Purchased a lamp and shades from Shannon in Hicken Lighting, the most helpful person. She went…read moreabove and beyond to help and make sure I was happy with my decision, recommend different shades and lamps went and repeated checked stockroom for different options. The choice was vast and would highly recommend both the shop and the staff particularity Shannon.

While on a mission to redo a rather dark loft bedroom, I drifted down from MRCB Paints to wander…read morethrough Hicken's with stars in my eyes. Sure the astronomical costs for delicate steel-ribboned chandeliers and huge, dripping front hall-bling pitched most of the stock far out of my budget. But it was fun to stroll through those forests of designer lights, poking at architectural lamps and structurally inspired porch lights. The showroom itself is incredible, and it's clear to see why major hotels and developers look here for something special to sparkle in multi-million euro lobbies.

I spent hours in Copenhagen looking for quirky light bulbs. I found them in many bars and cafes but…read morenot in any shops. Well, the Scandinavians might actually order them from CEF on Abbey St. They have a lovely little selection of vintage style bulbs with screw and twist end, in tinted or regular glass. At a very reasonable price. And the staff are so friendly! CEF also sell light switches and other bits and pieces for your home. When I grow up and buy a house, this will be my supplier of all things lights- related.