Gone are the days of interior decorating when every home you visited was almost a duplicate of your own. Today, trends are evolving which idealise the left of centre designs as standing out aesthetically.
Individually styled rooms are becoming the norm rather than whole houses or apartments settling into one general vibe. Often the most key design aspect in a room is now a very small detail, such as lighting that accentuates a pot-plant or a stand out architectural detail.
It seems as though functionality was the prominent factor for a lot of homes in the past, however now we see much more emphasis on harmony and blending décor elements, particularly between furniture, lighting, artwork and other fixtures.
Resources on the internet and magazines are wide and varied when it comes to interior design and really should be able to help you to make some great decisions without going horribly astray in attempting to bring that showroom look into your home.
An overhaul of your lighting could be just the thing you haven’t thought of that will help get the most out of your living spaces. If you are on Sydney’s North Shore or Northern Beaches, keep in mind that Everest Electrical are the experts in this area and have the know-how to help with renovations and the installation of your choice of lighting system.
Lighting On The Spot
Different rooms have varied purposes and for that reason often their lighting requirements are specific. Here are some tips for getting the most out of lighting in the key rooms of your house while not forgetting that outside area as well.
Dining Room
• Illuminating the table which is the central focus of the dining room will naturally draw people in. This could be achieved with a pendant light or even a chic chandelier. Give the rest of the space a subtle glow without too much direct light to allow a relaxed entertaining vibe.
Living Room
• As mentioned above this is a great place to have a special feature or object which is specifically lit to bring a sophisticated aesthetic. Otherwise lighting from the corners of the room works well, allowing as many seats as possible enough light for reading: the use of table and floor lamps helps with this along with contributing to the atmosphere.
Kitchen
• Overhead lighting works best in the kitchen, using a dimmer switch which can be turned up while cooking. Lights under cabinets are also a great idea to illuminate work surfaces.
Bedroom
• Reading lamps in the bedroom help create a calm, comfortable vibe, as well as lights which can be angled away from the bed for a more subtle effect when desired.
Bathroom
• An overhead light combined with side lights are best for eliminating shadows in the bathroom, which is of course best for the application of make-up.
Outside
• LEDs are a great energy efficient method for lighting patios, balconies and even pathways. Inexpensive rope lighting really uplifts a night-time outdoor scene when placed around a garden bed or landscape feature.
The Lighting Professionals
When it comes to the installation of lighting products, the team at Everest Electrical have the skills to match your dreams. So dream big, as a revamp of your interior and exterior lighting could be the ideal thing to refresh and update the atmosphere of your home while adding value at the same time.
Of course our team at Everest Electrical are not just the LED and Halogen lighting specialists, we also offer a full range of electrical services for your domestic needs.
We welcome your call today on 0410 229 139 to discuss your electrical needs.