In bright, well-lit interiors it is better to work and relax. Unfortunately, a small amount of sunlight from November to March and the windows with the northern exhibition limit access to natural daylight.
Being in too dark rooms does not have a positive effect on the mood and concentration (and the latter is especially important in times when the home is more and more often used as an office). How to effectively brighten up an apartment? Sometimes it is enough to rearrange the interior a bit! Here are 5 smart ways to brighten up your kitchen, living room, office or dining room. Choose the right lighting
If you are looking for a way to brighten up an interior that is receiving too little sun, pay attention to whether the light from the lamps reaches all nooks and crannies. The right choice of lighting will make even a small room more spacious and cozier. Remember that one light source is definitely not enough – even in a relatively small interior.
Central lighting should be complemented by a spotlight, e.g. a wall lamp or a floor lamp. Make sure that the entire room is evenly lit. In the living room, in addition to the ceiling lamp, it will be necessary to illuminate the table, the rest space and the worktop (if the living room is connected to the kitchenette). We have prepared some interesting proposals for various interiors for you.
1. Central lighting
RONDO PL FI60 / 6 Plafond – ceiling in a wooden frame giving energy-saving LED light is a great choice for a modern living room, but not only! It will also work well in the kitchen, hall and even bathroom. Plafonds placed directly under the ceiling are perfect for low-rise rooms in apartment blocks. They can be used as the main light source.
STUDIO LS-S3 Ceiling Lamp – a metal body and a bright lampshade made of ecru or cappuccino fabric is a great solution for the living room, dining room and office. It will not only evenly illuminate the room, but also give it an elegant atmosphere. 2. Lighting of the table and dining area
2. Table and dining area lighting
SCANDIC K Ż4 S Chandelier – a modern chandelier in a metal frame will be perfect as complementary lighting above the table in the kitchen or dining room. This model is especially recommended for Scandinavian or industrial interiors.
3. Lighting of the leisure space
The living room is a place where we rest and recharge our batteries. Adequate lighting of lounge furniture allows you not to strain the pattern while reading books, browsing the press, working on a computer or tablet or watching TV. The most frequently chosen lighting for leisure furniture are wall lamps and floor lamps.
BD K K2 Double wall lamp – an elegant solution for traditional interiors. The lamp has been designed in such a way as to enable the most precise setting of the light beam. Perfect for the wall above the sofa or lounge chair.
TWIN LP-R Floor Lamp – a model with a slightly futuristic shape will work in a modern living room. The lamp is made of high-quality metal and fabric available in several colors: from classic black to delicate shades of gray and ecru.
Remember that in a dark room, white or neutral bulbs will work best!
Bright colors of the walls
The selection of lighting is of great importance, but in rooms with little sunlight reaching, it is also worth taking care of the appropriate color of the walls. Don’t be afraid of bright colors! Choose classic, neutral white or shades of beige. In a living room with little access to daylight, pastel pink, mint, peach or blue will also be perfect. In small, poorly lit rooms, avoid dark colors on large surfaces.
Window frames – what to change?
Let the living room, kitchen or dining room receive as much daylight as possible. Avoid long, floor-length curtains and heavy, dark-colored curtains. Choose modern blinds or roller shutters that will allow you to regulate the light supply depending on your needs.
Choose a light color for the floor
If you just want to brighten up a room a little, you don’t need to strip the floors of your entire home. However, if you are just planning a renovation, choose panels in bright colors. In dark interiors, light, domestic wood such as ash or oak will be perfect.
Are you afraid that the wooden floor in the kitchen, dining room or living room will quickly deteriorate? Choose light tiles imitating wood, which will make the room cozier and will serve for many years.
Furniture and accessories that will help brighten up the space
Did you know that you can also brighten up a room with properly selected furniture and accessories? Choose furniture with simple shapes that will not be overwhelming. Are you afraid that the white walls will make the living room or dining room cold and not very cozy?
Take care of accessories that will give the room a unique atmosphere, such as warm blankets, pillows and soft carpets. Don’t forget about mirrors that will optically enlarge any interior. In a living room with a small area connected to a kitchenette, a mirror hanging on the wall will be the best solution.
Brightening up a dark apartment – a brief summary
The small amount of sunlight in the apartment does not mean that we are condemned to be in a dark and not very cozy room. It is enough to choose the right lighting and rearrange the space a bit, focusing on bright colors of walls, floors and furniture, as well as cozy accessories. The effect may surprise you positively!
