Lighting your way to a calmer way of living
Create a calmer ‘home sweet home’. A treat for your mind and soul. An interior design that focuses on self-care; an enveloping and cosseting vibe. Create your place of solace. Make it soulful and calm to soothe away the everyday stresses.
Soft pastels, a cosseting throw mixed with the ambience of diffused light will bring a tranquil stillness.
Shop carefully selected home accessories and lighting. Choose key pieces that evoke a soulful sanctuary. Breathe new, restorative life into your home decor.
With stresses and strains of everyday life, we need to avoid burnout. Creating a safe haven at home will ensure that our down-time will be of good quality and will reduce anxiety. So, what are the key themes to this design?
1. Creating a comforting lighting plan
2. Using backlit lighting
3. Introducing tranquil textiles
4. Get inspired with Organic forms
5. Add sustainable and natural materials
6. Invest in rest
Get a nurturing hug as soon as you walk in the door. Shed your anxiety along with your jacket and shoes. Allow yourself a satisfied sigh that you are home and it’s time to relax.
Choose rooms that you spend time in to create this comforting and inclusive design. It’s perfect for living rooms and bedrooms, but it’s also equally effective in dining rooms and even bathrooms!
Anywhere that you have quality ‘me’ time, or share a space with loved ones deserves this luxurious look.
Choose rooms that you spend time in to create this comforting and inclusive design. It’s perfect for living rooms and bedrooms, but it’s also equally effective in dining rooms and even bathrooms!
Anywhere that you have quality ‘me’ time, or share a space with loved ones deserves this luxurious look.
Creating a comforting lighting plan
The key to the most successful lighting plan is flexibility. Using only one source of light is an absolute no-go. Think of it more as a complete outfit; layers that you can add or remove to achieve the perfect temperature and look for every occasion.
The main ceiling light
The trend for the main ceiling light in the room is to have an eye-catching design. However, most of us will choose not to use this light, especially when we’re looking to relax.
Overhead lighting creates a wide spread of light into the room, so it does remain a necessity. It’s ideal when you have a task to do, such as sewing or playing board games, but when you snuggle up with a good book, or to watch a film, it’s best to turn this off.
Better still, add a dimmer switch! You can then have the benefit of a wide spread of light that you can control for the perfect ambience.
Wall Lights
Wall lights are a fabulous choice of lighting for all interior designs. They add a depth to the room and showcase your choice of wallpaper, or the paint tones.
For this design, where eliminating the daily stresses, opt for back-lit lighting (more on this subject to follow) or wall washers.
Wall washers do exactly what they say on the tin; they wash the light up and/or down your walls for a soft spread of light which does not glare in your eyes.
Freestanding Lamps
Table and floor lamps are the most flexible source of lights that you can buy. You can move them around the room as you need and can choose when and which to illuminate as you require.
Using lamps alongside wall lights and your ceiling light fitting will ensure that you have the perfect light levels for any activity.
Using backlit lighting
Much the same as reaching for your sunglasses when you’re lazing in the sun, back-lit lighting prevents glare in your eyes. It’s hard to fully relax when you’re squinting against a harsh light!
LEDs have allowed for this look to be possible, as we no longer have to accommodate a bulky lampholder.
Introducing tranquil textiles
Comforting cushions, throws and rugs add a soft layer of comfort to any setting.
Choose soft velvets and velour fabrics for a really sumptuous appeal.
Get inspired with Organic forms
Nothing is as relaxing as the sites and sounds of nature. Immerse yourself with the sculptural designs inspired by Organic structures.
Soft, flowing lines that mimic water droplets, or natures flora and fauna are great to add a peaceful yet impactful aesthetic.
Add sustainable and natural materials
Today’s consciences are salved by protecting our planet for future generations. Taking something that was meant for landfill and turning it into something useful is a celebrated practice now. We have face care made from used coffee grounds, and lighting made from cardboard.
Yet when these materials are worked into such a beautiful product, we ask ourselves; ‘why don’t we do this more?!’.
Invest in rest
Carve time out for yourself. Rest does not always have to be sleeping, but if you get your 7-8 hours of sleep per night, you will reap the rewards.
Reading is a very calming activity, or if you are into mindfulness on another level, you could try yoga or meditation.
Take time out. Nurture yourself and your home.