"The design process starts by considering the amount of illumination needed, as well as the amount of physical space available. From there it’s a process of gathering components and materials," says Evey. "Next I experiment with composition and finishes until I have something both functional and formally intriguing. Then it is lovingly packaged and shipped off. Every Lighht is unique, so the process really changes from piece to piece." Photo 5 of 6 in How to Turn Hardware Store Finds Into an Inspired Light Fixture by Heather Corcoran

How to Turn Hardware Store Finds Into an Inspired Light Fixture

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"The design process starts by considering the amount of illumination needed, as well as the amount of physical space available. From there it’s a process of gathering components and materials," says Evey. "Next I experiment with composition and finishes until I have something both functional and formally intriguing. Then it is lovingly packaged and shipped off. Every Lighht is unique, so the process really changes from piece to piece."