Clever use of lighting is a great way to inject some personality into your home and rather than just opting for a single ceiling light, using a range of lighting is a great way to add warmth and a welcoming atmosphere.
Lighting can have a real impact upon the personality, mood and look of each room in the house and if you’d like to give your lighting a makeover, it’s best to start by thinking about each different room. For example, kitchens need a range of lighting; task lighting designed to target areas such as worktops or cooker hob, along with overhead lighting. Living rooms benefit from warm, low-level lighting such as table lamps or floor lamps, rather than overhead lighting which can seem stark.
A good way to think about the best lighting for each room is to consider the purpose of the room. The living room is the place where you’re likely to want to relax and unwind, for example, whilst the kitchen is where you’ll be getting things done and completing many of those household chores!
The lighting in open plan living areas can be harder to design, simply because open plan areas need to cover a range of functions/activities. If you have an open plan kitchen dining room, the chances are that it’s the place you cook, entertain and socialise. Overhead lighting will be necessary but you could consider fitting dimmer switches which will offer you the option to turn down the level of light, creating a cosier feel once you’ve finished cooking and are ready to sit down and eat. If you have a breakfast bar or kitchen island – anywhere that friends and family tend to congregate – this would look great when illuminated with overhead pendant lights. Corners of the dining area work well when lit with table lamps or floor lamps.
If you would like advice on using lighting in your home, or a free no-obligation quote for installing new lighting, we’d be delighted to help. Why not get in touch with Dalec today by calling us on 01535 606 006?
