Lighting Plan Tips
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Comments (6)Thank-you both for your input! I think I'm tossing up between putting the chairs in the nook or against the long wall. If chairs go in the nook, it's cosy and there's more walkway space as you said, Luke, for beanbags etc. However, what would I do with the 2m wall near the entrance? Would seating there be a bit odd? However having the screen in the nook would allow for a longer row of seating I think? So potentially more people could fit in, although those sitting near the door may have an obscure view of the screen. It seems like both options have pros & cons! We don't have anything that needs to go in, so to speak, although plenty of seating options and tables for drinks etc would be really great!...See MoreCan anyone help with some lighting tips please
Comments (4)Hi Kristy as your dining table is going to be not only in close proximity to the kitchen but running parallel to the island I would decide whether you want pendant lights over the island or a pendant(s) over the dining table. One area or the other needs to be the feature in terms of your lighting. If you have both then each loses its impact. Downlights with surrounds that are as close in colour to the ceiling colour as possible so they 'disappear' are ideal for general lighting. Put them on dimmer switches. LED strip lighting along the kickboard of the bookcase or the kitchen island could be gorgeous and create ambience. Wall lights that simply wash the wall with light or throw patterns on the wall are lovely and as already mentioned, table and floor lamps can be a major decorative feature in any space. If you'd like more information, I've written an ebook available in the iBook store. Bright Ideas for Lighting Your Home by Jenny Williams https://itun.es/au/on5e_.l...See MoreNeed help with lighting plan
Comments (9)Appreciate this comment and I do agree with your sentiments. I've tried, and failed, proposing using less ceiling lights especially downlights in areas like bedrooms, living rooms as the glare is annoying at most times. My partner on the other hand likes bright rooms and is conformed to the view of downlights are the must have modern fittings and reflect the upgrade in our renovation from current single light in each room not really providing sufficient light. We only really plan to be in this apartment for 2-3 years and then either selling or keeping as an investment property. So trying to balance form, design and budget in the mix to come up with an agreeable solution. I'm going to engage Beacon's lighting team as we're looking at getting the pendant from there so it makes the service free. This is just to see what ideas they come up with for us. I'd ideally like to reduce the amount of downlights and use other light sources such as lamps to light the rooms up with other ambient light. Again appreciate everyone's time to share their thoughts and feedback so far....See MoreWhat are some outdoor lighting tips for beginners?
Comments (0)The most common outdoor light fittings are floodlights, up/down wall brackets, garden spike lights, and bollards. When selecting lighting for residential outdoor areas, it is important to select fittings which will provide security and will withstand weather conditions. You need to use lights which have an IP rating, meaning they will resist weather elements in outdoor settings. For luminaires which will be used under the eaves of a roof, a minimum of IP44 or higher is recommended. For pergolas, a fitting with IP54 or IP65 is needed. For fittings that are fully exposed to the elements, an IP65 rating is highly recommended. To ensure that your light fittings do not rust or corrode over time, opt for high quality brass fittings with a powder-coated finish, or a marine-grade stainless steel. In garden lighting, low voltage 12V fittings are recommended in order to prevent electrical hazards. For this, a transformer is required to convert the 240V mains supply to a low voltage for exterior garden lights. Wall brackets can be used to highlight brick or stone textures on the wall. Garden spikes can be used to up-shine key features like trees, fountains, or statues. To find out more, visithttps://elekzon.com.au/blogs/news/your-design-guide-outdoor-lighting...See Moreswich5
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