"It came out cool, but it was a failure," he said. "You couldn't control the effect." Also, about an hour after dusk, the glow would dim. After experimenting with dozens of materials, he finally ...

When you’re redecorating any room in your home, designers experts will agree that it’s best to let the natural light in. While natural light can open up the space and boost the aesthetic appeal of the ...

The sun itself could soon become a low-cost air conditioner. A high-tech paint that actually cools when exposed to sunlight can provide a better way to chill buildings – and perhaps even solve the ...

The versatile appeal of lavender is especially welcome in low-light rooms. It has a wide range of shades that work well, from barely-there tints to dusky violet hues. For a more grown-up ...