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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Hannah Ziegler

Nate Berkus' ingenious hack for hiding lighting cords can be done in minutes – here's how he creates the seamless look

Nate Berkus.

Floor lamps make beautiful (and functional) forms of lighting in the home, especially for those of us who are against the harshness of the big light. However, the main downside is what to do with all those wires. Lighting cords can create such unappealing clutter, taking away from the ambiance of a beautifully lit space.

Luckily, designer Nate Berkus has presented a DIY lighting idea to counter the ever-present problem. It may be controversial to some, but he has taken to Instagram to show off how he cuts a hole in his rug to hide his lamp's cord. It's a small sacrifice for the seamless payoff.

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