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By elizabeth stamp and gabriela ulloa
may 8, 2020
what’s the point of having a beautifully designed space if you’re sitting in the dark?
lighting
is one of the essential elements of a room and can impact how everything else—from the wall color to the art to the rug—looks. That’s why it’s important to plan your lighting design early and consider all the sources of light you’ll need, whether it's wall lights over the sofa for reading or an eye-catching chandelier that illuminates the whole room.
If you’re ready to take your lighting to the next level, discover these genius living room lighting ideas that are sure to make your space brighter and more beautiful.
Lighting elements don't always have to shout about their existence. Living room lighting ideas are often thought of as having to include bold pendants and bright shades, but that's not always the case. Peter legg of dar lighting group advises, 'when choosing a lampshade, pick out a colour used in the rest of your interior scheme or choose a complementary colour. 'choosing a light which melds beautifully with your living room colour schemes , complementing it without distracting. Following commonly used shapes (whether graphically straight or quirkily curvy) will have the same effect.
1. Bring warmth to a living area
Prioritize the atmosphere of the living room when shortlisting lighting ideas. 'warmth is the most important factor when lighting a living area,’ says peter legg, lead designer at där lighting. ‘this is a cozy space, so you want to feel enveloped and comforted while using it.
Aim for an even spread of light to avoid any harsh contrasts. One way to do this is through an armed ceiling light or a chandelier which will rebound light across the room. 'of course, living room lighting ideas should be carefully planned so that the effect created by the aesthetics of the light fittings in daylight is just as impactful as that of the lighting scheme itself at night.
In spaces like bedrooms, dens, and living areas, the right floor lamp can bring the room’s style and comfort to the next level. Gone are the days of boring, straight floor lamps that don’t add visual interest to a room. Now, floor lamps come in a vast variety of finishes and shapes, making them a new piece of decor as well as a convenient aspect of your interior lighting plans. To choose the right floor lamp for a particular space, first consider the layout of the rest of your furniture as well as the style and color scheme of the room.
House interior lighting for a boho kitchen by decorilla designer, betsy m. Just like your home interior lighting plan, the kitchen needs special treatment too. A brightly lit kitchen looks chic and clean. To achieve a pristine look, include all three types of lighting in your interior design. And remember to make the most of your kitchen island with statement pendants. Not only is this beautifully bold, but also practical.
Pendant lights: a pendant light is a smaller fixture suspended from the ceiling by a cord, chain or metal rod. Pendant lights traditionally include only one lightbulb, so they don’t cover as much ground; several are often used to cover more space. There are many styles of these lights, including drum pendants and globe pendants, making it easy to find one that will fit your decor. They work well when you’re trying to showcase a smaller, specific area, such as a kitchen island or a dining room table. Chandeliers: chandeliers have multiple lightbulbs combined in one unit to create a larger, more dramatic statement piece.