JOURNAL

A study in light and atmosphere. Thoughts, process, and reflections from the studio.

Make-Up & Vanity Lighting
Veronika Walters Labanc Veronika Walters Labanc

Make-Up & Vanity Lighting

Vanity lighting is often the last thing specified and the first thing you notice when it's wrong. We break down what a well-designed vanity actually requires.

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Downlights
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Downlights

Downlights can be the unsung heroes, or villains, of interior lighting. There is nothing inherently wrong with them. The question is always how they are used.

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Science of Coffered Ceiling Lighting
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Science of Coffered Ceiling Lighting

A soft glow, a sense of height, a space that feels complete, coffered ceiling uplighting can transform a room, but only when the details are right.

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What Makes a Space “Feel Right”
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What Makes a Space “Feel Right”

Ambient lighting is often the quiet layer that makes a space feel complete. While ceiling cove details may seem simple, their success depends on proportion, surface finishes, texture, and light distribution, all working together to create a soft, even glow.

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Wellness, the Circadian Rhythm and Lighting
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Wellness, the Circadian Rhythm and Lighting

Is circadian lighting truly effective, or is it just another design fad or gimmick? We explore the importance of circadian rhythm–conscious lighting in interior design.

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Quiet Luxury in Lighting
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Quiet Luxury in Lighting

Quiet luxury in lighting is not about grand gestures. It is about restraint, precision, and the craft of making light feel effortless, where every fixture, shadow, and reflection feels entirely intentional.

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