As many of you know, we moved into our very first house late last year. What many of you may not know, however, is how old the house is. While a brand new build would’ve been rather perfect, we ended up falling in love with an older home and the land that surrounded it. Unfortunately, the only downside to having an older home is the seemingly endless amount of updates and DIY-type projects that are required to make it, well, new again. After going through and painting absolutely everything and coming across an unfixed termite area that left us with no other option than to tear apart our dining room a few days prior to a hosting a family get together, I was already over it. After every long day working on one thing or another, eventually, night would fall only to shine a light on yet another problem. Actually, the problem was the lack of shining lights. You see, there were only three light fixtures in the entire two-story house; one in each bathroom and one in the living room. Okay, scratch that, the dining room did have a horribly old (and hideous!) hanging light fixture but we’ve since replaced that. The rest of our house, however, was pitch black as soon as the sun went down. When we moved in, we came from a newly renovated rental that had ceiling fans and lights in every room and, of course, that translated into us having nothing. The previous owner did leave one broken lamp behind that we were able to rig up and use in our master bedroom but, aside from that, I had resulted to walking around our house with a flashlight or my cell phone after nightfall.
Now I am sure that I can guess what many of you are thinking – why didn’t you just go buy a lamp? As simple as that mentality may be, for me, it was so much more than that. I didn’t want just a lamp. I didn’t want to spend money on a cheap lamp that I didn’t like to begin with. After all, this was our first house. I wanted it to represent us. I wanted every product, every piece of décor, every fixture, to be ours, our style. I searched high and low, I scoured the internet, I subscribed to a handful of home and style magazines, I tore out pages, printed out Pinterest ideas, the works. I looked for everything from décor items and new furniture to kitchen accessories and, yes, even our much needed lights.
One day, there is was; staring at me from the pages of a magazine. It was a company that I had never heard of before. And their products? Ah! To die for! I immediately pulled out my computer and searched for their website. It was then that I fell in love with this company and knew exactly what products I wanted most.
The company in question?
It was none other than I.O. Metro.
After looking through their vast collection of gorgeous pieces, I finally decided on the I.O. Metro Kensington Lamp.
If you like to use more traditional home décor, the Kensington Lamp is the perfect lighting fixture for you. The Kensington’s base is a beautiful faux, hand-rubbed textured bronze, which contrasts with the natural burlap shade.
His choice – the office.
My choice – the bedroom.
The current solution – both.
I.O. Metro has a plethora of amazing products available and offers so much more than just lighting. For example, one of the initial pieces that caught my eye and drew me to the brand was one of their accent chairs! Hello, adorable!
BUY:
You can purchase the Kensington Lamps featured here as well as a vast array of wonderful products directly from the I.O. Metro website as well as at one of their in-store locations nationwide. To find the store nearest you, click here.
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Speaking of giveaways…
I previously mentioned how sweet the I.O. Metro team is, and I did so for good reason. You see, not only were they kind enough to provide me with some superb lighting for my own home but they’d like to give you the chance to bring some wonderful products into your home as well!
One (1) winner will receive a $150 I.O. Metro gift card.
Open to US residents only. Ends 8/4/14. ARV of $150.
No purchase necessary. Open to residents of US only. Giveaway ends August 4th, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. (PST). ONE ENTRANT PER HOUSEHOLD/IP Address! I check all entries – cheating will not be tolerated. Winner will be notified via email and needs to reply within 48 hours, or a new winner will be chosen. Please make sure you check your spam folder – I will not be responsible if you did not receive winning email notification. Winners name(s) will be displayed on the post, and will also be posted on Winners List shortly after drawing has occurred. Winners will be chosen randomly by Rafflecopter. Screenshots of winners available by request. Prize will be shipped directly from sponsor or their PR Agency unless otherwise noted. Eighty MPH Mom is not responsible for prizes lost in transit, although every attempt will be made for prize delivery.
**By entering this giveaway, you confirm that you have read and agree to my giveaway rules. Sponsor reserves the right to limit one prize per person/household (of this item/prize pack). Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery of prize {though it is usually much sooner}. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. We hereby release Facebook of any liability. Odds of winning: The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. All prizes will be awarded. Void where prohibited by law.
*Randi received the above product(s), free of charge, to facilitate this review. All opinions are those of the reviewer only.
50 Responses
I like the http://www.iometro.com/summer-sale/trolley-console-table, what a neat and fun unsual way to store things, would definitely get people’s attention.
sp pretty. i love it!!
I would love the Dawson Queen bed frame. We are in need of a new frame.
Hi! You’re house is really coming along & it looks nice! If I could have one item, it would be their Large Indigo Waffle Vase. I’ve been looking for a vase and this one is so pretty with the deep blue and waffle texture. Thank-you for the fun chance!
I would choose the Garland lamp because I like the design.
i would pick the helping hands bowl. I love it.
We have chose to decorate our house with bird decor because we live next to one of the World Birding Centers in Texas. I would pick the WHITE BIRD CAGE CANDLE HOLDER because it would go with our other pieces.
I love using rugs to change the whole look of a room, be it texture, color, or pattern, They can really brighten up a room or create a certain mood. I really like the Franco Coral & Ivory Rug , both for color and the pattern.
I would love the ames ottoman.
I live this UTICA CHAIR
Item Number: 770UTICACHAIRBA
Lone Star
Item Number: 714AR1063
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I love the large zinc vase. It would look so pretty in my living room. Just my style.
We definitely need lighting too!
I love the Vera Queen Bed. I’ve been wanting a new headboard for my bed and this one is beautiful.
I’d love to have the Argo Media Console. We’ve been talking about redoing the living room and this would be a perfect start
I would love the Brit Ottoman. We currently have an ottoman that needs replacing… it is literally coming apart at the seams. Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
OH MY Palmer Swivel Chair is just calling my name looks so comfy and looks to be a need as my desk chair so I can turn n task ,,,,TY
I like the Indigo Foo Dog. I think he would add that extra little something I’ve been looking for for the guest bedroom.
I would choose the LINDLEY QUEEN HEADBOARD because we’ve never had a headboard and it would just make our bedroom look and feel so much more luxurious!
I would actually get lamps too. Our lamps are about twenty years old and outdated. I might choose the Skipper or Wayland lamps.
I like the Rome Ottoman. We are in desperate need for something in the middle of our living room, and it looks like it would fit perfectly.
i like the streeet art picture because its so unique and would look great on our family wall !! 🙂
I need a new floor lamp for the living room so the Balin Floor Lamp caught my eye!
They have some beautiful items!We are in the process of decorating our home so there are many things I love.I think the Tumbling Mirror is so unique!
It’s hard to choose, but I love the Rome XL Sectional RHF Chaise !!
I’d love a new sofa…maybe The Rome.
I like the Bronze Sphere Metal Art, i love the style of metals.
I would choose the Urban Impression local art. I think my living room would look great with this art on my wall.
I.O.Metro has an item called Helping Hands Bowl that I would love to sit on this sale piece I also found at I.O.Metro called the Black Garden Stool with a plant and turn it into a beautiful bird bath. I think it would be unique and beautiful. Those two pieces combined with the right plant and it would be so inviting. A perfect item for my backyard. I also found 2 Indigo Watercolor Pillow – 22″sq on sale that would look awesome in the outside day bed reading nook. Nothing better than reading a great book outside listening to the sounds of nature. Thanks for sharing this review and giveaway.
I love the gold wall sconce. It’s beautiful and would look perfect on the wall by our stairs.
i like the antique decanters they look like lanterns.
i love the Berlin Sofa Chaise RHF. the most important room in the house to me is the living room and i would love a nice comfy place to lounge.
I’d choose the Gold Bursts canvas artwork for my dining room. That room is missing artwork and it would be perfect.
Lots of great stuff. I would pick the Silver Hexagon Mirror and teardrop mirrow.
I would like the silver/champagne spike. We don’t have much art and it would be nice to dress the house up
Visited the site and I really like Mirri Lamp because it would really compliment the decor in my lounge.
I’d love to have the THOMAS GLASS CABINET
Item Number: 615VVRA0113IO
I’d put that cabinet (see 1st comment) in our dining room!
I would love to have the Neeson King Bed because we are in need of a new bed and this one is gorgeous and would match our bedroom style!
Wow they have so many great items. I’d love to go wild there and decorate my home. I really liked this: http://www.iometro.com/lighting-and-mirrors/chandeliers/small-halo-orb-chandelier Thanks for the chance to win Jennifer.
I really liked the driftwood accessories, they really give a beach feel!
I would pick the vega dresser. I love the color, It looks so clean and classy and I could use a new dresser.
I love the “wimberly wall mirror” I think it would look lovely in my entrance way. Plus it has the pop of gold 🙂
I like the Ashton queen duvet and the art in bloom canvas painting.
Brit Loveseat- need a new one
I really like the CYCLONE Painting. I’ve wanted to be a storm chaser / meteorologist since I was 5 so it fits me perfect!
I’m in love with the Karma Sideboard. It would look great in my dining room!
I like the Cohle Coffee Table.
I like the Contrast work of art. It would look nice in my dining room since I have red walls
I’d love the Renner Slate & Ivory Rug since it matches my bedroom perfectly!