Light is one of the important factors that determine the quality of your living space. Not only that, light is both a technical element and an aesthetic element that plays a role in perfecting the function of the project.
Based on the origin, architectural light can be divided into natural light and artificial light. Natural light will be utilized through the arrangement of windows, skylights, open spaces, etc. Artificial light can range from rudimentary light sources such as candles, electric lights, etc., which have many characteristics. The properties and advantages are different because this type of light can be both vivid and bright, and can also create a feeling of relaxation.
Therefore, arranging lighting appropriately is essential, because a living space not only needs to be comfortable and convenient but also must bring many benefits to mental health. So please refer to the ways below to “improve” the quality of your life.
Living room
This is the focal point of the whole house, because this is where many activities take place: welcoming guests to the house, the whole family relaxing after a day of work, gathering for entertainment with friends, etc. Therefore, light Living room lighting needs to be diverse and complete to meet needs. Always direct general lighting from ceiling lights, or you can add halos or patches of light from wall lights or reflectors,…
Along with that is taking advantage of natural light to make the space more open and brighter. Depending on the living room’s decoration, arrange the lighting properly. If there are more pictures or decorative shelves, you can design an additional group of lights with separate controls to adjust the brightness accordingly.
Dining room
Similar to the living room, the lighting principle of combining both natural and artificial light also applies to the dining room. Especially important is the lighting of the dining table, because light will bring a cozy feeling, bringing a happier and more delicious feeling to family members when dining.
In addition to general lighting, the kitchen table also needs specialized lighting, usually incorporating lighting equipment into the underside of the kitchen cabinets, to make cooking more convenient.
Work room
Most office or classroom lighting is artificial light. The most preferred option is ceiling or wall lamps accompanied by suitable table or standing lamps. However, it needs to be combined with natural light to bring a feeling of relaxation.
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Bathroom/Toilet
This is a space that rarely gets attention, because this is considered the private space of family members, so lighting is not taken care of. However, a bathroom with delicate and reasonable lighting will make you more relaxed every time you use it.
Bathrooms and toilets should use natural light and arrange yellow lights. Because this is a space that needs general lighting to create a bright, clean feeling, convenient for moving and cleaning.
In addition, you should arrange a lighting mirror to increase the diffused light source, creating a new look, because the light source from both sides of the mirror helps illuminate the face evenly and create a comfortable feeling.
Bedroom
The bedroom is a private place, a place to rest after a day of work, so lighting that creates a feeling of relaxation and peace of mind is extremely necessary and important. In this space, the use of indirect light such as ceiling lights, wall lights, spotlights, etc. is encouraged, provided that the lighting can be adjusted to create a comfortable feeling.
If you have the habit of having a light, you can rest assured to rest or have the habit of reading books or activities before going to sleep. You can also add a bed lamp, table lamp, night lamp or standing lamp. The most suitable is a flexible lamp that can rotate and adjust the lighting direction so as not to affect the person lying next to you.
Corridor leading the way
This is the space to connect directly with the common living spaces to the living room, dining room or kitchen. Depending on the width of the hallway, wall lights can be used in this area. Moreover, in addition to the ceiling, in the hallway, if you can shine light on the walls and ceiling, it will help the space become more airy and spacious.
Arranging central lamps, light lighting, avoiding cumbersome lamp designs in small areas will be the optimal method. When lighting adjacent spaces, you should use lights of the same style and intensity to create uniformity.
Above are DLK’s suggestions. We hope that the above suggestions will help you make ideal lighting changes in your living space!
