Although old-fashioned incandescent bulbs are on their way out, we have more lighting options than ever before. And that means tougher choices for pricing and energy efficiency, keeping in mind aesthetics and functionality.
Lighting is a subtly powerful thing. Proper lighting facilitates daily tasks and makes you feel safer and more comfortable. Generic lighting is a thing of the past. Today, each room has specific and unique accent lighting needs.
So, here we list some useful tips on how to choose lights for your dream home:
1. Living room
A well-lit living room will typically have three types of lighting: general, task and accent. Since it’s the most commonly used space around the house, you should employ the following:
General lighting
Not all homes have ceiling fittings in the living rooms — especially if it’s a rented space — and most homes might have a lot of natural light coming in during the day. But, if you do have fittings, a central pendant or a chandelier will dominate the space. Similarly, an angled spotlight will look inviting in the living room.
Task lighting
Specific task lighting is essential, especially if you tend to read a lot. An elegant reading lamp perched atop a side table is perfect. A movable lamp is preferred because it offers better functionality.
Accent lighting
Evenly spaced out accent lights across the ceiling or on your walls will create a cozy atmosphere in the living room, especially at night. These lights will induce a warm glow, which bounces inwards. Accent lights are versatile and can be used creatively.
2. Dining room
Dining rooms are a winner when it comes to bringing family and friends together over hearty meals. This makes it important to light the dining area appropriately.
Cluster pendant lights
Linear fixtures like cluster pendant lights look elegant and crisp, and the proportions are perfect to add to a modern space. This lighting style brings sophistication to your dining space while creating the right atmosphere for lounging around it with your near and dear ones.
Round pendant light
For a small to medium sized dining area, we suggest round pendant lights. These help in opening up the space and create traditional lighting in a contemporary way. Pendant lights will emit ambient light across your dining area.
3. Kitchen
For most of us, the kitchen is the hub of our homes these days. So, the lighting should be perfect. It should be both, task-oriented as well as ambient and friendly.
Task lighting
Task lighting is the perfect way to light up a kitchen. Place them over sinks and countertops to make working in the kitchen an easy and hassle-free experience.
4. Bedroom
Bedrooms are personal havens that should dramatic, soothing, romantic and functional, depending on your needs and time of the day. Lighting plays arguably the most important part in this space.
Track lighting
Cascading track lights look deliciously attractive in bedrooms since it creates a soothing yet dramatic atmosphere. These lights lift up the mood and give a contemporary twist to an otherwise regular room.
Elegant side table lampshades
These lampshades create an aura around the room, which is a perfect crossover between ambient and functionality. A lampshade can work as a reading light when required and as an ambient light, depending on the time of the day.
So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and light up your homes!
