Growing up, I enjoyed watching TV without light in the room. The brightness from the TV was just okay for me – it was more relaxing.
Every time I tried keeping the fluorescent light on, I had a headache. The fluorescent tube above the TV was the problem. It took me years to figure that out. It is estimated that 80-90% of people who suffer from migraines also experience painful sensitivity to light.
Lighting is an important aspect in Interior Design and it makes a great difference in the way space is perceived and used.
However, the type of light fixture and its positioning in our space is an important factor to be carefully considered during space planning.
Here are 3 factors to consider before choosing your light fixture:
☑️How Will This Space Be Used?
The activities to be carried out in the space will determine the type of lighting. A supermarket, for instance, will require bright lighting as it is a visual enhancer for customers to see the products on display and be attracted enough to buy. A bedroom, on the other hand, will require a subtler form of lighting.
☑️Size of the Room/Space
The size of the room will determine the number of lights needed. Be sure to involve a specialist as too many light sources can be distracting as well as impractical to maintain.
☑️What Mood Are We Trying to Create in This Space?
The way a space is lit will go a long way to determine how the end-users of such space will feel. Imagine installing a colored light in your study? Wrong choice, right? It can trigger headaches, strain the eyes and bring about other discomfort.
Beyond its functional use, lighting fixtures are a visual feature in themselves. Whether they are being used or not, they must fit the overall design of the space. Without light (natural or artificial), all of the other elements would not be able to shine to their full potential.
What do you think?
How best have you used lighting at home the office?
Tip: If you just take a quick look around your home right now, you’ll see what we’re about.
