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Discover the Ability of Home Lighting Design to Revolutionize Your Space

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A well-designed home provokes emotion and conversation. It makes a statement. Your home should tell a story, or at least start a conversation. One way of doing this is through statement home lighting fixtures. Sometimes simple changes to a home add more wow-factor than we think. 

We’re looking at why you should add statement lighting fixtures to your home lighting design. 

The Transformative Power of Lighting in Kitchen Design

Lighting makes all the difference in both a memorable and functional kitchen. Statement lighting fixtures to inspire design choices and further elevate your kitchen design. 

The beauty of the kitchen is its versatility. Modern kitchens even include things like workstations, food prep areas, and entertainment spaces. And the lighting should follow with the same versatility. 

Home lighting design should be: 

  • Efficient
  • Functional
  • Intentional 
  • Practical

The primary purpose of kitchen lighting is function. But it can be about awe-factor, too! Lighting design in your home doesn’t have to be boring. It can take a space from undesirable to drool-worthy. 

Lighting choices have the power to transform a kitchen from boring to eye-catching.

Whether cooking, hosting or simply spending time in the heart of the home, your kitchen deserves to be somewhere everyone wants to be. 

How to Create Efficient and Functional Home Lighting Design 

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The goal of many home designs, lighting or otherwise, is to create and enhance efficiency. Many customers request “a functional kitchen space” in their home remodel. And it’s not just cabinets and pantries that need to be efficient, lighting design does too. 

Finding the balance between efficient and functional lighting is a delicate juggling act. Slate Remodel takes pride in achieving this through its intentional and intricate process.    

When creating an efficient and functional home lighting design, consider: 

  • Tone options: Explore the color tone of your home when choosing what’s best for you. 
  • Energy efficiency: LED lighting is the most energy-efficient choice. It consumes 90% less energy than traditional lighting.
  • Lighting control options: These days, there are a wide range of Smart Home options available.  

Eye-Catching Pendant Lights and Chandeliers as Focal Points

Statement lighting fixtures offer the chance to make a design declaration. Kitchen lighting should maintain its function in practical ways. However, home lighting also has the opportunity to be a design focal point. 

Lighting choice elevates the visual experience within a home. It has the power to change the way a space feels. Home lighting design can alter the efficiency, tone, and energy of a home. So be sure to use it to your advantage!

How to create focal points with lighting: 

  • Accent lighting to feature certain focal points or objects. 
  • Incorporating unique or statement lighting fixtures.
  • Hanging a large or distinctive chandelier in the center of your space.

Dazzling lighting designs offer something beyond function  – the chance to create visual impact. It allows anyone who walks through the home a chance to marvel at impressive, intentional design choices. 

The Impact of Strategic Lighting Placement on Ambiance

Lighting placement in a home goes beyond just illuminating a room. Lighting should be visually appealing and create ambiance. It should contribute to creating a home’s desired mood or atmosphere. 

The impact of strategic lighting placement goes beyond picking out lights and finding a spot for them. With deliberate home design choices, lighting has the power to direct attention. Lighting can also create ambiance. 

This might include several smaller lights, one main center light, or a mixture of the two. You may choose to alter the brightness of your lighting or incorporate natural light. Creating ambiance in your home is another great example of how simple choices can make a big impact.

Ways to create ambient lighting: 

  • Soften your home lighting by choosing warm-colored tones.
  • Choose focal points within the space. 
  • Use natural lighting. 
  • Incorporate recessed, track, or pendent lighting. 
  • Install a dimmer for bright, overhead lighting.

Request a Free Design Consultation Today!

Are you ready to elevate your style and home design? Do you want to include statement fixtures in your home lighting design but you’re not sure how? You have the power to create a cozy, efficient, and impactful home lighting design plan. Contact Slate Design & Remodel and request a free design consultation today.

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