Lighting styles in the interior

Lighting devices are essential attributes of any home, be it a country house or a city apartment. These unobtrusive but necessary details must match the style of the interior in order for it to be more harmonious and complete. Today we will 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 external design, but also in the way and place of installation in the room.

One of the most widespread and demanded are ceiling lamps. Devices of this type are subdivided into the following subspecies.

• Suspended. Typically, these luminaires are used for general lighting. They look especially attractive and harmonious if the room has high ceilings. The most common are pendant lights such as chandeliers, objects with closed dish shades, and modern bending lamps with narrow beam lighting.

• Embedded. Such lamps are by far the most popular, since they do not take up much space and are easily installed in both rigid (for example, plasterboard) and stretch ceilings. The installation of these lighting fixtures is fairly straightforward. They do not have a front case, but they have a variety of edging. Most often, there are recessed luminaires with a silver or gold light bulb frame.

• Wall mounted. The beauty and harmony of the interior should be emphasized 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 their placement (in the area above the bed).

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

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

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

Modern manufacturers produce lighting fixtures made from a wide variety of materials.

Most often there are lamps made made of metal... Products painted in gold, silver or bronze look especially impressive and elegant.Ordinary unpainted metal lamps look no less attractive in modern interiors. They have a simple and stylish design.

If you are looking for a more elegant and sophisticated option, then you should take a closer look at lamps decorated with forging. As a rule, such products are not cheap, but they 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 luminaires are not susceptible to contamination, so they do not require complex and constant maintenance.

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

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

One of the varieties of glass is crystal... This material is insanely popular and famous. It is distinguished by its sophistication and unique brilliance. Crystal lighting fixtures look especially impressive in classic interiors.

For connoisseurs of environmentally friendly materials, lamps are ideal made of wood... Such details can be called universal, as they look organic in almost any interior. A quality wooden luminaire can be selected even for modern furnishings.

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

Luminaires are inexpensive made of plastic... As a rule, they are light in weight and are painted in a variety of colors. Do not be afraid of such devices, since they are made of special heat-resistant plastic that does not overheat or melt under the influence 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 lamps. Such options have both classic and modern designs.

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

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

Elegant and discreet luxury are beautiful classic lamps.Such models do not have lush shades and massive bases, but they are still very impressive.

Luminaires in the classic and neoclassical style are often complemented by various decorative elements in moderation. For example, it can be intricate bronze curls, elegant shades in the form of neat horns or cylinders, as well as individual surfaces complemented by gilding.

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

The lion's share of classic and neoclassical appliances are made from materials such as bronze, copper, brass, natural wood, porcelain, crystal and glass.

In interiors made in a graceful Art Nouveau style, it is recommended to install lamps with diffused and soft light. This impressive trend is characterized by asymmetrical, wavy and flowing lines, as well as a large number of different ornaments.

The characteristic features of modernist chandeliers are their lightness, "airy" design, in which there are no weighting additions, as well as matte shades in the form of spheres, prisms and cones. These products are not complemented by gilded plating and flashy elements.

In the interior in the Art Nouveau style, original sconces look great in the form of flower bouquets, wings, lotuses, fruits, etc. As for table lamps, in this case, multi-colored models with stained-glass windows in the Tiffany style will be appropriate.

Stylish art deco ensembles are always infused with light, which means that lighting devices play a decisive role in them. This interesting destination is characterized by themes of archeology and travel, as well as luxurious elements of lush palace styles and unobtrusive ethnic notes.

Fittings and shades in such lamps are often decorated with mother-of-pearl details, chic crocodile leather, ivory, as well as semi-precious and precious stones.

Lamps in a nautical style can be made in the form of large or small anchors, steering wheels or ships of various modifications. In such interiors, you can arrange devices with artificially aged surfaces.

For a marine interior, lamps in a slightly rough design are quite suitable. You should not complement them with overly delicate and graceful devices. Better save these pieces for more sophisticated and glamorous environments.

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

For the popular Provence style, neat and delicate lamps with fabric lampshades, painted in calm and pastel colors, are ideal. Lighting items with shades decorated with charming floral arrangements and fringe on the edging will look good in such ensembles.

Another interesting rustic style is rustic. For interiors in this vein, devices with low and dim lighting are quite suitable. Rustic luminaires are often rough and massive in shape. They can be complemented with beautiful forging.

Most often, steam-punk lamps are made of metal. It can be copper, bronze, iron, or brass. A device made of iron pipes or an ordinary incandescent lamp will look interesting and non-trivial in the interior.

Lighting devices in this design are often decorated with various recycled machinery and industrial parts. These can be thoughtfully installed gears, gauges, 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 colored glass. A simple yet sophisticated model of brass, copper or silver circles and chains with crystal pendants can be used as the main chandelier in a Gothic room. Also, in such ensembles, products with patinated aged surfaces and exquisite ornaments in the form of openwork notches, patterns or weaves look organically.

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 choosing more futuristic products with smooth or clear lines, devoid of elegant decor and intricate patterns.

• Characteristic features minimalism are simplicity and conciseness. For such environments, ordinary lighting devices are suitable, which also lack decorative ornaments and pretentious elements of luxury.

• Loft is a free style. Any lamp can be placed in such an interior. Even intricate designs with patterns and carvings will do.
• In style industrial rough devices of simple shapes with open shades on metal rods will look good.

• Lamps in style techno often have regular and angular shapes. They are made of plastic, metal and glass (materials can be combined).
• In the style of eToo there must be lamps made of natural materials. These can be ceiling or floor lamps made of wood (or wooden rods) with its natural pattern.

• For interiors in the Scandinavian style, simple and uncomplicated lamps with large metal shades (glossy and matte) in neutral and calm colors or eco-friendly wooden lampshades are ideal.
• In ensembles in the Mediterranean style, classic, rustic or Provencal lamps will look harmoniously. It is advisable to choose products made from natural materials such as rattan, wood or bamboo.

• In Chinese or Japanese the ensemble can be arranged with interesting paper lamps in wooden frames. You should also choose devices made of 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 smallest details. Most often, these models are made of metal. Often, Moroccan and Indian lamps are complemented by stones imitating precious or semi-precious rocks.

• Light fixtures in English style are restrained luxury and a plexus of perfectly straight lines, diluted with unobtrusive patterns and geometric compositions. English chandeliers are often complemented by crystal chains and pendants.
• In the process of making chandeliers in American In the direction of the manufacturers, they try to adhere to the colonial style, so they are not painted in bright colors. Very often in such devices there are lampshades in the form of lanterns with wicks or volumetric rounded structures with metal edging, patterned swirls and artistic forging inserts.

• Light fixtures in hunting and chalet style can be brutal, aged and supplemented with horns, candlesticks or forged lattices. 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 supports or solemn structures on hanging chains.

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

Almost any lighting fixture is suitable for the living room. If you are picking up a ceiling chandelier in the hall, then you should take into account the height of the ceilings:

• For low ceilings, compact options or recessed luminaires are suitable.
• For high ceilings in a spacious room, it is worth choosing a luxurious and voluminous large model.

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

For the kitchen, bar lamps with open shades on cords or metal rods are suitable. The choice of a lighting device largely depends on the stylistic direction of the home.

• In a bright living room with a floor lined with light laminate, you can integrate 9 dark square lamps into 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 deep purple walls, caramel floors and exquisite white furnishings, you can hang an ornate white chandelier with candle lights and crystal trimmings. She will find her place above the dining area.

• In addition to the main spotlight, the cream bedroom can be fitted with 3 wall lights in a row above the dark chocolate wood bed. Also, near the bed, place two dark bedside tables and place table lamps with large rounded dark chocolate-colored lampshades on them.
• In a trendy living room with gray walls, a white ceiling and a brown floor, you can put laconic white armchairs and a soft gray fabric sofa. Place a black soft pouf between these items, and place a white fireplace near one of the walls. Hang a large white American-style chandelier over the furniture, and place white floor lamps on either side of the sofa.
• In an 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 in front of these appliances with fresh flowers in a light vase and a dining table with white chairs.

An overview of lamps in the interior is in the video below.