Pendants free up spaceOur bedside tables often play host to a variety of objects. Books, reading glasses, picture frames, and other personal items occupy the precious tabletop space next to our beds leaving little room for that essential functional fixture – a bedside table lamp. Pendants are a practical solution to this common problem. Suspending […]
#1 The problem:When you switch the lights on, the room feels dull.#1 The reason:The lighting is not layered. It’s important to layer lighting in a room in order to make it feel interesting and give it dimension. Having only one type of light leaves a room feeling flat and lifeless.#1 The solution: Always use three different […]
The bathroom is one of the most functional rooms in the home so it’s important that the time you spend there is comfortable. This means it should ideally be warm, well-ventilated, and have good lighting. There are numerous ways to achieve this trifecta, but perhaps the most convenient and effective way to do so is […]
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An interior space can boast the most beautiful artwork, stylish furniture, and luxurious textiles but if the lighting is not layered it will all look flat and uninteresting. Layering lighting is the process of combining different types of lighting to achieve a multidimensional, aesthetically pleasing, and functional space. To enhance a room’s visual appeal you […]
Lighting is the visual backbone of a space. Its impact on how a room looks and feels is often underestimated so take your time when planning a lighting scheme and selecting fixtures. Two of the most popular types of fixtures are chandeliers and pendants because they’re functional but also pack a decorative punch. These fixtures […]
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Stick to a style Take the overall style of your home into consideration when selecting wall lights. Although functional, lighting also plays a role in the look and feel of a space so it’s important that you choose fixtures that are aesthetically pleasing. Ask yourself how you would describe your home – is rustic or […]
APPEARANCE Outdoor lighting makes your home and garden look better. A strategically lit exterior and garden enhances your home’s appearance at night, with decorative fixtures such as outdoor lamps and pendants adding stylish flair. Well-thought-out landscape lighting can be used to highlight your home’s architectural features, showcase beautiful flower gardens, or light up trees and […]
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An architectural project or renovation is made up of a number of varying elements, each needing careful consideration to ensure a cohesive end result. Lighting is one of these elements and it can have a dramatic impact on how the finished project is perceived. A successful lighting plan calls for the contractor, developer and light […]
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Investing in Lighting Design The success of any building renovation project is a result of synergy between a good electrical contractor and a lighting supplier working together to meet the client’s brief. This was the outcome when one of the top four leading banks in South Africa approached Electrode Electrical Contractors who partnered with Radiant […]
Pendant lighting is all the rage right now and we can see why. These fixtures add personality to a room and are a great way of making a statement while giving your home an updated look. Although they’re as functional as any other type of fixture, pendants are available in a large range of styles, […]
