We love every component of design, but there are certain elements that really set the scene in a space, and lighting is one of them. Sometimes we forget it’s there, but the truth is that, thought through properly, it makes all the difference in defining spaces and making them more or less comfortable, as well as giving them personality and getting the best out of them. Whether natural or prominent, good lighting can completely change the “feel” of a home, which is why it’s important to think about it from the start of building or renovating.
Highly regarded when it comes to saving energy, natural light also brings benefits to the metabolism and can even affect the quality of your sleep. Of all types of light it’s the most comfortable for human beings, which is why it’s important to make the most of it in your home. When natural light is scarce and the openings can’t be changed, we should avoid dark curtains or thick fabrics. Ideally, make the most of natural light by painting the walls in light tones or using mirrors in the decoration, so that more of the light is reflected.
We should always start with the ceiling lights to distribute the lighting evenly across the whole space, then work downwards, adding dimension through accent lighting. Table, floor and wall lamps add extra design elements and make the space feel warmer and more welcoming. If you have recessed spotlights, you can always draw the eye away from them with a contrasting piece hanging somewhere in the home.
Finding the right light for a space is usually the most challenging part, but keeping the scale of the lighting right can make or break the balance of that space.
First we should check the size of the room and only then, depending on it, think about the lighting details. So if the space is small, we have to choose a lamp suited to that scale, since a lamp that’s too large will make the space look smaller. You also need to bear the ceiling height in mind if you’re using pendant lights, since worrying about banging your head on them is very uncomfortable.
Use lighting to your advantage to create special moments in your home. Adding a library-style wall light above a piece of art instantly raises its status, even if it’s only a simple sketch! Try giving built-in or open shelving a new look with a wall light or an LED strip to bring out its style or presence.
In “open space” layouts we don’t want the different light sources to conflict, so it’s important to mix the lighting. For example, in an open kitchen with a dining area, we tend to use pendants over the worktop or island and spotlights or wall lights above the units. As well as giving us better visibility for the tasks we’re doing, this provides a more complete setting.
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