Maximalism in lighting fixtures - to show your style
Depending on the size of your home, you can use the larger space to clearly show off your style. If you live in a small space, it's better to look for slim, neat little lamps that are functional and don't take up much space. However, if you live in a larger home, small things just look odd and out of place. When you have the space you'll also need to use large light fixtures or you'll need to increase the number of smaller ones you can get:
- Enough light;
- The right impact.
However there is a growing trend towards large light fittings. Lamp designs are getting bigger and bolder. Today we'll look at the more sophisticated side of the trend, but expect to see pendant lights and wall lights gaining popularity at a breakneck pace.
This shift in our thoughts on size is all about playing with scale. It fires the imagination of interior designers. Maximalism gives a freedom that cannot be ignored. Today, the trend for big, beautiful light fixtures is becoming something of a mini trend against minimalism.
What big light fixtures are right for big rooms?
Multi-tiered chandeliers and large dramatic light fixtures certainly take the look of grandness to a new level. Ornate candle-style lights that dilute light in larger spaces and cascading lights for modern rooms that double as an art installation add incredible style to large spaces and to both traditional and modern spaces. The main thing is that lighting is a big part of a room's character.
Can you use large light fixtures in smaller rooms?
Yes you can, size is relative as long as the light is not too big to be obtrusive, the aim is to be impressive whilst not affecting the living space too much.
Often people base the size of the lamp on the size of the floor space, but if the ceiling is high enough, you can go for a huge chandelier quite easily. Instead of looking at the floor area, look up and see what size the ceiling is. A large ceiling space is an underused space, this space holds untapped potential. However, the chandelier should not be hung too low or reach to a level where people bump into it. Always consider its height.
The trend for large lighting fixtures is growing, so if you have functional lighting, spare no effort. Choose as large as you can realistically fit in the space.
We're going back to the show era, when lights were used to display status and wealth. What's more, when a person walks into a room, they should gasp for the light fixture, and that's exactly the effect maximalism is most sought after for. All along lights have attracted us, impressed us and been a symbol of luxury.
How much light does a room need?
The rule of thumb is that for a 2m by 2m room, you should use up to 1000 lumens. If you have a 5 by 5 meter room, at least 6000 lumens. If the room is 4 by 8 meters, then it is advisable to put lighting with at least 8000 lumens.
These numbers apply no matter how high the ceiling is. If you have very high ceilings, you can afford to raise the lumens. This will make the most of all the available space and at the same time you can clearly show off your style to everyone. If you have beautiful paintings on the walls make sure they are well lit too. You can add small lamps above them to illuminate them without unnecessary shadows or you can fit spotlights opposite them. However, the most basic thing remains the chandelier, so don't compromise on its size and look.