These 4 types of lighting are indispensable in the home

Direct light shines directly at a point, and indirect light shines through reflection at a point. However, how can this be applied? De blauwe Deel Verlichting taps into four lighting types that provide a beautifully lit home.

1. Basic lighting

General lighting, or basic lighting, is the pivot of any home. It ensures that a room is evenly and evenly lit and everything is visible. During the day the sun takes care of this, in the evening and the dark months hanging lamps, ceiling lights and LED spots offer solace. Floor-standing lamps with a broader beam angle or a unique chandelier can also be used ideally as ambient lighting.

2. Work lighting

Cooking in the twilight or having to peer to read a book: not so convenient and unpleasant for the eyes. Directional (dimmable) work lights ensure that there is more and bright lighting in the office or at the kitchen table, if necessary, that does not shine into the eyes. Think of reading lights, spotlights, and downlighters. It is essential to combine functional lighting with ambient lighting: otherwise, the shadows of the functional lighting may be counteracted.

3. Subtle accent lighting

Special photographs, a children's drawing, painting or an ornament in the ceiling deserve attention. A spotlight is a proven way to do this! It is essential to keep this accent lighting subtle: this is how light does its job. If the spot is too large, this is more striking than the accent. Tip: there is plenty of room for experimentation with a rotating luminaire. Sometimes a spotlight on a ceiling beam, sometimes on a piece of furniture, in no time at all. 

4. Atmosphere, atmosphere, atmosphere

An indispensable factor in the home! Those who have good atmospheric lighting will ensure that guests come in with delight: "Oh, how cozy it is here." Light on an occasional table, an extra table lamp, a series of chandeliers: more is always more in the case of mood lighting. Warm and soft, diffuse light creates atmosphere. Playing with light and dark (a flickering candle) and creating areas of light is also a great way to apply mood lighting. Also, think regarding heights. A lamp on a pedestal or a LED lamp in a dome gives a comical effect.