Did you know that just by changing the lighting, you can completely alter the look and feel of a space? In the interior design world, that gives lighting some significant power.
How to choose the right lighting for you
Interior designers use lighting as a way to change the mood in a space. It is the job of interior designers to influence the way a person feels in a certain space, and with the help of some quality lighting, their jobs are much easier. Consider these lighting options the next time you want to redecorate:
* Ambient lighting – Used to create a soft, warm radiance in a space, ambient lighting is effective for creating a relaxing mood. This type of lighting eliminates most shadows to create a cohesive appearance. Interior designers often create this look with wall sconces, paper lanterns or dimmed recessed lighting.
* Work lighting – Provides a brighter appearance useful for activities and to reduce eye strain. Work lighting helps to create a positive and productive atmosphere in a variety of rooms, including kitchens, offices and dens.
* Accent lighting – As one of the more artistic lighting techniques in interior design, accent lighting is used to create visual awareness by highlighting certain elements in a space. Whether it is an architectural element or focal point in the room, this lighting adds interest and vivacity to a space.
* Artistic lighting – Students enrolled in interior design schools learn that most professionals use artistic lighting as a way to draw attention to artistic elements in the room. By using a spotlight on a sculpture or painting, interior designers can create drama. The point of this lighting is decorative, and so it is always paired with some other type of lighting.
There are so many unique types of lighting available on the market that it is an art form in itself. By combining different types of lighting fixtures, techniques and bulbs, you can create an entirely unique way to redecorate an existing space. Get creative and let your inner interior design professional go free.
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