Lighting can change everything about a house. How it looks, how it feels, how you use it, and of course, visibility within it. But lighting needs often change with the seasons. So, whether you’re updating your bathroom lighting or refreshing your living space, finding the right approach can transform your interior from dull to dazzling all year round.
Spring is all about rebirth and brightness. So, as natural light increases, it can be a lovely idea to enhance it indoors. There are various different ways that you can do this.
Use mirrors, like the Laura Ashley Lovell, opposite windows to reflect daylight deeper into the room.
Switch to light-toned or translucent lampshades to soften artificial light. The Laura Ashley Fenn can be added to any traditional lamp base, bringing timeless elegance with its white silk drum. While the Dar Lighting Idra floor lamp deploys green ribbed glass to bring colour, style, and a freshness of aesthetic.
Dimmable ceiling fixtures, like the Endon Addington or Mowtown, can also be used to enable you to adapt your lighting to suit your needs as the days grow longer.
During the warmer months, the last thing you want is to bring additional heat into your home. But you still need lighting for practicality and maximising ambience.
By using cool-toned LED bulbs (5000K and above), you can mimic daylight and keep rooms feeling fresh.
Installing motion-activated (PIR) lighting, like the Endon Eldon, in hallways and outdoor spaces minimises power consumption. But ensures that you always have the light you need when you need it on those long summer evenings.
For bathroom lighting, soft diffusers can be the best choice for summer. Lights like the Dar Lighting Blake can help to create a more comfortable and relaxing atmosphere while ensuring good visibility. While this is useful year-round, in summer it can provide relief from the glaring light outside.
As the days shorten, layered lighting really comes into its own. It’s now that we begin looking for cosiness and warmth. And the right lighting can help you to achieve that.
The lower light levels really lend themselves to multiple lights. Overhead lights, floor lamps, and wall lights not only enhance functionality but build the aesthetic.
In autumn and winter, we spend more time indoors. Using accent lighting, whether carefully positioned spot lights or appealing table lamps, can help to highlight seasonal décor or architectural features. Bringing your interiors to life.
Just as you switched to cooler bulbs in summer, warmer bulbs (2700K–3000K) can mimic the natural colours of autumn. They also create a welcoming glow.
In the dark, cold months lighting is a functional must. But it can also be welcoming and comforting.
Installing under-cabinet lighting, such as LED strips, in kitchens can make your workspaces brighter and more appealing. You can also add them to your bathroom lighting, under cabinets and around skirting boards, to make the space more appealing through the shorter days.
Whether it’s string lights, LED candles, or wall lights, like Dar Lighting’s Becca, adding decorative fixtures to bring soft light to living areas.
Your home’s lighting should change with the seasons. It’s an integral part of home design that can impact functionality and enjoyment. With just a few thoughtful adjustments throughout the year, you can create a home that feels fresh, functional, and full of character. So, don’t be afraid to adjust your lighting style.
Are you looking for inspiration in the West Midlands? Get in touch with your Wolverhampton lighting specialist, Lighting R Us.
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