Lighting
Flexible lighting allows for a change in mood. Direct light can be uncomfortable unless needed for a specific task.
Indirect lighting is softer and gives a relaxed ambience. Fluorescent lights flicker, and they can be extremely uncomfortable and stressful for those with heightened senses.
LED give a constant light which can be fully controlled and is far less expensive to run.
Where to Start
• Lighting control – use a dimmer
• Circadian cycle
• LED consistency use anti-flicker options
• Indirect Light
Professional Tips
Choose warm white where possible 3000k or less
Colour changing light bulbs available online
Avoid using different colour light bulbs within the same room with dimers where possible
• Adjustable Colour
• Daylight
• Consider light noise
• Non slatted Blinds Diffuse light
A good read - Life Time by Russell Foster
At home utilise floor and side lights as indirect light
Think of light in layers…. Start with the main three:
Ambient Lighting
This is the general light which illuminates the whole room, an example would be a central pendant light, consider this your base layer
Task lighting
This is a more specific light which allows you to complete a task, an example would be a floor light positioned to create a cosy spot to curl up in and read a book
Accent lighting
This could highlight a feature or a wall light that can be used to create a cosy atmosphere
