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Swish Switches That Light Up a Room
Use our guide to identify your switch style and you'll discover electrical accessories to complement your interior
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When designing a room it’s the details that make all the difference, from that perfect paint colour to those dreamy wall tiles, so it can be frustrating when essential fixtures and fittings, such as plastic light switches, affect the drama of the end result. Well, wouldn’t it be great if these electrical fittings were part of a solution and not the problem? Step forward innovative stylish switches that stand out for all the right reasons.
We asked the award-winning craftsmen at Clipsal‘s design labs to identify their four key styles for switches that are breaking all the rules and turning electrical accessories into cool interior must-haves. Check out these looks and discover which switch suits your spaces.
We asked the award-winning craftsmen at Clipsal‘s design labs to identify their four key styles for switches that are breaking all the rules and turning electrical accessories into cool interior must-haves. Check out these looks and discover which switch suits your spaces.
Classic Chic
Often over-looked as a significant part of a room scheme, designers are now re-thinking the role of the light switch as a stand- alone interiors feature thanks to the many new styles and finishes available. For example, if you’re looking to complement a classic, high-end interior, then this elegant switch is a sleek and sophisticated solution. Featuring a chic metallic finish, this switch’s charcoal steel frame will team perfectly with dark tones and raw textures, while its sublime simplicity will ensure it melts away into the backdrop.
Encourage the simplicity. For added efficiency, this switch features a simple push-button operation for an extra streamlined finish.
Often over-looked as a significant part of a room scheme, designers are now re-thinking the role of the light switch as a stand- alone interiors feature thanks to the many new styles and finishes available. For example, if you’re looking to complement a classic, high-end interior, then this elegant switch is a sleek and sophisticated solution. Featuring a chic metallic finish, this switch’s charcoal steel frame will team perfectly with dark tones and raw textures, while its sublime simplicity will ensure it melts away into the backdrop.
Encourage the simplicity. For added efficiency, this switch features a simple push-button operation for an extra streamlined finish.
Contemporary Eclectic
Do you hanker after a resort-style home that makes you feel like you’re on a constant holiday? Then this breezy switch with a glass finish will suit your interior. Its light and airy design makes it ideal for spaces that are calm and relaxing, while its LED push buttons keep it sleek and sophisticated.
Ideal for practical spaces. The hard-wearing finish of this glass switch makes it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. Plus, as the finish is also available in fan controls and cooker switches, it will give you a coordinated look.
Do you hanker after a resort-style home that makes you feel like you’re on a constant holiday? Then this breezy switch with a glass finish will suit your interior. Its light and airy design makes it ideal for spaces that are calm and relaxing, while its LED push buttons keep it sleek and sophisticated.
Ideal for practical spaces. The hard-wearing finish of this glass switch makes it ideal for kitchens and bathrooms. Plus, as the finish is also available in fan controls and cooker switches, it will give you a coordinated look.
Colour Block
Busy family homes are often packed full of colour and vibrance that changes on a daily basis depending on what toys are being played with or the latest craft project on display. So, wouldn’t it be great if you had versatile electrical switches that could mirror this playful vibe? Opt for a light switch that has interchangeable cover plates and you’ll be able to change up the look every time the surroundings evolve.
Make it a feature. Turn a colourful switch into part of the backdrop by giving it a role in an exciting gallery wall display of prints and photographs. You could even include children’s artwork in painted frames for a humorous touch.
Busy family homes are often packed full of colour and vibrance that changes on a daily basis depending on what toys are being played with or the latest craft project on display. So, wouldn’t it be great if you had versatile electrical switches that could mirror this playful vibe? Opt for a light switch that has interchangeable cover plates and you’ll be able to change up the look every time the surroundings evolve.
Make it a feature. Turn a colourful switch into part of the backdrop by giving it a role in an exciting gallery wall display of prints and photographs. You could even include children’s artwork in painted frames for a humorous touch.
Coastal Calm
The laid back look of this simple switch fits right in with a neutral palette of weathered timbers, natural linens and calming greys – perfect for a creative coastal interior. And to encourage that easy-living vibe even more, the switch features pictograms that clearly indicate each operation, so you can go straight to the downlights, ceiling fan or room you want.
Connect your home. Want to be able to control your lighting 24/7 from a smartphone or tablet? Well you can with Clipsal Iconic Smart Devices that are controlled from the Wiser Room app for energy efficiency and convenience. Plus it’s all done via Bluetooth so no routers or network hardware is required.
More: For more electrical accessory inspiration, visit Clipsal by Schneider Electric.
Your turn
Which switch style are you drawn to and why?
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
The laid back look of this simple switch fits right in with a neutral palette of weathered timbers, natural linens and calming greys – perfect for a creative coastal interior. And to encourage that easy-living vibe even more, the switch features pictograms that clearly indicate each operation, so you can go straight to the downlights, ceiling fan or room you want.
Connect your home. Want to be able to control your lighting 24/7 from a smartphone or tablet? Well you can with Clipsal Iconic Smart Devices that are controlled from the Wiser Room app for energy efficiency and convenience. Plus it’s all done via Bluetooth so no routers or network hardware is required.
More: For more electrical accessory inspiration, visit Clipsal by Schneider Electric.
Your turn
Which switch style are you drawn to and why?
This story was written by the Houzz Sponsored Content team.
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