When it comes to the mood and design of your home, the lighting can make or break it. However, with some simple switches and updates, you can not only achieve better lighting in your home and give it an entirely new look, but also save on your electricity bill! Keep reading for 4 innovative lightbulb moments:
- Use lighting as a focal point
Rather than an eccentric wallpaper on a feature wall, using lighting as a focal point can help draw the eye to a specific part of the room rather than letting it wander. It’s important to get the appropriately sized lighting for the size of the room, and not all fixtures should be the same size. If you’re working with a larger space, a chandelier makes a perfect focal point for a dining room or family space. For a slightly smaller area, look no further than a distinctive floor lamp…
- Add lighting with height
Make your space seem bigger by adding lighting with great height. For example, if you’re dealing with a smaller-than-desired dining room, modern chandeliers can bring a focal point to the family table and make the room seem bigger than it is. Just keep in mind this cardinal lighting rule: the bottom of a chandelier should be about 30 inches from the top of your table. Other than that, you can run wild!
- Work with dimensions
As well as mixing up the size of your lighting fixtures, it’s important to work with dimensions when picking out lights for your home. Indeed, scale matters when choosing the best light fixtures…but don’t worry, this doesn’t have to be difficult! Just keep in mind that the length plus the width of any room in feet should generally be the same as the diameter of a chandelier in inches. Got that? So, if you have a 10×10-foot room, your fixture should be about 20 inches in diameter. Nice and easy really.
- Layer your light
Layering your light can help balance out your room and create a calming and cosy atmosphere. It’s recommended that you aim for at least three sources of light in every space for the ultimate lighting balance. In smaller rooms, dimmers can help you gain more control over your lighting – and can help balance artificial with natural light. Once you’ve got the right balance, you’ll realise just how different your home already seems!
The right lighting fixtures can instantly add value to your home. However, working on the lighting in your home can also help you brighten up the rooms in the meantime, and give your home an entirely new look. With these four tips, you’ll soon be giving the sun a run for its money!
