Room lighting: How to make your home shine!

Light is not just light! Of course, light is primarily used to illuminate a room. But: light also manages to modulate moods and can accentuate architectural features. Room lighting is therefore an essential part of the furnishing concept and should not be neglected! In our MöbelFirst magazine today, we present various aspects of lighting design. Immerse yourself in the world of lighting with us! With our tips, you can transform your four walls into a radiant feel-good paradise in no time at all.

What types of room lighting are there?

There are basically three categories of room lighting:

1. Basic lighting: Every room requires a basic light source. This creates a general brightness and ensures orientation within a room. Ceiling lights, recessed spotlights or large-area 
Pendant lights fulfill this purpose. The ambient lighting should always be placed in strategically clever areas of the ceiling. This is because homogeneous light distribution is crucial to avoid the creation of dark corners.
2. Accent lighting: Accent lighting highlights certain areas or objects. These can be shelves, architectural details or a cozy reading corner. You can also use targeted lighting to showcase works of art. Spotlights, picture lights or 
Table lamps are ideal for this.
3. Functional lighting: With this type of lighting, the focus is clearly on functionality. Desk lamps, reading lights or the light in the bathroom mirror are typical examples. But be careful! Don't ignore the design here either. Functional lighting should also blend in well with your furnishings.

At best, a successful lighting concept consists of the skillful interplay of these three types of lighting. Imagine a room that is only lit by a ceiling light! It looks sterile and uninviting. However, if you highlight certain areas, the picture changes completely. The room is given depth and structure.

A well thought-out lighting concept is the key to success

Ideally, you should consider the lighting as early as the planning phase of the home furnishings. Think about which areas are to be used and how. Where should a workplace be created that requires special light? Should certain furniture be accentuated with light? What atmosphere do you want in your room? Also remember to plan the placement of light connections and sockets accordingly! This is the only way to ensure that your lighting concept can actually be implemented.

Be sure to take the size of the room into account when planning the lighting concept. In small rooms, the lighting design should not be too dominant. Here, indirect light from wall lamps can work wonders. It makes the room appear wider and more open. Floor lamps on the other hand, are not suitable for small rooms. They simply take up too much space. In large rooms, you can use several different types of luminaires. This creates different zones and gives the room structure. This is particularly useful in rooms that serve several purposes. For example, you can integrate a dining area in the living room and visually separate it with light.

It is also important to consider the color temperature of the light. Because: The light color significantly influences the room effect! In living rooms and bedrooms, you should opt for warm white light! This has a relaxing effect and creates a cozy atmosphere. Cool white light has a bluish hue. This has an activating and concentration-enhancing effect. You can use this in the kitchen or in work areas. Neutral white light is a good compromise and can be used universally.

There are now also numerous helpers that you can use for your lighting concept. Dimmers, for example, are real all-rounders. Use them to adjust the brightness of the light sources to your needs and the respective situation. Motion detectors are useful in corridors, passageways or outdoor areas. These avoid unnecessary power consumption and ensure safety. Are you tech-savvy? Then smart lighting is a good solution! These offer numerous options for individual control conveniently via app or voice control on your cell phone.

A dream home with the perfect lighting

Lighting is an indispensable part of furnishing that goes far beyond the pure function of illumination! It is a decisive design element that significantly influences the atmosphere of a room. Well thought-out lighting design is therefore essential! This is the only way to create a harmonious and appealing living ambience. It is therefore essential that you consciously address the issue of lighting! Follow our tips and transform your living space into a dream home. You haven't quite seen the light yet and still have questions? Feel free to contact us directly. We look forward to your call!