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Designer home lighting is not simply a way to illuminate your home, but it is a way to add character and style to it. If you have a theme in mind for your interior design, make sure to find the matching light fixtures. A good balanced home means that you have good illumination to carry out your daily tasks along with being able to create a specific atmosphere.
If you are going for a classic American interior, look for furnishings that will complement each other all the while emulating that specific design. Colonial style generally brings forth the image of old English settlements in the U.S. several hundred years ago. There are several elements that do set it apart from other designs. These mostly include: symmetry (matching designs), elaborate molding and adornments, elegant furniture, candles/candlesticks, pewter and a color palette that consists of muted colors.
To truly get an old world colonial feel in your living area, you also need to replicate the period in the furniture and the accessories. This is where the design of the light fixture will serve you best. A fixture that is made in the American classic style can give your room the detail that brings it all together in a bold, but not overpowering manner. You want to lightly accent the area with the specific style, but you don't want to drown your home in everything colonial. Small details is what make the design style come through, so don't overdo it by buying everything that resembles the colonial style.
A brand that excels in this particular style is Hudson Valley Lighting and more specifically their Williamsburg Collection. It is inspired by the extensive antiques of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. This line has managed to fuse attention with authenticity and a modern look. The detailing is very intricately done and it has all been scaled down to fit a modern home. A brand which is considered a leader in the traditional and restorative light market is increasingly becoming known for its contemporary pieces as well. They are all high-quality and well-crafted fixtures that will fit many homes.
