--- title: "Emily (@torontoSkyLight) | Hashnode" description: "Emily (@torontoSkyLight) writes on Hashnode. Read their latest articles and follow their work." url: "https://hashnode.com/@torontoSkyLight" --- @torontoSkyLight # Emily @torontoSkyLight · Joined January 2026 ### [Step Into the Light: Why the Step Longlight/Ridgelight is the Ultimate Architectural Statement](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/step-into-the-light-why-the-step-longlightridgelight-is-the-ultimate-architectural-statement?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) When it comes to modern architecture, the goal is often to blur the lines between inside and outside. We want high ceilings, open spaces, and, most importantly, an abundance of natural light. But how do you illuminate a massive atrium or a deep, open... 3 min read · [torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/step-into-the-light-why-the-step-longlightridgelight-is-the-ultimate-architectural-statement?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jan 31](https://hashnode.com/posts/step-into-the-light-why-the-step-longlightridgelight-is-the-ultimate-architectural-statement/697de9c0f5b075ff09a85bd8) ### [Connect Spaces with Light: The Power of Wall-Mounted Longlight 5-45°](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/connect-spaces-with-light-the-power-of-wall-mounted-longlight-5-45?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) When planning a home extension or trying to bridge the gap between building sections of different heights, one challenge always arises: how do you keep the space from feeling dark and enclosed? As you push walls out or add new structures, natural lig... 3 min read · [torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/connect-spaces-with-light-the-power-of-wall-mounted-longlight-5-45?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jan 31](https://hashnode.com/posts/connect-spaces-with-light-the-power-of-wall-mounted-longlight-5-45/697de826ffba4e179cc588f3) ### [Flood Your Home with Light: Discover the Magic of the Longlight 5-30°](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/flood-your-home-with-light-discover-the-magic-of-the-longlight-5-30?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) If you have a flat or low-pitched roof, you might think your options for bringing in natural light are limited to standard, small skylights. But what if you could transform a hallway, corridor, or large open room into a sun-drenched architectural mas... 3 min read · [torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/flood-your-home-with-light-discover-the-magic-of-the-longlight-5-30?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jan 31](https://hashnode.com/posts/flood-your-home-with-light-discover-the-magic-of-the-longlight-5-30/697de563ffba4e179cc588d2) ### [Style Meets Function: Why Venetian Shades Are the Perfect Match for Your Skylight](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/style-meets-function-why-venetian-shades-are-the-perfect-match-for-your-skylight?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) Skylights are brilliant for flooding a room with natural light, but let’s be honest: sometimes you need a little more control. Whether it’s the afternoon glare hitting your computer screen or the desire for privacy in a bathroom, having the ability t... 3 min read · [torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/style-meets-function-why-venetian-shades-are-the-perfect-match-for-your-skylight?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jan 31](https://hashnode.com/posts/style-meets-function-why-venetian-shades-are-the-perfect-match-for-your-skylight/697ddf37331bbacea33e6b51) ### [Soften the Glow: Why Light Filtering Skylight Shades Are a Must-Have](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/soften-the-glow-why-light-filtering-skylight-shades-are-a-must-have?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) There is nothing quite like the feeling of natural sunlight streaming into your home. It makes spaces feel larger, warmer, and more inviting. But sometimes, direct sunlight can be a bit too much—creating harsh glare on your screens, fading your furni... 3 min read · [torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev](https://torontoskylight1.hashnode.dev/soften-the-glow-why-light-filtering-skylight-shades-are-a-must-have?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jan 31](https://hashnode.com/posts/soften-the-glow-why-light-filtering-skylight-shades-are-a-must-have/697dd8e9d8008e8ab8cce236)