Interior designing involves many crucial elements to work alongside each other to establish the beauty, finesse, mood and setting that the user aspires. Some of these elements are the furniture, wall color scheme, floor and roof layout, pillars, choice fabric and its design and design of doors and windows. However, another component that is very substantial is the lighting of the interior space. Improper lighting can hamper even the of best interior designs.
The type of lighting and its location plays an important role in making the room look lively and establish the perfect atmosphere that one desires. The houses, offices, hotel rooms and other interior spaces in Singapore feature some of the best interior design and lighting in the world. Lighting schemes lying within a wide range of budget can be found here. Interior designers can scheme the lighting layout to suit the other aspects of their design. Users can also apply their own creative input to reflect their personality and creativity. There are some important considerations to bear in mind before undertaking this vital process.
There are three types of lighting schemes, each having its own distinct characteristics, that can be combined to offer the best lighting solution. These three types are general, accent and task lighting. The power wattage and output of the lights should not strain the eyes or induce monotonousness. The brightness of the lights in each room is also important, as it will distinguish that particular room from the other rooms and signify whether it is the kitchen, bed room, child’s room or work room.
The general lighting scheme refers to the ambient light that will cover the whole room and provide as much light in each area as possible. Reflection plays an important role, as the light is reflected across the various surfaces to utilize its potential. Hence, this scheme is also dependent on the color of the walls and other surfaces. These lights should point upwards and downwards and include wall sconces or lamps.
The shimmer and polish of the objects can be enhanced by adding accent lights. These lights can offer a certain vibe and add a bloom effect, that is pleasing to the eyes. Halogen is the perfect example of accent light, although it can increase the room temperature pretty fast. The positioning of these lights with respect to the artifacts like paintings, sculptures or other objects is very important. They should never be aimed directly at the objects as this can create a hot spot. Applying these lights at an angle of 30 degrees or more can provide the perfect ambiance.
Task lighting involves concentration of light in smaller areas to ease the effort or working. These generally include light sources such as table lamps and work lamps, which have strong and bright output. However, if used correctly, they can add to the ambiance of the room and bring a surreal effect to its beauty. Task lighting can be effectively used to highlight small patches on the wall or tables. Certain tall furniture can also be fitted with lighting strips beneath their surface.
The design and style of the lamps and and shades should match that of the interior design. Adding classical chandeliers to a room with sleek furniture and design elements will prove ineffective due to the vast difference in designs. The color of the lights should also be synchronized with the color and design of the walls and floor. However, lights with white, yellowish or sepia tones can be used alongside a large array of color schemes. The size of the room will decide the the number and intensity of the lights. In