Lighting in Design Q4 2018

create a spread of light, which may be undesirable if you want an intimate look and feel in the space. This problem can be solved by adding a dimmer switch to control the light levels. Side tables Cabinets and sideboards can also be used as focal points in a dining room. It is best to illuminate these subtly by positioning wall lights on either side of the cabinet or sideboard and make it the obvious feature in the room. If the cabinet has glass doors, downlights within the cabinet will illuminate any beautiful crockery, ornaments, and glasses. Art The dining room is an ideal space to display art, which becomes a focal point when properly illumi- nated.Whether it's a sculpture, painting or striking ornament, be sure the object, and not the space around it, is illuminated. This eclipse of light will make the object a point of interest. www.eurolux.co.za

example, four lights in one row, three in the next and four in the last row.

Solid metal pendant A solid metal pendant does not diffuse light, so the ceiling remains dark. This modern look is ideal if you want a cosy, intimate space, but bear in mind that these fittings do tend to make the room look smaller. Uplighters counter this darkness, unless the room is very large. If so, they detract from the cosy look and feel. Pendant with glass diffuser Pendants with glass diffusers are ideal for small rooms, but they are not the best option if the table is to be the focal point in the space. Glass diffusers diffuse the light onto the ceiling, detracting from the table. Chandeliers Chandeliers, rather than tables, can be used as aesthetic focal points in dining rooms.They usually

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LiD Q4 - 2018