Lighting styles in the interior

Lighting devices are indispensable attributes of any home, be it a country house or a city apartment. These unobtrusive but necessary details should correspond to the style of the interior so that it is more harmonious and complete. Today we consider in detail all the characteristics and distinctive features of lamps of different styles.

Lamps are different. They differ from each other not only in appearance, but also in the way and place of installation in the room.

One of the most common and sought-after are ceiling lights. Devices of this type are divided into the following subspecies.

• Suspended. As a rule, these lamps are used for general lighting.They look especially attractive and harmonious if there are high ceilings in the room. The most common are such pendant lamps, such as chandeliers, objects with closed shades, plates and modern turning lamps with narrowly focused light.

• Embedded. Such lamps are by far the most popular, as they do not take up much space and are easily installed both in hard (for example, plasterboard) and stretch ceilings. The installation of these lighting fixtures is quite simple. They do not have the front case, but there are a variety of edging. The most common recessed lights with silver or gold framed light bulbs.

• Wall mounted. To emphasize the beauty and organic interior should be with the help of well-chosen wall lamps. Such lighting devices can be installed in a variety of rooms, but most often the owners choose a bedroom for them (in the area above the bed).

• Tabletop Lamps will never lose their relevance. They are necessary to complement the writing and computer desks, as well as bedside tables in the bedroom. Such devices often have small and medium sizes.The main advantages of these interior parts are their low weight and mobility. The table lamp can be rearranged at any time to a new location, if necessary.

• Floor the lamp, suitable for style and color, can be positioned, if the room space allows. Modern floor lamps are made of different materials and complemented by a variety of shades. As a rule, such devices consist of a stable base, a rigid frame, and a light source attached to it.

• If you are looking for a unique and original version, then you should pay attention to interesting designer fixtures. With the help of such details you can revive the interior and breathe life even into the most boring and monotonous ensemble. Design options often have non-standard forms and a variety of decorative additions. For example, unsurpassed Tiffany-style lamps are decorated with a multi-colored stained-glass window, giving the device a special chic and gloss.

Modern manufacturers produce lighting devices made from a variety of materials.

The most common fixtures produced from metal. Especially impressive and elegant look products, painted in gold, silver or bronze. Not less attractive in modern interiors look ordinary unpainted lamps made of metal. They have a simple and stylish design.

If you are looking for a more elegant and sophisticated option, then you should look at the lamps, decorated with forging. As a rule, such products are expensive, but have a truly aristocratic and luxurious appearance. It is worth noting the durability and strength of such devices.

Even after many years they will not lose their presentation and will delight the owners with their beauty. In addition, metal lamps are not subject to contamination, so they do not require complex and continuous care.

However, if you decide to purchase a metal ceiling chandelier, then you need to take into account its great weight. Forged or simple models of metal should not be attached to the unfixed ceiling, otherwise the heavy structure may not withstand such loads.

At least in the manufacture of lighting used glass. This material is rich in a choice of colors and resistance to adverse external factors. These include temperature drops and direct sunlight.

One type of glass is crystal. This material is insanely popular and famous. It is distinguished by its refinement and inimitable brilliance. Lighting made of crystal look particularly impressive in classic interiors.

Connoisseurs of environmentally friendly materials ideal lamps from wood. Such details can be called universal, as they look organically in almost all interiors. A quality wooden lamp can be chosen even for modern furnishings.

But similar interior details have some drawbacks. Many buyers refuse to buy wooden lamps due to the fact that they lose their presentation without proper care.

Inexpensive lamps are from plastic. As a rule, they differ in small weight and are painted in the most different colors. Do not be afraid of such devices, as they are made of special heat-resistant plastic, which does not overheat and does not melt under the action of high temperatures.

You can transform the interior and emphasize the impeccable taste of the owners of the home with the help of beautiful ceramic fixtures. Similar options have both classic and modern design.

Another material used in the manufacture of lamps is textile. As a rule, ceiling lamps and lampshades of lighting devices are made of different types of fabric. The fabric in the lamp can have absolutely any color and texture. Today, the stores are not only monophonic, but also multi-colored options, complemented by different prints and interesting patterns. Fabric lamps are inexpensive and have a small weight.

Currently, you can choose the right lamp to the interior of absolutely any style. Let us consider in detail what the distinctive features and features of lighting devices in different directions.

Elegance and discreet luxury are beautiful classic lamps. Such models do not have lush ceiling and massive grounds, but they are still very impressive.

Lamps in the style of the classics and neoclassics are often complemented by various decorative elements in moderation. For example, it can be intricate curls of bronze, elegant ceiling lamps in the form of neat horns or cylinders, as well as separate surfaces, complemented by gold leaf.

Models decorated with floral ornaments, gilded curls and inserts imitating natural precious and semiprecious stones look especially attractive and rich.

The lion's share of appliances in the style of classic and neoclassic is made from materials such as bronze, copper, brass, natural wood, porcelain, crystal and glass.

In the interiors, made in a graceful modern style, it is recommended to install lamps with diffused and soft light. Asymmetrical, wavy and smooth lines, as well as a large number of different patterns are inherent in this impressive direction.

The characteristic features of modernist chandeliers are their lightness, “airy” design, in which there are no weight additions, as well as matte ceiling lamps in the form of spheres, prisms and cones. These products are not complemented by gilded coatings and screaming elements.

In the interior of the Art Nouveau style, the original sconces in the form of flower bouquets, wings, lotuses, fruit and so on look wonderful. As for the table lamps, in this case it would be appropriate multi-colored models with stained glass in the style of Tiffany.

Stylish Art Deco style ensembles are always permeated with light, which means that lighting devices in them play one of the decisive roles. The themes of archeology and travel, as well as luxurious elements of magnificent palace styles and unobtrusive ethnic notes are typical of this interesting direction.

Fittings and luminaires in such lamps are often decorated.pearl details, elegant crocodile skin, ivory, as well as semi-precious and precious stones.

Lamps in the marine style can be made in the form of large or small anchors, handwheels or ships of various modifications. In such interiors it is possible to arrange devices with artificially aged surfaces.

For the sea interior is quite suitable fixtures in a slightly coarse version. You should not supplement them with too gentle and graceful devices. Better save such instances for more sophisticated and glamorous environments.

In a cozy country style should be dominated by natural materials. For such interiors, it is better to select lamps from natural wood. It is recommended to give preference to objects of simple shapes, calm colors and textures.

For a popular Provence style, neat and delicate lamps with fabric shades, painted in soothing and pastel colors, are ideal. Not bad in such ensembles will look lighting items with shades, adorned with charming floral arrangements and fringed fringing.

Another interesting rustic style is rustic. For interiors in this vein, devices with weak and dim lighting are quite suitable. Rustic style lamps often have coarse and massive shapes. They can be complemented by beautiful forging.

Most often, lamps in the style of steam-punk are made of metal. It can be copper, bronze, iron or brass. Interesting and nontrivial in the interior will look the device of iron pipes or a regular incandescent lamp.

Lighting devices in this design are often decorated with various recycled machinery and industrial parts. It can be thoughtfully installed gears, sensors, bolts, etc. Also, decorative welded seams look very interesting on the surface of such products.

Gothic lamps are made of shiny metals, beautiful wrought iron, classic crystal and multi-colored glass. As the main chandelier in the Gothic room, you can use a simple but sophisticated model of brass, copper or silver circles and chains with crystal pendants.Also in such ensembles, products with patinated aged surfaces and exquisite ornaments in the form of openwork cuts, patterns or weaves look organic.

Modern styles include hi-tech, minimalism, techno and industrial. For such ensembles it is better to choose lamps and chandeliers made of metal.

• For interiors high tech it is worth picking up more futuristic products with smooth or clear lines, devoid of elegant decor and intricate patterns.

• Characteristic features minimalism are simplicity and brevity. For such environments, suitable lighting devices, in which there is also no decorative ornaments and pretentious elements of luxury.

• Loft is a free style. In such an interior can be placed any lamp. Even intricate models with patterns and carved details will do.
• In style industrial rough devices of simple forms with open shades on metal bars will look good.

• Style lamps techno often have regular and angular shapes. They are made of plastic, metal and glass (materials can be combined).
• In e styletoAbout should be present fixtures from natural materials. These can be ceiling or floor lamps made of wood (or wooden rods) with its natural design.

• Simple and plain lamps with large metal shades (glossy and matte) in neutral and soothing colors or eco-friendly wooden lampshades are ideal for interiors in the Scandinavian style.
• Ensembles in the Mediterranean style will look harmoniously classic, rustic or Provencal lamps. It is advisable to choose products from natural materials, for example, from rattan, wood or bamboo.

• In Chinese or Japanese The ensemble can be positioned interesting paper lamps in wooden frames. You should also pick up appliances from natural wood or special paper in the shape of a ball.
• Oriental lamps in moroccan or indian style should be an intricate patterned composition with many tiny details. Most often, these models are made of metal. Often, Moroccan and Indian lamps are complemented by stones that imitate precious or semi-precious rocks.

• Light fixtures in English The style is a discreet luxury and interweaving of ideally flat lines, diluted with unobtrusive patterns and geometric compositions. English chandeliers are often supplemented with chains and pendants made of crystal.
• In the process of making chandeliers in american manufacturers try to stick to the colonial style, so they are not painted in bright colors. Very often in such devices there are ceiling lamps in the form of lanterns with wicks or volumetric rounded structures with metal edging, patterned twists and inserts of artistic forging.

• Light fixtures in hunting and chalet style they can be brutal, aged and supplemented with horns, candlesticks or forged grilles. As a rule, the bases of such devices are made of wood.
• Greek or antique variants, stylized as ancient products, are made in the form of stone bowls, wall and floor torches, lamps with ceramic stands or solemn designs on hanging chains.

• Charming lamps chebbi chic personify the atmosphere of a cozy grandmother's house.Such models are often decorated with various porcelain figurines, flower arrangements and intricate weaves of metal parts. Such products are painted in soft and soft colors.
• African lamps are often painted in different shades of yellow and orange. Their ceiling can be decorated with brown ornaments with scenes of hunting or African animals.

For the living room fit almost any fixtures. If you select a ceiling chandelier in the hall, you should consider the height of the ceilings:

• For low ceilings suitable compact options or recessed lights.
• For high ceilings in a spacious room is to choose a luxurious and three-dimensional model of large sizes.

In the bedroom, recessed lights and table lamps on bedside tables will look best. Instead of the latter, you can install wall lamps above the bed.

Bar luminaires with open shades on cords or metal rods are suitable for the kitchen. The choice of lighting device depends on the stylistic direction of the home.

• In the bright living room with the floor laid out with bright laminate, you can embed 9 dark square lamps in the ceiling and place a white corner sofa, a large mirror (on one of the walls) and a brown coffee table under them.
• In the large chic dining room with dark purple walls, caramel floor and exquisite white suite you can hang an elegant white chandelier with candle lamps and crystal pendants. She will find her place above the dining area.

• In addition to the main point lighting, in a cream bedroom you can install 3 wall lamps in a row above a dark chocolate wooden bed. Also near the bed, place two dark bedside tables and place on them table lamps with large round shades of dark chocolate color.
• In the trendy living room with gray walls, white ceiling and brown floor, you can put laconic white armchairs and soft gray fabric sofa. Put a black soft pouf between these objects, and install a white fireplace near one of the walls. Hang a large American-style white chandelier over the furniture, and place white floor lamps on both sides of the sofa.
• In the elegant dining room with wallpaper decorated with golden patterns, you can install wall sconces in the form of candlesticks with crystal pendants. Place a cabinet with fresh flowers in a light vase and a dining table with white chairs in front of these appliances.

Tips for choosing fixtures, you can find out from the video below.