So here are some points to consider when planning your lighting for each room: • Always use a mixture of fixed lighting, and accent lighting in any one room to create warmth and a welcoming atmosphere
• Space your lighting throughout the room, don’t just rely on one large light to light up the whole room, it’s better to use two or three smaller lights
• Where possible have your lighting on a dimmer, this will help adjust to different times of the day
• Make sure you have good task lighting in reading and study areas
• If you are choosing a large pendant fixture for above your dining room table ensure that it is no bigger than one-third the length of the table this includes chandelier sizing
• When hanging a chandelier or pendant ensure you have the ability to adjust the length to work with your space, the best way to work out suspension length is to literally have someone hold it up in the space
• Make sure you have enough floor and table lamps in a room, these cast softer lighting than your overhead lights and you will probably use them more frequently
• When it comes to bulbs I opt for soft/warm whites rather than the cooler based light bulbs. These help to add that sense of warmth to a room
Take a look at some of these lights for inspiration for your home.
Happy decorating!
Black pendants can offer a more dramatic effect in a space. (www.79ideas.org)
Shades can come in any shape, size and colour. Use a fabric that you love and have a shade custom made to fit your design (www.decor8blog.com)
White shades don't have to be boring, this over-sized shade brings interest to this entryway (www.decor8blog.com)
Wall mounted dining room light instead of pendant, quirky use of a wall light.