Whether you welcome the changing of the seasons with open arms or prefer summer to stay a while longer, fall is on the way. Cooler temperatures and wetter days are ahead, along with sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and muddy boots.

September also signals the end of warm vacations and back to school and work for many. It’s a natural time to take stock of the home in preparation for colder weather and the holiday season to come. Getting your home’s transitional spaces in order will help keep the rest of your home clean and keep your busy lifestyle tidy and organized. Choosing the right lighting entryways, mudrooms, and laundry rooms will ensure these spaces have enough illumination suited to each room’s purpose.

Entryway and Foyer Lighting

An entryway is a highly functional space — most of us move through it quickly to access other areas of the home. Entryway or foyer lighting is not only functional but is an opportunity to set the design and mood of the home.

A well-chosen light fixture can be a room’s focal point and finishing touch to a room. Inspired by art and nature, ARTCRAFT crafts beautiful residential lighting that makes a bold statement. For more than 67+ years, the company has crafted design-forward fixtures that stand the test of time. Established by 2 families working in unison ARTCRAFT prides themeselves on being a family-oriented business.

If you have high ceilings, create a sense of arrival with an eye-catching chandelier. Overhead lighting, however, might not be enough illumination, depending on the size of your entryway or foyer. Layer your fixtures with multiple sources of light, like wall sconces, a floor lamp, and table lamp. Even better, include dimmable features to control the amount of light from morning to evening.

Mudroom Lighting

Mudrooms are utilitarian and commonly serve multiple purposes in a home. They’re often drop zones, pet-washing stations, and even kids’ homework areas. As such, they need multiple sources of light to accommodate a variety of tasks.

For overhead lighting, consider an ARTCRAFT flush mount or semi-flush mount fixture in a geometric, globe, or even sputnik style. If you have a higher ceiling, a small chandelier will infuse the space with some unexpected energy. Add a wall sconce or two for some accent and mid-level lighting. You’ll also want to think about lighting for specific tasks, like removing and storing shoes, coats, and personal items. Brighten up cabinets with cabinet light strips or puck lights. A decorative sconce installed at the top of the cabinet can also offer decorative and functional accent lighting.

 

 

Laundry Room Lighting

While these highly functional rooms need task-driven lighting, you can also select decorative fixtures that reflect your personal style. Laundry rooms have also become more multi-purpose during the last few years as more families spent more time at home. They became kids’ study areas, an impromptu home office, or craft station.

Flush mounts, semi-flush mounts, and track lighting will wash the space with overhead lighting. Amp up the style factor with a small pendant light or chandelier. Cabinet lighting either above or below can provide an accent and improve the visibility of detergents and cleansers. And don’t forget about task lighting over the sink, if you have one — a wall sconce installed a few inches below the ceiling or a recessed fixture will cast enough functional light down into the area.

Many ARTCRAFT fixtures include EZ-Link Smart Lighting capability, a voice-activated feature that controls light operation. Ideal for rooms that see a lot of activity, smart lighting allows you to turn lights on and off, set timers, and manage dimming features.

 

 

 

 

 

Outdoor Lighting

As the days get shorter, your home’s exterior needs adequate lighting in front and back for safety. Nighttime illumination will help you and guests watch out for puddles, mud, and ice to prevent falls. A bonus, it will also reduce tracking in unwanted dirt and grime.

Maintain a well-lit perimeter with exterior wall lights or motion-sensor flood lights. Install step lights and pathways lights to make walking to and from the street and around the home safer. For accenting trees and landscaping, add some uplights and downlights to brighten up other areas of your front and back yards.

If you are fortunate enough to have a covered outdoor living space, there’s no reason you can’t continue enjoying it during the fall months. Install a ceiling-mounted outdoor heater or add a freestanding unit for warmth. Choose an outdoor-rated pendant light that complements your home’s architectural style or patio furniture. And don’t put those string lights away just yet. Keep them up for the fall for a cozy cool-weather ambiance.

Artcraft has a 25 year warranty on corrosion and a 5 year warranty on paint defects for all outdoor collection.

 

Get Your Home’s Lighting Fall-Ready

ARTCRAFT’s designer lighting collection offers luxurious fixtures to help you transition your home to fall. Visit a Lighting One member showroom near you to see ARTCRAFT lighting in person and for expert lighting advice for every room in your home.