How They Affect Us   By Nancy Brewer   A trend is the general direction in which something is developing or changing. We often think of apparel trends and what’s in fashion. I have enjoyed the trends where blouses and shirts have the crooked or zigzag look at the bottom of the garment. It takes the eyes away from the waist and hips and actually flatters the figure. I try to … [Read more...]

(Not your Grandma’s chandelier, for sure!) By Nancy Brewer Are these wedding rings? Nope, this is a beautiful, shimmering, crystal chandelier! Lighting designers have certainly thought outside the box of late and this contemporary crystal chandelier is proof. This and other contemporary chandeliers are offered in many sizes. The smaller are often seen in master bathrooms and powder rooms. As … [Read more...]

LED: A Light Emitting Diode, a semi conductor device with two terminals allowing the flow of current in one direction only and it emits light when activated. So what does this all mean? The talk around town and the world (besides politics) is most definitely about LED’s. The lighting world has changed drastically, there is no wonder we have questions about it. My own wording for LED’s is “Light … [Read more...]

And Why Do We Need It? By Nancy Brewer   Why do many like dimmers for their dining room chandeliers? Is it to hide a soiled tablecloth? No, of course not. It is to set the mood. The same is true when we use candles. They present a soft glow, which makes us feel romantic and relaxed. When going to the beach, a bright sunny day excites us and we are able to think of all sorts of fun … [Read more...]

    By Nancy Brewer While in Dallas for the Lighting Market earlier this month, I was delighted to have the opportunity to meet Donny Osmond. We all remember Donny and his sister singing their hearts out on the Osmond’s show. Well, now that Donny is all grown up, he is now working in lighting, my field of expertise. The Donny Osmond Home Collection by Capital Lighting … [Read more...]

By Nancy Brewer   The Dallas Lighting Market, now known as Lightovations, was buzzing with excitement and beautiful lighting. Orbs are still most popular and the color du jour is white. Bubbles of clear glass (small balls) hang on chandeliers and table lamps alike impersonating the orbs but on a much smaller scale. Beads and shells in all colors and shapes decorate hanging fixtures for … [Read more...]

As adults, we remember the great toys we received at Christmas. No doubt, the gift of a new bike was the very best. Remember getting on that bike for the first time and sailing down the hills, flying like a soaring eagle? It’s hard to conceive in this age of affluence that there are many families among us who cannot afford any toys for their children, much less a new bike. As mentioned last … [Read more...]

The annual Toy Lift will be held in the Charlottesville Wal-Mart parking lot on Friday, December 2nd.  The Toy Lift welcomes donations of toys and money in addition to the toys that are dropped off.  The money is used to purchase bicycles and other toys that normally are not donated. Please consider making a donation to the Toy Lift.  Make your check payable to Toy Lift Charities and mail it to … [Read more...]

Bob Kahn Realty recently announced a large downtown office space for lease just one block from the popular Charlottesville Downtown Mall. The space has an open floor plan with exposed ceiling, wood floors and parking is included. Amenities and details include: 5008 square feet High, Exposed-structure Ceiling Bamboo-style Wood Floors Tall Windows Bathroom, Shower, Kitchenette 10 … [Read more...]