As the days grow shorter and darkness sets in as early as 4 PM here in Colorado, it's time to reconsider your interior lighting design to create a cozy, welcoming, and functional space. The right lighting can significantly impact your mood and productivity, and with a few adjustments, you can maximize those precious daylight hours. Here are some tips on how to embrace the darkness and create a well-lit and productive environment in your home.
Take Advantage of The Day
The importance of natural light cannot be overstated. Even when the sun sets early, maximize the daylight hours by ensuring unobstructed windows and clean window panes. Position your furniture strategically to make the most of natural light, and consider light, sheer curtains that allow sunlight to filter through.
Layering Your Lighting
By layering, we mean having multiple points of light sources which give you several options to illuminate your space. We always recommend having three ways to illuminate a space: ambient lighting (overhead lights or wall sconces), task lighting (desk lamps or under-cabinet lights), and accent lighting (table lamps or floor lamps). All of these options provide different aesthetics and can be used in various ways, and sometimes are better choices than stark overhead lighting from ceiling fixtures.
Adjustable and Automatic Lighting
We highly recommend adding adjustable lighting to your home, especially in the Living Room, Dining Room, and Kitchen. It's as simple as adding a dimmer switch to the wall for cozy evenings or when hosting a party. This way, you can turn your lights on as the sun sets and increase the brightness throughout the evening. If you want to take it a step further, you could add automation with a smart home device to gradually increase brightness throughout the day.
Incorporating these lighting design changes will not only help you combat the early darkness during the Fall and Winter months but also enhance the functionality and coziness of your home. If you need assistance with lighting design or any other interior design needs, HouseHome is here to help. Contact us today to transform your space into a well-lit and inspiring haven for the shorter days ahead.
We know that the options for lighting are endless. If you're interested in delving deeper into lighting design and its effects on your mood and productivity, read this blog post we wrote earlier this year!