Types and Benefits
Lighting is arguably one of the most important aspects of interior design. The whole ambience of a room can be changed by the number of lights used and whether the glow comes from a pendant light, wall lights or standard lamps.
Thought needs to be given to the style and period of home when choosing light fittings. Just as a cosy cottage would look silly with an enormous chandelier in the hallway, a grand drawing room could appear dark and uninviting with minimalist uplighters. If opting for a timeless, elegant design that will not look out of place whatever the fashion trends, choose a high quality manufacturer to make sure the lights last for many years.
Energy saving is on everyone’s mind these days, but that does not mean that good design has to be sacrificed. Beautiful light fittings are available that are compatible with all the latest energy efficient bulbs.
Where to buy lighting
- Boatswain Lighting Ltd - Unit 1A, Henlow Industrial Estate, Henlow, Bedfordshire, SG16 6DS, 01462 813600
- Besselink & Jones - 1/4 Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, London, Greater London, SW10 0XE, 020 7351 4669
- Redmile London - 533 King's Road, London, Greater London, SW10 0TZ, 020 7351 3813
- Saxby & Lighting Ltd - Cabot Lane, Creekmoor, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7BY, 033 00 555 885
- Raylight Limited - 1 Cherry Trees, Stanbridge Road Terrace, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 4QU, 01525 38 55 11
- S. Lilley & Son Limited - 80 Alcester Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B12 0QE, 0121 6222385
- David Village Lighting - The Old Cinema, 5 - 13 Ashgate Road, Broomhil, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 3BZ, 0114 263 4266
- Architectural FX - 5 Crossways, London Road, Sunninghill, Berkshire, SL5 0PL, 01344 291536
- IKEA - Eastgate Shopping Centre, Eastgate Road, Eastville, Bristol, BS5 6XX, 0845 358 3364
- PAI Group - 3-4 Heol Rhosyn, Dafen Park, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA14 8QG, 01554 740500
- Stage Services Ltd - Unit C8, Ford Airfield Industrial Estate, Ford, West Sussex, BN18 0HY, 01903 716 333
- Steel City Lighting Direct - Lancelot Works, Prospect Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S2 3EN, 0114 3218630