david k warfel
My own journey towards the light is less of a straight line than an upwards spiral. I tend to lose my way frequently, like a moth drawn to a streetlight. It can take a seemingly outsized effort to pull me away from the artificial and back towards my true nature. Hmm. That sounds nice, but... Continue Reading →
While at a business lunch a few hours ago, I had to look up today's sunset time so I could arrange to meet the client at the project site after dark to view the new lighting. My weather app told me 8:15. That's good for tonight, as I won't have to stay awake as long.... Continue Reading →
Experts tell me I should consider lighting as "the jewelry of the home." This has always bothered me instinctually, but it wasn't until a few days ago that I understood why. Jewelry is useless. Wait, wait, I am not advocating that we give up jewelry on our bodies and in our homes. I happen to... Continue Reading →
Let's take a quick break from the philosophical and answer a very basic question: How do you choose light fixtures? The answer is different from room to room and from person to person, but here are a few tips to guide the process for your dining room. Step 1: Choose a Size Most online chandelier-sizing... Continue Reading →
The start of a new series, part memoir of darkness, part manifesto of light.
the language of light 