Have you ever walked into an ordinary room which does not boast of modern frills yet felt oddly welcome? And similarly, has a room filled with all the modern furniture, art and beautiful artefacts still feel unappealing?
The difference lies in the light! Lighting is acquiring a prominent pride of place in the realms of interior designing. It has the power to magically transform a mundane room into a warm and welcoming space.
Lighting is becoming a big part of setting up a home with lighting fixtures adding decorative touches to the house.
Primary among the rooms is the living room where guests are entertained and which is the area where you entertain.
The welcoming ambience of this room can be enhanced by ambient lighting which provides illumination for the whole room. Primary among the lights that lend to the subtle welcoming feel are cove lighting, chandeliers and portable fixtures.
Those of you who are antique lovers can further highlight your pieces with the use of subtle accent lighting that brings these beautiful art objects into focus. Normally scones or track lighting are used for this purpose and these are set in recesses or nooks.
Changing a light from fluorescent to a warm one can inject vitality into a room. Bedrooms can have additional dimmers for lamps that are convenient and easy to operate and can change moods from low to romantic.
Natural lighting via skylights and windows is equally appealing as it maintains the natural feel of the home. On the other hand there are lights that blend in with the decor too. So, do choose light fittings that illuminate and enhance.
