Layered Lighting
“One of the most important tips for lighting a space is to layer your lighting. You’ll want a mix of ambient and accent lighting to keep your space evenly lit without feeling too clinical or too dim. Aim for even washes of ambient light using overhead fixtures and windows. Supplement with accent lights to brighten dark corners, highlight elements of the room or tailor the space to your taste and needs.”
“Gone are the days of simply turning on the ‘big light.’ 2023 lighting trends prioritize using a combination of various light sources in a space. From welcoming pools of light created through cozy table lamps and floor lamps to practical task lighting in a kitchen or study, the right use of layered lighting can transform the mood and atmosphere in a room, and ultimately, help us use our spaces better.”
“Layering your house interior lighting will achieve a warmer and more welcoming look. Often homemakers or DIY-type decorators focus on ambient light, which results in dead corners where light doesn’t reach. In addition, these overlooked corners can detract from your room’s aesthetics. So, it is vital to incorporate all types of lighting fixtures in your interior design, from ambient to task and accent lighting. ”
“A successful lighting design combines a number of light sources at different levels of the room. Add layers of light from a number of types of fixtures that can be used together or separately for a flexible space.”
“Overhead lighting should not be the main source of light. While it does provide ambient, even lighting to a space, it casts shadows that will inevitably not make you look or feel your best.
There is not a simple cut and dry formula for how many light sources you need in each room, but rather an alchemy that is created when light is layered and integrated seamlessly into a space.”