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How to choose the best lighting trend for your home

12 Sep 2023

When selecting lighting for a home,  consider the longevity and versatility of lighting trends, as well as maintenance, installation, scale, and size.

According to Home-Dzine, selecting the right lighting trend for your home is crucial as it not only complements your decor but also impacts your mood and energy levels. Planning is crucial to ensure the room functions well and feels cohesive.

Top 10 new lighting trends

1. Futuristic

Futuristic lighting includes sleek designs, innovative technology, and often has a minimalist aesthetic. These pieces often include geometric shapes, clean lines, and cutting-edge technology, for example, lights that change colour or brightness with a voice command or an app.

2. Sculptural pieces

Sculptural lighting involves light fixtures that are not only functional but also serve as pieces of art. They often feature unique shapes, materials, and sizes that make them stand out in any room as well as adding depth and texture.

3. Colour block

Colour block lighting involves light fixtures with bold blocks of colour, often contrasting with one another. This trend is perfect for adding a pop of colour to a neutral space.

4. Smart lighting

Smart lighting includes fixtures that can be controlled through smart devices, apps, or voice commands. They often allow you to change the colour, brightness, and even create lighting schedules.

5. Mirrored Brass

Mirrored brass lighting involves fixtures with a reflective brass finish which gives an elegant, pretty finish. The delicate nature of this style helps to create an elegant space whilst the brass adds warmth.

6. Matching pendants to walls

Matching pendants to the wall colour is a big trend for 2023. This modern style helps to create a cohesive look that allows the light fixtures to blend seamlessly into the room.

7. Burnt steel

Burnt steel lighting involves fixtures with a burnt or oxidised finish, often resulting in a range of warm, earthy tones. This lighting idea brings a rustic touch to your space that also works well in industrial themed spaces.

8. Smoked Glass

Smoked glass lighting involves light fixtures with a smoky or tinted glass finish. This trend adds a touch of mystery and sophistication to your space, particularly if you use darker tinted glass.

9. Modern industrial

Modern industrial lighting involves fixtures with a blend of industrial materials, like metal and wood, but with a more refined and sleek design. Incorporating modern industrial lighting into your home brings a contemporary and urban touch to the interior style.

10. Wall lighting

Wall lighting involves light fixtures that are mounted on the wall rather than the ceiling. This style is perfect for smaller spaces or areas where ceiling lighting is not feasible.

Before incorporating new trends into your home, it’s essential to consider the longevity and versatility of these trends and ensure they complement your existing decor and lifestyle. Ultimately, the right lighting can transform your space and create a cosy, welcoming, and stylish environment.

TheSpruce explains that difference between soft white bulbs and daylight bulbs:

Soft white bulbs:

Pros

  • Soft light for creating a calm atmosphere

  • Helps make a space feel warm and inviting

  • Enhances warm, earthy colours

  • Compliments wood grains

Cons
  • May not provide enough light for tasks that require visibility, like office work or cooking 

  • May be incandescent bulbs and therefore not energy-efficient

 

Daylight Bulbs

Pros

  • Bright, cool lighting for a lively, energetic space 

  • Increases visibility for precision tasks

  • Compliments cool colours such as white, gray, and blue

  • Very efficient LED bulbs

Cons
  • Detracts from a warm, cosy space

  • May be too bright in some areas 

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