Lighting & Electrical

  • By CUSTOM HOME Staff
  • Source: CUSTOM HOME Magazine
  • Publication date: 2007-03-01
Energy Efficient

New traditional and contemporary kitchen lighting fixtures use compact fluorescent lamps. The fixtures are Energy Star-compliant and meet California's Title 24 building code. American Fluorescent. 847.249.5970. www.americanfluorescent.com.

Square Deal

Recessed luminaires in the new IRiS square recessed downlight series can be reconfigured from below the ceiling after rough-in. Flush-mounted trims can be plastered. Cooper Lighting. 770.486.4800. www.cooperindustries.com.

Color Spectrum

The new Tiki Mini pendants are crafted of art glass and metal finished in brushed nickel. The 30-inch-tall and 5-inch-wide pendants come in three colors. Meyda Lighting. 800.222.4009. www.meyda.com.

Bling Bling

The Lavaliere's strings of semiprecious stones, crystal, and Venetian glass beads create a waterfall of light. The halogen pendant is 27 inches high and weighs 65 pounds. The Kentfield Collection. 415.778.4300. www.boydlighting.com.

Pop Top

Flush-mounted Pop-Up Countertop Connection provides electrical receptacles and communications jacks on horizontal surfaces. A spring-activated flip-up lid allows the connection to be easily raised and lowered. Lid covers come in a variety of finishes. Wiremold/Legrand. 800.621.0049. www.wiremold.com.