There is nothing better than a well-lit home. In fact, there is nothing better than having a home well lit. The light is the essence that brings our spaces to life, transforming simple rooms into cosy retreats and living rooms into memorable social settings.
A natural light It is clearly the best and most pleasant way to illuminate our spaces. However, it is not always possible to have good natural light, and there are situations in which the artificial light It's really ours best ally. Among all the lighting options, the pendant lamps are the preferred option, not only because they are very versatile, such as for its ability to to illuminate completely a space.
But what if we told you that there are fundamental application rules that must be followed? Think again if you believe that simply installing the lamp is enough. In interior design, everything has a purpose that must be followed in order to obtain the better results in our spaces. In this article, we reveal all the mysteries e we simplify all the rules about pendant lighting, according to the space in your home.
Living room
Considered by many the heart of the home, the living room is a multipurpose space where do we spend time time de quality whether with our family and friends, or just relaxing. The preferred lighting for this space is indirect lighting, which most often comes from lighting tracks or spotlights distributed throughout the area. However, it is also common to add pendant lamps about the seating area – with only the light intensity being adjusted. To maximise the comfort and functionality of the space, these lamps should be installed between 30 to 50 centimetres living room ceiling.
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Dining room
In the dining room, it is important to have lighting enough for meals. However, we often end up overdoing it and making the environment less welcoming. And that is not what we are looking for. Therefore, the ideal way to harmonise these two aspects is to hang your pendant lamp at a height between the 70 and 90 centimetres above the surface of the dining table. This way we ensure a uniform lighting about the dining area without overshadowing anyone. Furthermore, it is also important to note the distance between the edge of the lamp and the edge of the dining table, which should be between 20 and 30 centimetres.
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Bedroom
In the room, the pendant lamps can be placed in two ways: at the division centre or about bedside tables. Placing a pendant lamp in the centre of the room is the best option traditional, ensuring the lighting of the entire environment. When we talk about this type of application, we must place the pendant lamp a 2/2,10 metres from the floor or, if it is on top of the bed, the 30/35 centimetres the same.
If you choose to place it on the bedside tables, know that this is a more option contemporary, widely used nowadays in interior design. Besides eliminating the need for table lamps (or at least one of them), it provides a dynamics and a one character to a completely different space – especially if you choose lamps with some character. In this case, place the pendant lamp between 30 to 50 centimetres from the bedside table.
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Open areas
When we talk about open areas, we are referring to those spaces where we need to install lighting without having an object underneath it, such as in corridors or stairs. For this purpose, the ideal is to add the pendant lamps at a height between 2 to 2,10 metres on the floor.
Mastering all these rules of pendant lighting is essential for us to be able to create well-lit spaces, comfortable e visually nicknames. By following our tips, you can transform your spaces effortlessly. striking e efficient. Discover in our online store a variety of unique pendant lamps from the most prestigious lighting brands. If you have questions, visit our physical store and enjoy a personalised service with our interior design specialists. For more information, contact us by phone at 239 506 400 or by email at