problem first-hand. We tend to ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Lighting is part of this delicate equation. The right lights ...

A fireplace is often the focal point of a room, and so the wall directly above it often feels like it needs something. A piece of art or a mirror are the traditional choices, but how do you choose the ...

First-time visitors to Evangeline, the design-forward rooftop bar at Toronto’s Ace Hotel, are often struck by the sense of intimacy that radiates through the room. While flickering fireplaces, a ...

When it comes to decorating with wall sconces, making your own is one sure-fire way to guarantee that the ambient lighting you have in a room matches its decorating style. Such a task doesn't even ...

Like many people, I have a serious aversion to overhead lighting. It’s not just that it casts the most unflattering shadows, it’s just that it feels all wrong. If the Big Light is on, everything feels ...

There's something so charming and homey about wall sconces. However, having them installed in your home can be expensive and somewhat disruptive. That's why opting for a cordless, rechargeable light ...

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Despite being one of the earliest forms of interior lighting, wall sconces remain an underrated lighting option in modern homes. Once essential for holding torches, oil lamps, and wax candles, they’ve ...