Let’s explore some outdoor spaces, Summer is just around the corner
Melbourne Summer is Coming (For a Week, Anyway): How to Prep Your Outdoor Space Summer is just around the corner, and in true Melbourne fashion, we’re currently oscillating between peak Spring sunshine and… well, everything else. But those golden, long-stretching Victorian evenings are almost here, and now is the time to ensure your outdoor sanctuary […]
Imagination Meets Precision: Why We’re Bringing Generative AI to Barn Light Australia
For the past 15 years, if you’ve looked at a photo on the Barn Light Australia website, there is a very high chance I took it, edited it, and wrote the description for it. or else, took it, edited it, provided credit, and uploaded it… Being deeply hands-on with our products, means that our photography […]
Introducing: The Old Dixie Farmhouse Wall Light
Our Old Dixie Farmhouse Wall Light present a modern cascading style with industrial mounting arm. A clash, yet blended design provides the best of both worlds.
Duotone Range of Lighting – Illuminate Your Interior with Style and Versatility
Introducing our new Duotone range: a selection of striking metallic and flat colours that will transform any space. Our bold colours offer a unique approach to design, creating an eye-catching look that stands out from the crowd. With its dynamic colour combinations, it’s the perfect way to add some vibrancy to your home.
Introducing our 28cm Old Dixie Warehouse Shade
Introducing our new 28cm Old Dixie Wall Light by Barn Light, a modern lighting design that is both timeless, classic, and stylish. This new warehouse shade features a unique cascading style for integration into your home or office. The Old Dixie can fit into any space perfectly, while the backing plate provides a level of […]
4 Expert Art Deco Lighting Tips
Art deco is widely known as the first global style. It emerged during a time of rapid change and great innovation in the 1920s following World War I. Art deco was adopted by many designers, architects, and artists at that time as a reaction to the excesses of the Victorian era, which had just come […]
Bedroom Lighting Tips: How to Use Pendant Lights
Bedroom Lighting Tips & Tweaks, lets work out how to best illuminate your bedroom and find that right spark!
How to Buy a Barn Light: Everything You Need to Know
Are you in the market for a Barn Light?We will teach you everything you need to know about our range of Outdoor Lights or “Barn Lights” as we call them as well as the benefits of each type.
What’s the Difference Between Flush Mount Ceiling Lights & Stem Mount Lights?
When it comes to ceiling lights, there are two main types: flush mount and stem mount. Both have their own unique benefits. It’s important to understand the difference between them before you make a purchase. In this article, we will discuss flush mount ceiling lights in detail. We’ll explain why they are such a popular […]
Feature – Communion Brewing Co…
We sat down with Andrew from Communion brewing co, this is what he had to say about our lights! Stunning photography done by Jacinta Claire Photography.. https://jacintaclairephotography.pixieset.com/ Background Information about yourself, property and business. https://communionbrewing.com.au/ After running a local cafe for 6 years and brewing beers for sale through the venue, it seemed like a […]
Streamline wall sconce family!
Streamline wall sconce family comes in two styles flared and non flared. To be more specific there is the streamline flared wall sconce and the streamline moderne wall sconce. Our Streamline Flared Wall Light is modelled after our Streamline Moderne Wall Light. Its captivating styling is courtesy of the late Art Deco design movement ‘Streamline Moderne‘ from the 1930’s. […]
Its here! Our natural gas fired batch powder coating oven..
It is an exciting time at Barn light Australian, after many months of delays we have finally received our natural gas fired batch powder coating oven! All processes to make your lights are now in house in our factories. What does that mean? No more delays, we used to drive to another factory for spraying […]
How To Use Retro Light Shades In The Home
Adding retro or vintage features to your home can help to create a modern space with a nostalgic feel. Of course, to achieve this, you need to find the perfect features with retro-inspired accents to do so.
Client feature – Select construction – Annandale renovation
Lets sit down and get to know Daniel and his company Select construction. Daniel recently used our Astro wall scone on a renovation project. A great wall scone for a entrance! The Astro Wall Light is the beautifully flared Astro shade, offered in a space saving wall fixture that introduces the timeless look of barn […]
Manufacturing Delays – 50cm Originals // 30cm Sydney Shades
Thank you for ordering with Barn Light Australia, we appreciate your support of our small Australian Made business. Some orders are unfortunately impacted by aluminium shortages and associated COVID-19 delays. While we’ve experienced “soft-delays” (late, but still coming) with product manufacturing during 2021, We are currently experiencing significant delays in manufacturing with some spun aluminium […]
Client feature -Havendeen – woodland project
THE STORY OF Havendeen Projects Operating since 2016, Havendeen Projects specialties lie in both new build development and major renovation of residential and commercial properties. Based on the Gold Coast, and owned and operated by Rob and Tui McKinnon, Havendeen Projects was born out of passion and interest in the world of real estate, building, […]
Our new favourite, wetspray Coppertone….
Let’s talk about our new favourite 940-Coppertone Wetspray! The Wetspray finish in the Coppertone gives the old Dixie and the original shade a whole new depth to our lights, in our opinion! THE ORIGINAL… The Original™ Gooseneck Lights have been popular for exterior lighting as far back as early industrial warehouses. The shape of the […]
Client feature – Sally and David Moon
Come meet Sally and David Moon who have recently completed their beautiful new build. Sally gave us an insight on their project and her thoughts on our lights….. Background Information about yourself, property and business. Our new home was finished last September along our beautiful Balonne river on 5 acres. We are farmers and grow […]
Manufacturing Update – February 2022
We’re in a pickle, like many other businesses. The start of 2022 hasn’t been a great start to the year.
Clever little tailor, Xtra Shiny
Adam Johnson, the creative director behind Xtra Shiny, an Adelaide based designer agency shared his view on their Clever Little Tailor project. Clever little Tailor is a sophisticated winebar located on Peel Street, a block west from Rundle Mall, Adelaide. Here’s what the Adelaide Review had to say about their newest resident. Peel Street’s eclectic mix of heritage buildings […]
Atomic range
These industrial cage wall lights are known for this industrial nautical styling normally associated with ship building and salvaging. A large number of authentic brass units arrived in Australia over the past five years via Indian ship breakers, these units were typically available at very high prices and in varying styles. Although unique, these styles […]
Have a question? You might find the answer here!
No matter what time or day, you will find here at Barn light Australia we’re pretty responsive to your questions or needs! We are more than happy to help with any questions you may have, we are just a phone call or email away at all times! Can I buy just the Shade? Just the […]
Summary of 2021….
This year has been exciting and extremely busy for the Barn light Australia team. We have had the opportunity to work with a range of amazing builders, designers and customers. We are a small family business, receiving the support and opportunity to work with very talented people in the industry is a dream come true! […]
How to pick the right lighting for over your dining table…
Picking the right lighting for your dining table helps to determine the atmosphere and theme of your eating experience.Size, colour, material and the height you hang the pendant above your dining table are all elements that need to be worked out for the best result. How high above the table surface should you hang your […]
Welcome to our new warehouse space…..
In 2012 Jesse Lee arrived back from America and started an adventure he only hoped would one day turn into an Australian made and ran business. Taking the lighting industry by storm! Fast forward to 2021, through a pandemic and two years of lockdowns, the barn light family have achieved so much . Jesse Lee […]
Loni Parker – Adore magazine
Let’s meet the face behind Adore Magazine……. ‘Adore Home Magazine is an Australian-based interiors magazine celebrating beautiful, colourful, modern homes and spaces. Once an online-only magazine, Adore Home is now a printed publication, released once every three months. Available in newsagents and boutique stores across Australia. Our website aims to deliver weekly doses of inspiration including home tours, […]
DEDICATION TO CRAFTSMANSHIP, SERVICE DRIVES BARN LIGHT AUSTRALIA
DEDICATION TO CRAFTSMANSHIP, SERVICE DRIVES BARN LIGHT AUSTRALIA…. At Barn Light Australia, we pride ourselves not only on creating high quality lighting, but we also stand behind what we sell and do our very best to ensure our customers are happy. There are times when we, as people ourselves, have to admit that we’re out of […]
THREE BIRDS RENOVATION – “BONNIES DREAM HOME”
THE THREE BIRDS STORY… ‘ We’ve been best friends for almost 20 years and have seen each other through all the ups and downs of life: meeting and marrying our husbands, starting families (we now have nine beautiful kids between us) and juggling busy careers. But in 2014, we took a leap of faith together, […]
Barn lights in your bedroom!
Gone are the days where bedroom lighting is just Downlights or batten lights! Your bedroom is a place to relax in luxury and to achieve that, using feature lights such as Barn lights. Barn lights can help to create the right moody vide and help to decorate the space. Using a mix of wall and […]
Time to light up your entry!
Sometimes the number one place we use the most, numerous times a day is often forgotten about! Your entry way, front door is a place that needs to stand out, be secure but also needs to be lit the correct way! Having the right light ticks off all three of these points. The correct light […]
HOBBS BUILDING & INTERIORS
Hobbs is an energetic, multi-award winning custom home builder who live and work to service eco-friendly homeowners in the Scenic Rim, Queensland. Tell us about yourself and business. We do things differently! Such as fully off grid builds, construct on sloping sites and tailor the selections of each-and-every build or renovation project to our clients […]
How to Hang Pendant Lights Over a Kitchen Island: The Complete Guide
Pendant lights over the kitchen island are the one lighting decision everyone in the house sees every day — and the one most people second-guess. How high should they hang? How many do you need? How bright is bright enough? This guide answers all of it with the same numbers we give our own customers, […]
Rachael Turner – Front Porch properties
Here at Barn light Australia we love when our customers return numerous times, such as Rachael Turner from Front Porch Properties. Our goal and passion is to provide a product that keeps you coming back, due to the quality and design on offer. We recently asked Rachael to sit down and tell us a bit […]
Our lights are hand crafted right here in Australia!
Ever wonder how we make our Barn lights? Well to start with we make them here, that’s right, here in Australia! We are proud to boost that we are an Australian owned company, and we hand craft all our lights in our warehouse in Melbourne, Victoria. We take provide in crafting our lights to the […]
The Black Barn of dreams, Kai Konstruct, a family owned Boutique building & renovation company
Let us introduce you to one of our returning customers Kai Konstruct, a family owned Boutique building & renovation company located at Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast QLD. Kai Konstruct focus on knock down rebuilds and large scale renovations specifically designed for their clients. Winner of the 2020 Master Builders Queensland (Gold Coast) Rising Star Award […]
Federation Home Lighting & Heritage Colour Schemes
The front entrance to a Federation Home is every part rustic and traditional as is the timber to the structure. As a manufacturer, we commonly get asked questions of “We’ve got a heritage listed home, can you comply to this painting standard” – The short answer is “Yes, we can” – If you need a […]
Client Focus | A good start to the new year is a renovation plan
When Katie from Irvine, California (USA) moved into her 1970’s-era home in early 2013, she decided that 2013 was the year to start renovating her home. Taking down the standard five-light chandelier in her dining room, Katie leaned towards the style of industrial barn pendants and has since purchased an Ivanhoe Bomber Porcelain Barn Light […]
Porcelain Pendants, Wall Lights Complement Amanda’s Farm House
How did you find Barn Light Australia? As we are renovating our farmhouse, we were pursuing ideas online when we found Barn Light Electric’s profile on Houzz.com. We weren’t aware that Barn Light Australia existed until we sent off an email enquiry to Jesse-Lee who responded saying that he’s a local boy and could save […]
Client Focus | The Original Warehouse Pendants Add Rustic Style to Beach Home
Sometimes all a space needs is a little sprucing up. Not an endless remodeling process (like ‘The Block’) that takes a lot of time and treasure, but simple touches that transform a space from dull to dynamic. Today’s featured customer found out how much difference lighting can make when she switched out her basic track […]
Client Focus | Lurie Concepts from WA
Lurie Concepts will always hold a special place in our hearts here at Barn Light Australia. This Western Australia-based design firm was our very first customer and is also the first to provide a written testimonial as to our products and services. Earlier this year, Lauren and her husband Michael, owners of Lurie Concepts, were deep into […]
Rustic Wall Lights Add a Hint of the Sea to Residential, Commercial Spaces
When you live by the sea, the salt air gets into your veins and never truly leaves. Even if you don’t live near the coast, you can infuse your home with nautical style by adding elements that exude a relaxed, comfortable, yet sophisticated style. Think white beadboard, blue striped fabrics, and tangible hints from the […]