Today – Choosing lighting for different rooms in the house.
Lighting is an important aspect when it comes to designing your home. Maximising natural light is one thing, but knowing how to light your home on the inside is another task altogether, particularly during the darker months. However, you can use it to create a warming, cosy atmosphere.
Knowing how to light your home is a timeless skill – once you’ve mastered it, you can apply it wherever you are. Here’s what to consider when choosing lighting for different rooms in your home.
Kitchen
The kitchen is one of the most practical spaces in the house. As a result, the lighting should be brighter to assist you while cooking. However, that doesn’t mean you should compromise on a calm, pleasant atmosphere –particularly as you’ll likely be hosting in this room.
Undercabinet lighting is an underrated but perfect solution. It offers a more diffused light, yet your workspaces will be well-lit so you can easily prepare meals. This type of lighting is a great alternative for anyone with a vendetta against harsh spotlights. It can also add a unique, modern spin on older kitchens. Alternatively, you could go for lights you can dim down.
Living room
While the kitchen is functional, the living room is a place for you and any guests to unwind. Even large spaces can feel more cosy and intimate with the right lighting. You could choose a standing lamp, a pair of wall lamps or smaller lamps that sit on a sideboard in the room. This is a great opportunity to seek out lamps with statement shades, or vintage lamps, to add something unique to the space.
Many people choose to have several smaller lamps dotted around the room to avoid turning on the dreaded ‘big light’. That being said, you could still add a statement overhead light fixture if you feel it works with the space.
Hallways
As the entrance to your home, your hallway is a great place to make a statement with the right lighting. You can introduce any themes within your home with a little nod to them, whether through colour schemes (with lampshades) or the ambience (with the type of lighting).
Ceiling heights can dictate how adventurous you can go with your lighting. You might get a statement overhead piece to create a focal point if you have high ceilings, or you might stick with a simple tableside lamp if your ceilings are lower. Wall art can be enhanced with the right lighting too, so consider this.
Bedroom – Choosing lighting for different rooms in the house
The bedroom should be the most private and relaxing room in the house. Again, it’s about utilising smaller lamp units to avoid turning on the overhead light.
Bedside lamps are a natural choice if the space allows it. They can add a pop of personality to a more minimalist bedding set-up or contribute to a more maximalist design. The colour of the lighting you choose is important as well. Go for warmer tones as opposed to bright, white light, which can give the room a colder appearance. The right lampshade can also help to diffuse the light and make it appear softer.