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LIGHTING

Lighting

by Stienie Greyling

igh ting is the essential component to
a successful design scheme.
L When lighting comes from
several sources rather than one central
light, it will give warmth to separate areas.
Wall art and lighting have been two areas
that have become very popular in homes,
offices and restaurants.
Bright bulbs should be used for work or
craft and soft ambient and non-directional Table and floor lamps Lava lamps
lighting for a cosy feel. Lighting controlled Thoughtfully placed can transform a Are making a comeback, no longer
by an app with the exact setting needed room into a cosy sanctuary and create a just for teenage bedrooms. Lava lamps tie
for each type of activity is an option to focal point in a space. Use a pair of lamps into the retro trend, but have to be styled
consider. to accentuate a beautiful console table or accordingly. Lava lamps create totally
Adding extra light to a dining area is sideboard, or place a floor lamp next to an new shades and moods in a room.
a great way to boost atmosphere, and armchair or sofa to create a comfortable
pendant lights hung from the ceiling do reading spot. Brass
this while also creating an unmissable Providing a modern take on metal,
design feature. Colour and pattern warmer tones of brushed and polished
Colour is always important in interiors brass will start coming through more
Ceiling lighting and can be a vital element in a home. regularly in 2021. The high shine or
In 2021 ceiling lighting will become A reading corner would benefit from matt finishes pair perfectly with natural
the focus of rooms. There will be elegant an elegant table lamp in a colour that materials, including wood and marble.
and extravagant light fittings available for coordinates with the furniture colour in the
every style. Ceiling lights will transform room. Fun, playful and design-led shades Office or home office lighting
rooms and should be the first design point and bases will inject colour into most Future workspaces will need to respond
to consider, rather than left until the last. interior spaces. to the desire for greater flexibility, in

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