Professional interior designers are expertly trained in the use of lighting features to create breathtaking results. In this four-part series which I call “Colour Me Brightly: Understanding Light in Interior Design,” I draw on my experience in London’s interior design community to explain this fascinating subject. This fourth article concludes my series.

Linear light patterns can focus on either the horizontal or the vertical metrics of a room. A given wall-light technique can create an immersing halo effect, if the interior designer uses concentrated super-bright light at high level that gradually . More »

Why do most homeowners find it challenging to perform energy improvements confidently? Why is it difficult to sell higher efficiency equipment, appliances, and incorporate conservation in our lifestyle? After all, many governmental incentive programs have been created to target homeowners in the past several years.

In part 1 of the series, we discussed the four categories of opportunities that can drive residential energy improvements. There is some momentum building in each of those categories except the fourth (homeowners who are not in the market to perform upgrades) through federal, state, local, utility, and . More »

Clients will often employ Interior Design Consultancies because they crave a touch of flair, and because they need some professional help with style and coordination. In this three-part series which I call “How Interior Design Consultancies Use Feature Lighting,” I draw on my experience working with some of London’s top lighting design experts to explain how feature lighting may be a critical part of giving clients the results they desire.

Three-dimensional objects, such as flower displays or glassware, have unique lighting requirements. Interior design consultancies . More »

Many fail to consider lighting in their bedroom design ideas. But remember that lighting sets the mood of the room, creating everything from romantic bedrooms to functional reading rooms. Always in keep in mind that lighting, good or bad, will influence the enjoyment of your new bedroom interior design. Location Don’t forget lighting location in your bedroom interior design plans. Lighting controls by the door and the bed will make your life easier. In addition, if you have a partner who goes . More »

Imagine that you've revealed a designer's talent in you and did your best to create a kitchen of your dream. The floor ornament ideally matches the curtain fringing, as well as the vases perfectly match the colour of the lamp. Yet, something is still missing. Kitchen comfort depends not only on your good taste and productive imagination. The air should be fresh but not cold. Materials should possess good cleaning properties, but not be toxic. Just a creative approach is surely not enough - you should . More »