: a detached defensive work
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Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Jan. 2025
Take a leaf out of the '90s decorating stylebook by embracing layered lighting—think floor lamps, wall sconces, and table lamps—to create warmth, depth, and intimacy.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2025
Rather than turning on every light in the house when hosting, lamps, sconces and picture frame lights are an optimal way to set the mood and accent a piece worth taking a second look at.
—Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 5 Dec. 2024
The Antoinette Poisson wallpaper and The Shade Store flannel curtains add texture, while the Maitland Smith lamp and Felix Lighting sconce light up the space.
—Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
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The mirror is flanked by two 1960s ribbed Murano glass sconces, sourced from Etsy.
—Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 29 Jan. 2025
Take a leaf out of the '90s decorating stylebook by embracing layered lighting—think floor lamps, wall sconces, and table lamps—to create warmth, depth, and intimacy.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2025
Rather than turning on every light in the house when hosting, lamps, sconces and picture frame lights are an optimal way to set the mood and accent a piece worth taking a second look at.
—Gabriele Regalbuto, Fox News, 5 Dec. 2024
The Antoinette Poisson wallpaper and The Shade Store flannel curtains add texture, while the Maitland Smith lamp and Felix Lighting sconce light up the space.
—Troy J. McMullen, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
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“Sconce.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sconce. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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