Illuminate Your Loo: Local Lighting Picks

Lighting is one of the most impactful elements of bathroom design. In our latest issue, we curated an inspiring mix of sconces, pendants, and chandeliers that go beyond function to add atmosphere, elevate style, and transform your bathroom into a personal retreat. A layered lighting approach strikes a balance between...

The Glow Up

The Glow Up:  A Charleston homeowner's guide to layering the three main types of lighting (ambient, accent, and task) for maximum design impact. Ambient  Ambient light refers to the general lighting in a home that creates the overall ambiance with fixtures like chandeliers, pendants, and floor lamps. Three Light Beaded...

An Artist At Work

James McCleod first opened CLEOD Glass + Works in Massachusetts. With great success, he opened his showroom here in Charleston about a year ago. Photography by Callie Webster The Craftsman James McCleod grew up in California and showed interest in art at a very young age. His mother helped foster...

The Right Light Fixture for Your Space

Light fixtures are to rooms as shoes are to an outfit—they’re completely necessary, but they also provide an opportunity to accessorize and go bold; to tie a look together and show some personality. Choosing the right style of light fixture is up to you and your personal taste, but when...