Following the blog last week, we’ve explored the captivating impact of lighting in Coraline‘s worlds, both enchanting and eerie. We understand its profound influence on our emotional landscapes. Just as lighting design shapes both realities in Caroline, it plays a pivotal role in our everyday environments such as home interiors and workspace environments. The right lighting isn’t merely about aesthetics; it’s a powerful tool that can enhance our well-being and productivity.
In this week’s blog, we are going to explore different lighting options for creating interior lighting designs with the focus of flexibility on weighing the lighting options we can choose for each space. Whether you’re seeking to light a cozy living space, design a more productive workspace, or transform your basement to involve more activities, we’ll guide you through the interior lighting design choices you can make for the better.
Living Room lighting
the heart of many homes, where people unwind, memories. The living room serves as a versatile space where relaxation meets socialization, making it essential to be attentive with living room lighting with both functionality and comfort in mind.
In the picture above, the living room is utilizing recessed lights in the ceiling to light the living space while lamps are there for the extra intensity near the coffee table.
Lighting Options for Living Room Lighting
- Recessed Lights: Most common interior lighting option as it is slick and stylish while functionally powerful even in high ceilings. You would commonly see these in the living room area around a statement lighting fixture.
- Flush Mount: This will be your statement lighting fixture taking up space in the center of your living room and one of the first focal points in the interior.
- Architectural Strips: A unique option to separate your interior, generally used in workspaces and DIY setups.
More Examples
Kitchen lighting
The kitchen is more than just a place to cook; it’s a bustling hub where culinary creativity meets daily routines. From preparing morning coffee to hosting family meals and sharing stories over dinner, the kitchen is where nourishment and connection converge. As one of the busiest spaces in the home, kitchen lighting is in the center of safety and practicality for all the activities revolved in the space.
Under-cabinet LED tubes or recessed lights, overhead lighting such as flush mounts.
Lighting Options for Kitchen Lighting
- Recessed Lights: Most common interior lighting option as it is slick and stylish while functionally powerful even in high ceilings. You would commonly see them in the ground floor of homes.
- Flush Mount: The statement lighting fixture in the center of your Kitchen, generally above the island.
- Under Cabinet Tubes: LED Tubes would be a perfect fit to light the working Kitchen area especially at night to prevent any accidents from happening without proper vision.
More Examples
Bedroom lighting
The bedroom is more than just a place for sleep; it’s a sanctuary of comfort and rewinding space, it’s underappreciated to not worry in decorating the primary space of retreat and recollect. Creating a serene and inviting atmosphere that you want to spend time in is essential for our well-being and relaxation. Therefore, you don’t want to avoid bedroom lighting especially if you’re an introvert.
Lighting Options for Bedroom Lighting
- Flush Mount: Generally above the bed and a focal point to the bedroom design and lights up the bedroom. Do note to pick a smaller flush mount if you are paranoid constantly that the fixture might fall on you while you sleep.
- Lamps: Put on top of nightstands, helps exaggerate lighting near the top of the bed for moments of reading and scrolling.
- Recessed Lights: For bigger rooms, recessed lights help with illuminating the sides of the room or on the way to the door
Bathroom lighting
The bathroom is often the smallest room in the house, yet it plays a significant role in our daily routines and personal care rituals. It’s where we begin each morning, refreshing ourselves for the day ahead, and where we unwind in the evening. Beyond its practical functions, the bathroom is a space for rejuvenation and self-care, where lighting can profoundly influence our mood and experience. Proper brightness and illumination is important not just for sanitary reasons!
Lighting Options for Bathroom Lighting
- Vanity Lights: Used specifically for the bathroom and placed above the mirror.
- Recessed Lights: General interior lighting purposes placed in the ceiling, can be put above the shower area
- Under-cabinet Tubes: To light cabinets and an extra touch, you would see these very commonly in fancy hotel bathrooms
Home Office lighting
The home office is where productivity meets personal space—a dynamic environment that requires both functionality and comfort to support focused work and creativity. As more people embrace remote work, the design and lighting of the home office have become increasingly important in fostering productivity and well-being. Here are some suggestions for creativity and functionality.
Lighting Options for Home Office Lighting
- Desk Lamps: Used on the table for reading and studying, keeps your eyes from being dry!
- Recessed Lights: General interior illumination for the office, without getting in the way of work and a budget friendly option then flush mounts.
Garage lighting
The garage is more than just a space to park cars and store tools; it’s a versatile area that often serves multiple purposes in the home. From DIY projects and hobby spaces to extra storage and even home gyms, the garage is a functional extension of our living environment. Yet, despite its practicality, the garage is often overlooked when it comes to thoughtful design and lighting.
Although the picture above features a parking garage, the concept is the same! Overhead lighting fixture as the primary illumination while other options are the cherry on top.
Lighting Options for Garage Lighting
- Overhead Lights: Whether it is Vapor Tights, architectural strips or LED high bays, it is a must to have one of these options when designing your garage
Basement Lighting
The basement—a space often overlooked or underutilized, personalizing this interior would give the best impression of your values and personality. Whether it’s a storage area, a recreational retreat, a home gym, or an additional living space, the basement offers a blank canvas for homeowners to expand their living environment creatively. Despite its unique versatility, basements can present challenges, especially when it comes to lighting.
Lighting Options for Basement Lighting
- Recessed Lights: A budget friendly and slick interior lighting fixture to use on the ceiling.
- Others: Depending on what you are using the space for, there are multiple options for interior lighting!