Crazy Cool

Photos from That's Chic

These two rooms are AMAZING! I love how the lighting is such a focal point, it makes the rooms so interesting and glamorous! I would love to have either of these rooms as my work space.

FAQ Answered: Low Voltage Lighting

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There was a little debate going on here at the store about Low Voltage lighting and weather a low voltage systems use less energy or not. I am talking specifically about the Low Voltage track systems, recessed lighting and display lights.

Here is the thing, this is a BIG question that needs to be answered correctly, we have electricians who say that low voltage is saving consumers’ money, and it’s a good debate because you would think your transforming voltage from 120 volts down to 12 volts you would be using less energy, right?

I have always been told in the industry that power consumption is measured in wattage's not voltage. So whether or not your systems are low voltage or line voltage you only save energy by using less wattage.

A Watt is a unit of Power, and a Volt is electrical potential, these are the definitions VERY simplified according to the dictionary. We can get really technical if we want, but the most applicable information I can find that will really answer this question is from my Rocky Mountain Power Representative.
We are only charged for the wattage we consume, in kWh(kilowatts), not the voltage!

Here is a price summary from Rocky Mountain Power.

With that said if we use a 50 watt low voltage (12 volt) halogen bulb and a 50 watt line voltage halogen bulb (120 volt) you are using 50 watts of power and you are charged for the 50 watts of power you consume! The only way to save money on your energy bill is to use less wattage.

Now here is the part that may validate what some electricians are saying about low voltage light systems; most often Low Voltage fixtures use halogen or LED bulbs. Both halogen and LED are more energy efficient than incandescent bulbs, the industry standard.

Blow is the breakdown of energy efficiency for different types of bulbs compared to the industry standard incandescent light bulb:
-If you use 75watts of incandescent light you consume 75 watts of energy.

-If you use a 50 watt halogen bulb you are getting a light output equivalent to 75 watts of incandescent light.

-If you use a 20 watt CFL bulb you are getting the light output equivalent to a 75 watt incandescent bulb.

-A 9 watt LED bulb gives off light equivalent to a 75 watt incandescent light bulb.

I hope this helps answer some questions about Low vs. Line voltage lighting. I have found a few helpful articles and links about the differences in the light systems here and here. This article talks about halogen lighting, and this is a chart that show different bulbs and their efficiency.

Modern Chic

Photo from House of Turquoise via lakbdesign/fergusandme


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Here it is again that cool vintage looking, chic chandelier, this time in a more modern kitchen. remember when I blogged about it here? I think it looks fab in both settings.

More Black and White

Hudson Valley Thompson Sconce

Photo from Veranda Magazine

Photo from Veranda Magazine

Tech Lighting Cosmo Wall Light







Photo from Hibitually Chic

Like I said in the last post I never get tired of black and white. I am literally drooling over this stripped floor! So cool! The house was designed by Thomas O'Brien for Veranda magazine, I am only showing the bathrooms but if you want to see more of the home go here.

Black Crystal

Trans Globe Lighting
Classic Lighting

Photo from High Fashion Home Blog


You know how I said we were getting some new crystal chandeliers? Well one is black, just like these here in this beautiful kitchen! I can never get sick of black and white! Have you seen Rachel Zo's new home it's all white with a little black. Check it out here for more black and white inspiration.

Glitz and Glam

Photo from Coco & Kelley

It is not a secret that I love crystal chandeliers. I always have, and lucky for me they are really trendy right now. One thing I love about this trend is that it is timeless. Crystal has and will always be beautiful and glamorous. This is one trend you can participate in now and you know that without a doubt it will always be stylish.

I like how the chandeliers used here, in place of traditional pendants, are all different.

I can't get enough of that table top! I don't know what kind of stone it is, but all the different sized slabs of stone melded together makes it so interesting. The glossy table finish complements the crystal to make this otherwise dull kitchen a perfect combo of glitz and glam. I guess the gold candle sticks help too!?!

We are getting a big order of crystal chandeliers in for display soon! I can't wait to show you all the beauties coming in!

Stay Warm While you Read

LBL Pendant, also found here




Photo from Home Designs


Today in Salt Lake it feels more like winter than it does fall. So, naturally all I can think about is snuggling up with a good book and keeping warm. I saw this rustic chic library and thought it would be perfect for a gloomy day like today.


The pendants are similar to the LBL pendants I have posted about before, check it out here.