What makes a home feel alive?

For the team at Sandy Beach Lighting & Design, it’s more than furniture or the color of your walls. It’s the way light, layout, and textures come together to create an environment that supports your life and your everyday wellbeing.

In this episode, Amy Smith, founder of Lafayette Custom Interiors, shares her approach to creating successful interior design projects that blend thoughtful furniture selection, layouts, and intentional lighting. She explains how lighting choices influence the way we experience our spaces. From design mistakes to avoid to the subtle elements that can transform a room, Amy offers valuable insights for both homeowners and designers.

Key takeaways:

• How to evaluate and transform the energy of your home
• The importance of lighting in interior design and its impact on mood
• Amy’s approach to working with clients and creating spaces that feel like home

Highlights:
(00:00) About lighting and lighting psychology
(01:26) The trade-offs of installing lighting last
(04:46) Why you should design with intention
(06:15) The power of focal points
(11:43) Meet Amy Smith
(22:03) Subtle shifts that can change how a room feels
(24:26) Lighting in interior design

(30:34) Turn your home into a getaway with lighting

(44:23) The evolution of exterior lighting

(47:07) Why you should think of lighting design early

(01:01:53) Reflections on the interview

Resources:
Amy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-smith-619a1b19/
Lafayette Custom Interiors Website: https://www.lafayettecustominteriors.com
Andy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-schwindler-cold-clvlt-963b5763
Michelle’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-schwindler-a7a84a23a/
Sandy Beach’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sandy-beach-lighting-and-design/
Sandy Beach’s Website: https://sandybeachoutdoor.com/