Decorating
Welcome the Winter With Mood-enhancing Lights
Relish the prospect of darker evenings with statement lighting to illuminate and inspire
It’s true the nights are drawing in, but before you book your ticket to somewhere sunnier, explore other ways to brighten up your days. The right illumination can transform a room and also act as a stylish focal point. So invest in an attention-grabbing light or two and start looking forward to the sun going down.
Introduce quirky colour
A hard-working kitchen space is a great place to inject a bit of fun. Replace sensible pendants with something unexpected, such as these bright colanders, and even the cloudiest of November days won’t get you down.
A hard-working kitchen space is a great place to inject a bit of fun. Replace sensible pendants with something unexpected, such as these bright colanders, and even the cloudiest of November days won’t get you down.
Overdose on glamour
It’s hard to do full-on sultry decadence with the sun still streaming through the window. The longer hours of darkness offer an opportunity to turn up the glitz and treat yourself to some attention-grabbing light fittings. This matching set diffuses the light beautifully and resembles a pair of diamond-encrusted waterfalls.
Explore more glamorous bedrooms
It’s hard to do full-on sultry decadence with the sun still streaming through the window. The longer hours of darkness offer an opportunity to turn up the glitz and treat yourself to some attention-grabbing light fittings. This matching set diffuses the light beautifully and resembles a pair of diamond-encrusted waterfalls.
Explore more glamorous bedrooms
Lower the level
You may feel deprived of sunlight, but harsh lighting is never a good idea. Instead, indulge in the ultimate in low-level illumination – candlelight. The more candles you use, the more impressive the effect. Lanterns add to the romance of the setting, as well as being the safest option if you’re putting candles on the floor.
You may feel deprived of sunlight, but harsh lighting is never a good idea. Instead, indulge in the ultimate in low-level illumination – candlelight. The more candles you use, the more impressive the effect. Lanterns add to the romance of the setting, as well as being the safest option if you’re putting candles on the floor.
Share your mood
Ingo Maurer’s Zettel’z light may be more than 15 years old, but it seems as innovative as ever. Adorn it with pleasing thoughts and elevate a simple light to the status of poetry. This is an investment piece that will both endure and evolve.
Ingo Maurer’s Zettel’z light may be more than 15 years old, but it seems as innovative as ever. Adorn it with pleasing thoughts and elevate a simple light to the status of poetry. This is an investment piece that will both endure and evolve.
Embrace nature
Whether you’re living in the heart of the countryside or are more of an urban jungle dweller, make room for natural materials and organic shapes. The sculptural quality of these antlers makes them a fascinating framework for this light, which will look all the more gorgeous when the snow starts to fall.
Whether you’re living in the heart of the countryside or are more of an urban jungle dweller, make room for natural materials and organic shapes. The sculptural quality of these antlers makes them a fascinating framework for this light, which will look all the more gorgeous when the snow starts to fall.
Do crystal with a difference
Add just a hint of grandeur (with tongue firmly in cheek) by employing the classic English traditions of the pre-dinner drink and the decadent chandelier. The sherry may be finished, but warm glows abound thanks to these Lee Broom designs that turn convention on its head.
Add just a hint of grandeur (with tongue firmly in cheek) by employing the classic English traditions of the pre-dinner drink and the decadent chandelier. The sherry may be finished, but warm glows abound thanks to these Lee Broom designs that turn convention on its head.
Dare to go bare
The trend of going lampshade free continues apace as an increasing number of decorative filament bulbs becomes available. And as if the little beauties weren’t pleasing enough, coloured flexes have come along to add to their fabulousness. The scribbly mix in this kitchen adds both colour and fun.
See more beautiful exposed bulbs
The trend of going lampshade free continues apace as an increasing number of decorative filament bulbs becomes available. And as if the little beauties weren’t pleasing enough, coloured flexes have come along to add to their fabulousness. The scribbly mix in this kitchen adds both colour and fun.
See more beautiful exposed bulbs
Deconstruct a classic
Chandeliers have been the mainstay of statement lighting for centuries, so a pulled-apart version of the classic is both witty, refreshing and reassuringly familiar. This elegant line is utterly contemporary without being completely off the wall.
Chandeliers have been the mainstay of statement lighting for centuries, so a pulled-apart version of the classic is both witty, refreshing and reassuringly familiar. This elegant line is utterly contemporary without being completely off the wall.
Add sparkle to your patio
A crisp night sky can be enjoyed at any time of year. All you need is the right clothing and enough light to see where you put your hot chocolate. Outdoor fairy lights add a twinkling, upbeat mood – drape them on trees and bushes, or you could try an ingenious bit of upcycling, as with this inventive crate, experimenting with various fun looks.
Do you change your lighting according to the seasons? Tell us how in the Comments below.
A crisp night sky can be enjoyed at any time of year. All you need is the right clothing and enough light to see where you put your hot chocolate. Outdoor fairy lights add a twinkling, upbeat mood – drape them on trees and bushes, or you could try an ingenious bit of upcycling, as with this inventive crate, experimenting with various fun looks.
Do you change your lighting according to the seasons? Tell us how in the Comments below.
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