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A Bright Idea: Lighten Up, Philadelphia

Artemide LightingIt's a foggy, misty day in Philadelphia. How to brighten the outlook? With the power of electricity and design, of course. Lighting is so important in how a home looks, whether you're trying to sell it or you just moved in. A new place may need completely different lighting depending on your windows and what direction you are facing. We looked to a few well-lit sources for lighting ideas beyond your typical dust-catching chandeliers and table lamps:

Classic Lighting Emporium has moved its Old City location over to Frankford Avenue in Fishtown, and it's the place to be if you're looking for antique lighting from 1860 to 1960. If you have antique lighting and are in need of restoration, this is the spot. Poke around the warehouse and see if you can find something that will light your fire.

Classic Lighting Emporium

1105 Frankford Ave.

1-800-536-7674

Busybee Homestore & Design Center has opened its doors on South St. and they are letting in the light. We spotted some gorgeous arc floor lamps that really shine in larger spaces. We also saw some tall candlestick holders that would bring a warm glow to a long dining table, and plenty of candles so that you can spread the light wherever you wish.

Busybee Homestore & Design Center

734 South St.

If you're looking for some modern light in your life, then Artemide in Old City has some Fall Specials just for you. Through November 30, a selection of LED, desk lamps, floor lamps, and suspension lights are marked down hundreds of dollars off of the list price.

Artemide Lighting

232 N 2nd St.

215-733-9877

[photo via Artemide]

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What a great post! Thank you for sharing this post.

Posted by Ralph Gorgoglione - California Real Estate (800) 591-6121 (John Aaroe Group) over 1 year ago

These certainly are some very stylish lamps. Sounds like there's a great selection to choose from!

Posted by Vickie Nagy, 925-407-7987 Broker for San Ramon, Danville, Dublin, Pleasanton (Vickie Nagy, Broker Associate BMC Real Estate DRE#01363932) over 1 year ago

Those are some very unique lamps you have posted.  I would consider one if I had more to spend on lamps and lighting!

Posted by Owensboro KY Real Estate Agent Vickie McCartney Broker Owensboro Ky (Maverick Realty) over 1 year ago

Those are some cool looking lamps. If I lived closer I could go check them out.

Posted by Robert Schwabe - Orange Park Real Estate (Keller Williams- First Coast Realty) over 1 year ago

Cool lamps - thanks for blogging about them.

Posted by Peggy Hughes - SF NYC LA (PHA/Peggy Hughes Associates - Professional Moving Organizer) over 1 year ago

Hey guys! I love the new sleek curvy design...very Feng Shui like haha :) Perhaps I'll get to see you in Phili on the 29th :) Have a great evening!

Posted by Laura Cerrano and Carole Provenzale Owner, Feng Shui Long Island & New York (Feng Shui Long Island & New York City/Feng Shui Manhattan ) over 1 year ago

Christopher & Stephanie,

I agree with you lighting is so important to any home whether its for sale or not.  It sets the mood for any room.  Most important it is crucial when your home is up for sale and for great looking photos on the MLS.  I just love those 3 lights in the first photo!

Posted by Linda D. Pufford, ASPM, Marin/Sonoma Home Stager (Stage with Divine Style - Home Staging) over 1 year ago

Nice lamps guys, very modern, sleek and stylish.

Posted by Nick & Trudy Vandekar Realtors Main Line PA Homes for Sale Lic AB067198 (Long & Foster Real Estate Inc ) over 1 year ago
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