9 Unique Ambient Lights For Your Room
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Every room in your home needs to be well-lit, and for the most part, you’ll achieve this goal through ambient lighting. When the sun sets – or if your space doesn’t have any windows – the soft glow of ambient lights for your room is key. But you shouldn’t just go with any old light fixture for this important type of illumination. Instead, you should choose something unique and exquisite to bring some style and personality to your room.
How do you create ambient light in your room?
Ambient lighting, also known as general lighting, serves as your room’s primary light source. That’s why you should make sure you’re using your fixtures efficiently and getting the most out of them. To create a warm and welcoming feel with your fixtures, you should follow the below tips.
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Consider warmth and lumens. An ambient lighting source should consist of warm lighting with enough lumens (brightness) to make everything in the room visible.
Warm color temperatures help give the room a tranquil ambiance that’s as inviting as it is comforting.
- Install LED cove lighting. Elevate the ambiance by installing cove lighting with LEDs. This type of decor creates a dramatic and elegant glow, making it perfect mood lighting.
- Place linear LED lighting atop furniture. Using linear LED lights can enhance your room’s aesthetic while showcasing your furniture. Linear lights are highly versatile, and you can use them to create a professional-looking design with ease all by yourself.
- Install wall sconces to project upward light. Casting ambient light upward with wall sconces can give the room a more open and spacious feeling. This effect is especially helpful when trying to make a small room comfortable and enjoyable.
9 Ideas for ambient lights for your room
Now that you know how to incorporate soothing yet practical ambient lighting into any room, you’re ready to explore several fixture options.
The ones you use should reflect the style and atmosphere you’re going for in your room. They should also suit how you use The room in question. For example, bedroom ambient lighting should help with reading, relaxing, getting dressed, and easing into sleep. Check out the below fixture ideas for some inspiration.
1. Chandeliers
Almost every indoor space includes ambient lighting, so you should make yours stand out. An eye-catching chandelier is a perfect example. These ceiling fixtures create a focal point that’s sure to grab the attention of everyone who sees it. Find a chandelier that turns your space into all but a castle, or go with something more modern and chic. Place one in your living room, dining room, or – if you’re feeling really daring – bedroom. The transformation will be instant.
2. Track lights
From your basement to your kitchen, each room in your home has many functions. The fixtures you use should be versatile enough to fit all your different activities.
With track lights, you can expand past a single floor lamp or a fixed table lamp. Instead, you can tailor your lights’ angle and brightness to your exact needs. These aesthetically pleasing fixtures can easily keep up with your late-night study sessions, rainy-day crafting, and mid-day baking.
3. Recessed lights
You can’t have proper illumination without a large fixture, right? Wrong. Recessed lighting is a sleek option that lies flush against your ceiling. Use LED lights in these fixtures to enliven your room without taking attention from your favorite decor. Your recessed units will both let your artwork shine and accentuate your home’s architectural details. Who said you had to add large pieces of decor or space-consuming lamps to transform your room into a contemporary lounge?
4. Wall-mounted fixtures
If you’re looking for eccentric and trendy fixtures that won’t take up any floor space, consider wall-mounted fixtures. Wall sconces are a great example. They come in myriad colors, designs, shapes, and materials, and among these endless options, one will likely fit your style.
These fixtures illuminate the room with ambient lighting while doubling as gorgeous pieces of wall art.
5. Ceiling-mounted fixtures
Semi-flush lights, pendants, and indirect lighting are all ceiling-mounted fixtures that have the ability to zhuzh up the place. Many of these fixtures come in a range of materials, from glass and fabric to crystal and metal. If you’re feeling really ambitious, you can make your own DIY ceiling-mounted fixtures so you have something truly distinctive to make your room pop.
6. Projectors
You don’t have to rely on typical ambient fixtures to take your room’s atmosphere to the next level. When trying to set an inspirational mood perfect for meditating, studying, or just hanging out, projectors can fit the bill. That includes laser projectors such as the SkyLite 2.0. Under its glow, you’ll gaze at twinkling stars and floating clouds – and transform your room into a galactic dreamworld you’ve gotta see to believe.
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7. Spotlights
Spotlights aren’t just for the stage. You can use them in your home to shine ambient lighting into one specific area. This trick works particularly well for spaces where you may need some extra task lighting such as your bedroom or home office. You can also place spotlights on either side of your bed. This way, you get just the right amount of illumination to read before you drift off into a peaceful slumber.
8. Light strips
In rooms already full of dazzling decor, you should avoid over-decorating. You can add a stunning glow to your space without cluttering it by using BlissGlow LED light strips. Place them in just one area to showcase something special, or line your ceiling with them to brighten the whole room. With these LEDs, you can shine a rainbow of colors, changing the mood with just the push of a button or a tap of your phone.
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Pair these shimmering strips with the BlissBulb for a mesmerizing light show of glittering laser stars. In just seconds, your room can transform from an ordinary space into an astonishing nighttime sky. And under that nighttime glow, the possibilities are endless.
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9. Night lights
The ambiance of your room can continue after the sun goes down. Include a night light in your bedroom for a calming mood that will help you wind down for a soothing evening. For example, the BlissEmber can instantly recast your space as a multicolor wonderland you can control right from the palm of your hand. The same goes for the BlissRadia. This larger fixture, great for use at night, includes both white and colorful settings that let you see your room in a whole new way.
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With both the BlissEmber and the BlissRadia, you can choose from millions of lighting colors without even getting out of bed. So get cozy under your blankets and let yourself fall into a state of serenity. Your room will provide exactly the ambiance you need.
Create a room like no other with BlissLights
It’s no secret that everyone uses ambient lighting in their home. But you can take it to the next level with fixtures that match your personality and astonish your guests. With BlissLights, you can set the mood with ambient lighting that takes you exactly where you want to be without you moving an inch. Browse the BlissLights collection now to start reimagining the possibilities of your room’s ambient lighting.
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Blog :: Useful Ideas :: Bedroom Ideas
How to Light Your Bedroom
Choosing the right bedroom lighting creates a warm and inviting space, but using directional light for dressing along with ambient lighting for sitting areas can be tricky.
Contents:
- Bedroom chandelier. How to choose the right
- Pendant lights
- Basic Tips
- Selection: bedroom lamps
Bedroom, sweet bedroom… They say that on average we spend one third of our lives there. That’s a pretty impressive amount of time spent in our bedrooms. But more than a place to sleep, the bedroom is an oasis where we can unwind after a long, stressful day, a place to read or even work. Interior design, from the light to the furniture or color scheme, is what sets the mood in the room, which becomes an important aspect to consider when decorating a bedroom. Since light is half the interior design and feel of a room, here are some great tips for the perfect light!
Whenever you are choosing lighting fixtures for a room, you should first consider the size of the room and its style, and then the mood you want to create.
Large spaces will need multiple lights at different levels, so you can create different light moods and light settings that blend together.
A large room with a single source will feel dark and uninviting, even flat. The presence of light in different places and corners will make the space more voluminous and well lit.
Light will set the mood of a space from cozy to energetic. A perfectly balanced lighting setup will require different types of lighting, from general lighting to target or accent lighting, sometimes a combination of indirect and direct lighting. Think about the purpose of the light before deciding on the size, shape, and design of your lights. Work areas will require brighter lighting, while lounge areas need soft, welcoming light.
Symmetry in bedroom lighting is completely unimportant and even unnecessary. Use several types of fixtures. The goal is to draw attention to the entire room, not just focus on the bed. Placing light in different angles makes the space more voluminous and balanced. The goal is not an evenly lit room, but interesting lighting.
Today, many bedrooms are more than just places to sleep – they are also places to work, read and spend time with family.
In terms of artificial lighting, ambient light is best achieved with ceiling lights (eg ceiling chandeliers, pendant lights, etc.)
Bedroom chandelier. How to choose the right
The central, stunning light of a chandelier is sure to make a powerful statement. More than a delight, it will cast an even glow around the bedroom, perfect for general tasks that require total lighting.
But the chandelier always serves not only as a lighting device, but also as a central decorative element. And if we are talking about a small or even small space, then the chandelier is simply an indispensable assistant and decoration.
If you “play” by the rules, then the chandelier should be in harmony with all the objects in the room and the overall design of the room. Although nowadays more and more designers are abandoning this rule and playing on contrasts and opposites. They boldly combine different materials, colors, finishes and styles.
Always choose a dimmable chandelier, it is very convenient and allows you to create different lighting effects.
The styles of chandeliers are now completely different, all of them are beautiful, so sometimes it is very difficult to make a choice. For lovers of the classics, hanging chandeliers in the form of candelabra will be the right choice. However, here it is important to remember the size and the right combination: if the area was small, choose a small chandelier and vice versa.
Classic chandeliers with imitation candles are perfect for classic bedroom interiors in the style: classic, minimalism, English style, baroque or rococo.
Crystal chandeliers for the bedroom are a luxury that not everyone can afford. Such a lamp, as a rule, has a large size and many details. They create pomp, grandeur, sophistication and even pomposity. They will look good and harmonious only in large bedrooms with high ceilings.
For the interiors of small bedrooms, ceiling chandeliers should be used. They are in no way inferior to hanging ones in beauty, they also have a variety of styles, different in design and size.
Art Nouveau ceiling chandeliers for contemporary bedrooms. They are characterized by an almost complete absence of any decor and are designed to become part of the room, not stand out from it.
Pendant lamps
Bedroom pendant lamps are a versatile option that can replace several lighting elements at once: a chandelier and even a table bedside lamp.
Turning on your contemporary bedroom lighting for something less conventional can create a world of difference in your space. Here are some unique ways to change the look of your bedroom with great lighting.
Pendant lighting is becoming a popular alternative to the standard table lamp. Bare light bulbs keep things simple, but why not add some texture with a wooden lampshade, for example? Metal wire cage lampshades transform simple pendants into modern industrial accents.
However, if you decide to place a pendant light just above the bed, try to make sure that the luminous lampshade is not directed directly into the eyes.
It is better to choose fixtures where the light bulb has a lampshade or diffuser so that it is not visible from any angle. Don’t forget about modern technology: choose LED pendant lights, they have excellent light transmission, have a long service life (bulbs), and also save energy very well.
So: pendant lamps as bedside lights are a great alternative to bedside table lamps, which also save space, freeing up the surface of the nightstand for other things.
Conclusion. Main Conclusions
Summing up all of the above, I would like to streamline everything that we tried to talk about.
Installing only one light source or vice versa a large number is a common mistake. The general flood light from just the central light smooths everything out, there is no volume and it looks dull and dull.
Our top tip: be creative and experiment with lamps that add great design accents to your bedroom space. Small fixtures can add warm extra light and enhance the whole look of a room while complementing other interior décor.
Pair a few small lamps together in a beautiful cluster – these are becoming more and more popular and they will bring an edge to any decor. For a playful mood, hang lampshades at different heights or check out chic designer chandeliers.
Bedroom Lighting-Correct Bedroom Lighting
Bedroom Lighting. Of all the rooms in our home, the bedroom is probably the most important for each of us. Thus, the lighting design in the bedroom is essential to make it a comfortable place where you can put your head down every night. But as the bedroom has evolved into more than just a place to sleep, so has the need for bedroom lighting to evolve with it. The lighting in the bedroom is as multifaceted as the character of a person.
We have put together this bedroom lighting guide to teach you how to properly light your bedroom. The first half will cover basic bedroom lighting tips and how to position fixtures using lighting and environments, accents and general lighting. We will also look at choosing the right lamps for your bedroom so that their brightness and color matches your bedroom.
Bedroom Chandelier
Knowing what your lighting needs to be is the key to creating the best lighting for your bedroom. This means finding the right balance between ambient lighting, task and focus. Once you create that balance, you can create lighting for every mood and every activity with the flip of a switch.
From general concepts to a specific example. Lighting in the bedroom. You will need to choose the types of lighting depending on what you expect to do in your bedroom on a regular basis. Start by choosing a chandelier with ambient lighting or general lighting. Proper ambient light includes natural lighting through large windows or skylights or artificial lighting; whatever provides enough light to allow you to do common tasks like cleaning, folding clothes, or making your bed.
In terms of artificial lighting, ambient light is best achieved with ceiling lights (e.g. ceiling-mounted ceiling lights, chandeliers, pendant lights, etc.
) or through portable ones, such as floor lamps. Both types of lighting will provide enough light for activities that don’t require bright, focused light.
Local lighting in the bedroom.
If you’re planning on doing activities that require more attention, such as reading, working, or putting on make-up, then consider layering local lighting on top of the general lighting. Focused bedroom lighting doesn’t have to be limited to traditional table lighting. Consider bedside tables, low pendants on either side of the bed, sconces, wall lights on either side of the headboard, or other directional lighting placed above it.
In this sense, a bedroom light can essentially take on any form, as long as it provides the sufficient illumination needed for sustained concentration. In addition to design and location, the function of local lighting also depends on the choice of light source.
Accent lighting in the bedroom.
Accent lighting is generally designed to attract attention and illuminate a workspace – such as artwork – in a given space.
For a bedroom, accent lighting on its own can act as a subdued version of ambient lighting, bringing out a pleasant glow and creating a cozy atmosphere. Using recessed lights in the bedroom, wall sconces, strip lights, or creative reuse of other lights are a few ways to add interest to your bedroom design.
Adjustable bedroom lighting
Dimmers are important for proper lighting, because if there is only one bright light source, it is difficult to get into a relaxed sleep mode. With a bedside lamp or sconce, you cannot gradually fall asleep or wake up.
When planning your bedroom lighting, dimmers play an important role in the grander design scheme. Not only do dimmers add an extra dimension to a room’s environment, but they are inherently multifunctional. Between dim lighting and full brightness, the dimmer can meet different lighting requirements. At maximum brightness, the dimmer lends itself to ambient lighting, and at lower settings, the function allows you to adjust the dynamics or keep your favorite brightness level.
Because dimmers are easy to install, any lighting fixture can take on a multi-purpose role.
Selection of bedroom lamps.
When you’re lighting your bedroom, it’s also important to consider the type of lamp you’ll be using for each fixture. Depending on the light intensity of the lamp and the color temperature of the light it emits, it can positively or negatively affect how you work during and after certain activities. But before you go on the hunt for any old incandescent bulb, you’ll want to figure out your preferred brightness level. While the amount of light for a bedroom ranges from 2,000 to 4,000 lumens, this is a subjective decision and varies depending on the type of ambience you desire for your bedroom.
Once you have set the maximum level of lighting in your bedroom with a fluorescent lamp, you need to consider whether this type of lamp is suitable for you. Compact fluorescent lamps are difficult to control with a standard dimmer, as are some low voltage LEDs.
In these cases, you will need special expensive dimmers for the necessary smooth control of the light.
Bedroom lighting color temperature
Bedroom lighting and white light play an important role in supporting certain activities. First, think about the type of bulb: incandescent/halogen bulbs typically give off a soft white glow, CFLs tend to emit a lot of blue (although they have evolved to include a wider range of colors), while LEDs can have a huge amount of dimming options. color temperature.
As white and blue light colors have been shown to promote alertness, these light colors are best used in general or directional lighting to support purposeful activity. Because blue and white lights increase alertness and then suppress the production of melatonin (or hormones that induce sleep), they’re not ideal if you’re trying to relax and unwind in the bedroom after a long day. On the other hand, lighting that diffuses warmer colors (such as yellow) does not interfere with melatonin production.
Thus, warmer light temperatures are best for bedroom work: reading, watching TV, or just getting ready for bed.
With the changing functions of the bedroom comes the need for the right lighting to support these functions. Between the right lighting systems, dimmers, and the right light bulbs, making the right use of these aspects is a surefire way to ensure a comfortable lighting environment in your bedroom. So, get creative and choose the fixtures you need to get just the bedroom lighting you want.
Now that we’ve covered the basics of bedroom lighting, it’s time to dig a little deeper into designing your bedroom lighting with some expert advice.
How to develop a bedroom lighting plan?
Jamie Bush: I’m a trained architect, so bedroom lighting starts with a furniture plan and measures everything down to where the wires go. If there are paintings on the wall, we install ceiling spotlights, set at a distance of half a meter from the wall if it is a standard ceiling or a little higher if the ceiling is higher.