New Year’s Day is a great opportunity to make a fresh start in your home.
Lighting updates are a simple way to make a difference. A simple lighting update can transform a room by simply changing a fixture, such as a chandelier or a few pendants, or even a single table lamp. Whether you are looking to make a minor or major update, these tips from the American Lighting Association will help you stay current on the latest lighting trends.
Mix and Match
Your home is your reflection of style and personality. You can create your own style by adding fixtures in different styles and finishes.
“One of today’s popular design trends encourages individuals to create unique lighting designs by mixing and matching their favorite fixtures within the same space,”Jennifer Kis, Progress Lighting’s director of marketing communications, said: “There is no need to feel limited by fixtures, or even finishes, in one particular collection. Coordinating complementary pieces creates a cohesive feel to the home, while also reinforcing your design style.”
By offering collections with complementary finishes and details, lighting manufacturers make it easier for homeowners find fixtures that fit together.
Bring the outside in
Look outside for inspiration. In recent years, outdoor design elements have been very popular. But gaining popularity lately is the idea of incorporating exterior fixtures with inside décor.
“We have seen a lot of creative ways designers are using a variety of exterior lanterns inside,” says Kis. “Nature-inspired elements and outdoor wall sconces or hanging lanterns that are traditionally used to enhance curb appeal can also be ideal when incorporated into interior design schemes within the home.”
Pendants are perfect
Choose pendants for their versatility and compatibility. Pendants are becoming more popular because they come in a wide variety of shapes, colors and sizes. These flexible fixtures can be hung together in groups of three, four, or more depending on what you need. Pendants can serve as overall task or ambient lighting, as well as add visual interest and beauty to the overall décor.
To find out more and to see a list of local ALA member lighting showrooms, where you can view the latest fixtures and speak with a professional lightingconsultant go online. americanlightingassoc.com.
