How to plan lighting in your home

In interior design, lighting plays a crucial role. The right lighting affects the perception of the space, the atmosphere, the style, and generally the pleasantness and livability of a room.

To properly position the lights, you must consider several factors.

First of all, the amount and source of natural light: is the room well-oriented for the best use of sunlight? How many windows or French doors are there? At what hours of the day does it receive more natural light?

Secondly, the room size and the distribution of space must be taken into consideration: in an L-shaped room, for example, the illumination must be designed to illuminate both wings.

Thirdly, it is crucial to think about the activities that take place in a room: in addition to central lighting, like a ceiling lamp or floor lamp, one can place lights that illuminate specific portions of space, as the hob in the kitchen, a reading corner in the living room or the desk in the study.

Lastly, in designing the lighting for your home, you have to imagine the different needs you can have at different times of the day: for family evenings watching TV you may want a soft, warm light while for a dinner with friends you might prefer a brighter light. For these different functions, it is preferable to have more spot lighting and different kind of lamps (for example, a chandelier, a floor lamp and one or two lampshades) to be turned on or off depending on the occasion. A particular focus deserve the so-called courtesy lights placed in transit areas such as the entrance, corridor or hallway.

Designer lamps: what’s your style?

What lighting is best for a modern house? And for a classic house? Not only does the lighting need to be in harmony with the furniture and the style of the house, but it must also enhance it and add a distinctive flair. After all, your home personality comes from accessories and details.

The contemporary design offers an extensive range of lighting solutions. Those who love iconic and timeless objects can choose among the great classics. Examples are Arco floor lamp by Achille Castiglioni (1962), Nesso by Artemide (1967) or Twiggy floor lamp by Foscarini (2006).

Those who love to dare and choose creative and unusual solutions, can consider the amazing lamps by Mogg, Moooi, Cappellini and Nemo.

Those who prefer a refined and versatile style, will appreciate the creations by Henge and Gallotti&Radice, while Cattelan Italia is perfect for lovers of contemporary style.

Those who seek for classic style, will love Fontana Arte.