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H Light has a significant effect on your sleep pattern. Light pouring through your window early in the morning sends a natural signal to the brain that it’s time to wake up, be alert, and start the day. Conversely, exposure to bright light at night can stimulate the same sensations, presenting a barrier to a good night’s sleep. Therefore, light plays an integral role in easing your body in and out of refreshing rest. The importance of darkness Just as light is essential to wakefulness, darkness is important to sleep.... Read More

Whether your interior design concept is modern or traditional, lighting will play a key role. Often, lighting fixtures will be the focal point of a room; the eye is naturally drawn up towards light, so choosing the right fixture is essential. There’s a whole host of finishes and options, whether you’re looking for a glamourous centrepiece or a subtle, contemporary accent. Here, explore these 5 luxurious lighting fixture finishes and make the ubiquitous Ikea paper lamp shade a thing of the past. 1. Copper lighting Brushed copper lighting is a... Read More

If you run a bar or restaurant, or if indeed you have your own bar area at home, lighting is essential for setting the mood. Good lighting design can transform a space, making your bar seem lively, fun, inviting, cosy or chic, depending on your vision. Whatever the brand of your establishment or your personal taste, lighting should play an integral role in the interior design. Here, we suggest 5 ways to update your bar area with contemporary lighting. 1. Accentuate focal points with track lights Track lights are fixtures... Read More

Creating stylish focal points in your home is all about drawing the eye to exciting pieces whilst still achieving harmony through placement, colour, reflection and textures. One of the easiest ways to create designer spaces in your home is by introducing statement lighting in each room. Creating gentle visual links through the clever use of lamps, chandeliers, shades and mirror lights will give each room eye-catching form for every occasion. So how do you know which type of lights to choose for each different room? Whether you’re looking for drama... Read More

When it comes to designing the perfect bedroom, lighting is key to making sure that the ambience in your room is balanced. From sleek and modern to oak-furnished and traditional, the mood is never quite right until you get the lighting down to a tee. Bedroom lighting is particularly important as you don’t always want to light up the whole room, and you need the convenience of being able to switch the lights off when you’re in bed. So how do you choose the right lighting? What’s going to look... Read More