Illuminating the Story of a Space
For Sara Swabb, founder and principal designer of Storie Collective, lighting is more than an accent; it's the quiet storyteller that shapes how people experience a room. "Lighting has always felt like the quiet storyteller in a space," she shares. "It can completely transform how a room feels — whether it's moody and dramatic or soft and welcoming."
This belief underscores Storie Collective's signature approach: a refined balance of function, form, and feeling. It's an approach that aligns seamlessly with Lucent Lightshop's design philosophy of treating lighting as both an architectural element and an emotional anchor.
Designing with Layers of Lighting
Describing her design philosophy in one word, Sara chooses "layered." Each project she undertakes is built upon layers — of light, texture, and emotion. "The consistent technique is layering," she explains. "We pair Lucent's alabaster ball lights with both architectural lighting and natural light to create balance."
This method transforms the home into an ever-evolving experience of light. By blending modern lighting fixtures with natural illumination, Storie Collective achieves an atmosphere that feels intentional and lived-in and never overdesigned.
The Projects: Warmth, Rhythm, and Refinement
Across several of Storie Collective's recent projects, including "Palisades Colonial," "Greenwich Forest," and "Ellicott Terrace," Lucent Lightshop fixtures became a defining design element.
In the Palisades Colonial dining room, Lucent Lightshop's Hayden Globe Chandelier brought sculptural warmth to a space meant for gathering.
In Greenwich Forest, the Alabaster Swag Chandelier's glow grounded the living room in a sense of calm sophistication.
And in Ellicott Terrace, a vertical sequence of alabaster fixtures lined the stairwell, creating rhythm and continuity as one moves through the home.
These projects exemplify the beauty of thoughtfully crafted lighting where each fixture serves both as a source of light and a piece of art.
The Power of Collaboration
Designing the Ellicott Terrace stairwell came with a challenge: scale. Too few fixtures and the space would feel sparse; too many, and it would overwhelm. Working closely with the Lucent Lightshop team, Sara customized the dimensions and spacing of the Alabaster Swag Chandelier to achieve perfect proportion.
"The result felt airy, rhythmic, and just right for the vertical volume of the space," she notes. The ability to collaborate directly with the Lucent team — refining size, finish, and configuration — ensured each fixture enhanced the home's architecture rather than competing with it.
Timeless Craftsmanship Meets Modern Versatility
When asked what drew her to Lucent Lightshop, Sara points to the brand's balance of timeless design and adaptability. "Their products have a timeless sensibility but are flexible enough to feel bespoke," she says. The alabaster globe lights, in particular, embody this philosophy of sculptural, soulful, and endlessly versatile.
The soft diffusion of alabaster brings warmth to every surface, offering the craftsmanship of vintage-inspired light fixtures with the elegance of modern lighting design. Whether used in stairwells or dining rooms, these pieces recall the beauty of craftsman style lighting, reinterpreted for contemporary homes.
Lighting That Feels Like Home
Storie Collective's clients often describe their completed spaces as "warm, refined, and personal." They notice how the light transforms their experience of the home; soft and artful. "Clients consistently remarked on how the lighting transformed their experience the home," Sara recalls. "They loved the glow from the alabaster — it made the spaces feel instantly more welcoming and special."
This ability to make lighting feel personal is what connects Storie Collective and Lucent Lightshop so closely. Both of us believe that lighting should not only illuminate, but also evoke emotions and story.
Explore the Lucent Lightshop Collection
At Lucent Lightshop, lighting is more than illumination. It's a way to shape how a space feels. Each fixture begins with craftsmanship and intention, designed to complement architecture, invite warmth, and spark connection.
From alabaster lighting to vintage-inspired light fixtures, our collection reflects a belief that beautiful design starts with thoughtful lighting. Whether it's a statement chandelier or a simple wall sconce, every piece is made to help designers and homeowners tell their own stories through light.
Explore our collection to discover expertly crafted fixtures that bring balance and timeless beauty to every space.