Bad lighting! What NOT to buy! Buy this instead! - Interior Design Tips

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My son heard me watching your video and said that he hoped I was taking note of what you said. He hates our dining room light which looks like a chandelier, very out of place. I struggled to find lighting but settled on the inappropriate solution. I am also going to look at our ceiling fans (a necessity as we do not have AC) to what needs to be changed out. I have one boob light remaining on which I will follow your recommendation. Thank you for this inspiration.

I really appreciate the measurements where sconces should be hung. I also appreciate the alternatives you gave us. i think sometimes we want to make good choices, but we lack key knowledge of what is available and how exactly to accomplish what we really want. Thank you!

I recently went shopping for new lighting...where I discovered the LED lighting fixture. There are no bulbs; they work via your telephone; you toss them when they stop working. I was so confused and overwhelmed. What do you think of these? Also, I'd love to know your suggestions for making plug-in sconces look more sleek and professional. I hate the look of dangling wires that I'm seeing everywhere. Thanks for another great video.

looking for lighting is always very stressful and overwhelming. We are building a new home and will have to go thru this stressful task of picking out lighting for all rooms of the home. Not something i'm looking forward to. your video has some good information and was planning on avoiding quite a few of your 'not-to-buy' lights, so glad i'm on the right track. thanks.

My last fixture to change in my house, is my ceiling fan. My hubby spray painted it to improve the look but, it is only temporary .

You are good. Thank you ...

Excellent video, Thank you.

I have been wanting to change all the light fixtures in my condo
This come in handy
What your take on track lightning?
Thanks for a great video and tips!

I absolutely love my boob lights!! Im not a dude, Im not into boobs in shape or form, but definitely, my boob light look way better than those poky, gold boxy things she showed there!!! Hurrayyy for my boob lights!!! Decorators these days...I have no words!!!

"Design Purgatory! LOVE IT!

Oh boy. You would faint walking into my house. 😂 After 15 years I still have some boob lights and the hollywood lights. 😂 It just hasn't been a priority...until now. 😂
How do you feel about ceiling fans surrounded by a drum shade? I have seen pictures but not in person. I'm not sure what to think about them.
This was another great video! Thanks so much! ❤🤗

This was great and right on time! Your ceiling fan info and suggestions were what we need. Getting ready to change up our bedroom fans. Really helpful and informative !

Not all flush lights are what some call boob lights. And I don't see the big deal about it, as they just remind me of Victorian times ceiling lamps. I have an original one with the pineapple glass that screws on and brass style on my hallway that will stay there as I do like it.

Thank you so much for the info !

Loved your design tips. You are also very funny! Great presentation.

Brilliant!

thank you informative and enjoyable.

Thank you for the unfailing clarity you bring to interior design choices. Lighting choices really does impact ones quality of life. ❤

Great advice as usual. Thank you!!

Ebay and other sites have great deals on second hand vintage lights.

I love the west elm overarching floor lamp :) thought it would be cool behind a sectional.

Wonderful. You addressed many lighting concerns. I find it sooooo difficult to choose lighting! Thanks for the advice!

No boob lights here! Loved the HONEST! Going to nonchalantly recommend this video to a few select friends!

Thanks for your vlog. I wish you would talk about lightbulbs and the best one for different uses.

Superb ideas . Thanks 💐🙏

Where did that make up mirror come from? the gold light up mirror rectangle?

Do you have a video on ceiling fans with lights that don’t look like a traditional ceiling fan, want something that looks upscale but moves the air.

Another design dilemma: Should I remove the wall between my kitchen and dining room? Are there guidelines for this? What are the pros/cons?

I am a gentleman of modest means who is renovating my 1970's home after having been away for a while. Once a month, I hit the local Goodwill's for home furnishings: kitchen furniture/appliances, draperies, china cabinets, etc. Habitat for Humanity is also a great resource. With your recommendations, I've been able to be more discerning in selecting stuff. This discussion of ceiling lighting and ceiling fans is timely. My house is a study of "don'ts" : boob ceiling lights and "Victorian" style ceiling fans. ASAP, the Hollywood bathroom lights are out the door. With patience, I'll be able to follow your recommendations. And this makes scrounging around for stuff fun! Thanks!

So informative, thanks and entertaining

Infallible ideas
Thanx olga😆

Thank you for the ceiling fan tutorial. Own a 1940 house, ceiling fan situation is a nightmare. Ultra-modern in dining and living rooms, huge Victorian with light kits in the small bedrooms which all fans have remotes that are either missing or broken.

I’m building a house and you just made my lighting dreams come true! Thank you for those links directly to gorgeous lighting

Hahaha as I stare at the “boob lights” in my rental unit😂.

I love Arc light ...don't care abt interior designers

The advantage of the boob light is the ease of changing out burned-out bulbs. Question: Is any fixture that has a nut that allows one to remove the shade to change out bulbs a "boob light" or is it the fixture you show specifically?

Great video! I love the second fan you show (wood & brass with flush light), but didn't find it on your Amazon list. Can you please say the brand and/or where you purchased it? It is exactly what I am looking for in my remodel project. Thank you!

I enjoy your advise and style. I have to tell you I have never heard of a bxxx light. I do know what you are speaking of.

Thank you for this! Could you do a video about lighting art? :D
And what if you want to light a (round) table and don't have the option of a hanging light above it? Isn't some version of the Arco not practical in this case?

I disagree with some of your suggestions to replace boob lights - exposed bulbs cast harsh light. They are NOT a suitable fixture for ANY space. ALWAYS choose a light with a shaded bulb. Thank you!

What do you say about ceiling fixtures that are LED mixed with incandescent lamps? I thought that was frowned on by designers. The issue with flush mounts is when you need three or four for entries and halls at $300-400 each for nice ones it’s a bit much (looking to freshen up to sell).

Boob light is hideous 😂