Park City Style Catalogue

Jen Brassey and Joe Ardovino have been at the helm of Elume Distinctive Lighting since they bought the business and rebranded it back in 2007.

“The thing that really makes Elume so special is our team,” Jen says.

Elume’s lighting specialists work with homeowners, designers, builders, electricians and architects to procure and supply lighting that complements and brings out the best of a space.

Their team has tackled projects that range from a quick light installation that gives a room the right atmosphere to designing the lighting for a 15,000-square-foot estate.

Over the years, every person on Jen and Joe’s team has discovered and refined all sorts of helpful tips and insights that light up their clients’ businesses and homes. From Kelvins, lumens and wattage, to the angle of every bulb, the Elume team has developed detailed lighting philosophies that enlighten the Park City community.

CANDICE WINTERTON

One of the first things Candice looks at is a home’s entryway. “When you realize that 75 percent of visitors never see beyond the entryway, it makes sense that you should pay close attention to the details of this space. The entryway fixture should make a statement to visitors. Select something that will leave a lasting impression and have them wishing they could snag an invitation to see more.”

After the entryway, Candice focuses on the main living areas where people are more likely to spend time and host their guests. The fixtures you have
in your dining and living room should be statement pieces that not only stand out, but make you smile every time you enter the space.

“Lighting is not just functional, but also beautiful, and it should make a statement! I consider lighting to be the jewelry of your home — it makes all the difference when pulling a space together,” Candice says.

CORA BICKNELL

According to Cora, good lighting is comprised of three pillars: originality, team and craftsmanship.

She says generic electric plans often produce bad lighting because they position the lights toward the floor and use what Cora calls “glare-bomb, wafer-lights,” while thoughtfully designed lighting plans involve more nuance and intentionality. When Cora is working on a space, she looks at the furniture placement and walls to assess how she can bounce light off of different vertical planes. She likes to light up artwork around the home, light the ends of hallways and position lighting strategically on certain walls.

When choosing a lighting fixture, Cora looks at everything from sustainability to the quality of the materials, assessing their durability, output, control and color. Elume sources their decorative fixtures from hundreds of vendors around the globe, ensuring that every client can find something they love.

“The fixtures themselves need to have craftsmanship — soul, if you will,” says Cora.

REBEKAH GONET

“Lighting is the accent to a home, that feature that gives it flare and makes it different — much like accessorizing an outfit. The house should reflect the client’s taste and personality,” Rebekah says.

After walking through a client’s home to determine their style and preferences, Rebekah works with them to select a few key pieces for the home’s primary showcase areas — the entryway, dining room and stairwell.

“I like to make sure the color-temperature (Kelvin) is comfortable for the client and suits their lifestyle,” she says.

Rebekah does this by making sure the hue of the light complements a client’s paint and furniture. Dimming capabilities ensure the lighting can work in unique settings and events.

“I often talk about layering light to make a more balanced and beautiful atmosphere, with architectural options like under-cabinet and cove lighting,” she says. “When all the components come together in the end, the space reflects the client’s taste, but also feels more comfortable for everyone.”