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Design Dilemma: Neon at Home

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As we move into the darkest period of the year, we’re craving a little brightness at home. And what could be brighter than neon?

Used to its best effect, neon can make a home feel modern, funky, glam or just fun. And there are all sorts of ways to bring little bits of neon into your home. Shall we explore?

Below, neon street numbers on this Portland, OR home are a cool, funky and slightly more subtle way to incorporate neon into your home. It’s one little hint that what you find inside is going to be artistic and unique.

Neon wall art can add spark and verve and even a little irony to a space:

And here, a neon sign spelling out the word “love” adds a bit of tongue in cheek Las Vegas chic to a dining room.

A family room feels fresh with the addition of neon:

But neon art doesn’t necessarily have to hang:

Sometimes, just a photo of neon can do the trick:

And what about a neon border (most likely LED neon-like light) running around the perimeter of a room, like this?

And in this home,  lights around the baseboards add the pop and sizzle:

Neon light in this kitchen feels extremely modern, polished and restrained.

In this study, a blue LED light lets the desk appear to float.

Nothing could be cooler than these LED lights with a neon effect used in a hallway.

And in a bathroom: