While lamps and overhead lights like chandeliers tend to be the first consideration when it comes to brightening up a room, wall sconces can be just as functional — especially in smaller spaces. Like ...

Behold: spring cleaning has arrived. In tandem with that? Reorganizing your space, with everything from outdoor patio furniture to sectional couches and area rugs. But, how about your walls? Sure, you ...

These 10 sconces have all of the mood-setting abilities with none of the needing-an-electrician bit. They're all plug-ins (some that have options for hardwiring, should you later change your mind), ...

It’s true that lighting can make or break a space. If you’ve ever been in a beautifully furnished room with harsh fluorescent overhead lighting, you’ve experienced the problem first-hand. We tend to ...

Sconces appear to be popping up more these days: from uplights to downlights to swing-arms, and topped with silk shades or frosted glass globes. Wall-mounted lights of all shapes and sizes are ...

This outdoor wall sconce can turn a boring monochrome light fixture into a dazzling color light display, but you’ll need to hard-wire it to your electrical system. The final piece of Govee’s new line ...

Renting as a New Yorker definitely has its benefits, but with them, come some inevitable drawbacks — including not being able to make permanent renovations. While there are things I’d love to add to ...

Despite being one of the earliest forms of interior lighting, wall sconces remain an underrated lighting option in modern homes. Once essential for holding torches, oil lamps, and wax candles, they’ve ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Lighting is part of this delicate equation. The right lights ...

Q. I love the look of wall sconce lighting. The fixtures look elegant, and they do a great job of casting light in a hallway, bathroom or near a bed. But I need help selecting the right size in all ...

A: Congrats: Your rental’s lighting may be abysmal, but your instincts are spot-on. To strike a balance between ambience and utility, interior designers often preach the gospel of “layered” ...