Wherever Nate Berkus goes, stylish built-in bookshelves follow. The designer has become synonymous with classic wall-to-wall shelving that displays thoughtfully curated objet (just take a peek at any of his designs), and there's one detail he nearly always relies on to complete the look: gallery lights.
As the name suggests, gallery lights (also known as picture lights) imitate those seen in museums and exhibitions where they're used to spotlight artworks. Since our bookshelves are a place of self-expression where we typically display our most prized possessions, it makes sense that these sconces have a rightful place at the top of our shelves, too. After all, the decor they're illuminating are works of art. This living room lighting idea is where form meets function, and it's a trick Nate says is the secret to an "unbelievably elegant" environment.
