Lighting is an important element in your West Vancouver home. You want light that helps you relax, cook, interact with your kids, and welcome guests. You also want light that helps the house feel like a home. We at Alair Homes West Vancouver know the importance of light in all spaces. This is why we offer tips to help you get the light you want.

Ceiling Height

Taller ceilings require different lighting solutions. Smaller spaces require more intimate lamps. Look for ways to make any space easy to use.

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Take Table Height Into Account

You don’t want lights that hang too closely to the tables or those that are too far away. Lamps should be a comfortable distance from the tables.

Have a Plan

All of your light choices should be part of an overall plan for the entire space. You want each fixture to have a specific function and purpose in each room.

Consider Cord Swags

A cord swag fits easily into most spaces. Hang the cords over a bar affixed to the ceiling. You’ll get a designer look for less and excellent light in any space.

Bring in the Softness

Softness is key to light choices in places that may designed for a cozy time like reading a book or relaxing in front of a fireplace. You want uplights that can help create a nook that is all about relaxation the effective use of smaller lights.

Bring in the Glow

Subtle and elegant light choices are imperative. Use modern light bulbs like halogen bulbs that offer a sweet glow. It’s a good idea to shy away from hard lights that can make everything feel sharper. Consider other types of bulbs like halogen and LED. Such bulbs can help bring the rooms to life and create a relaxing feel at the same time.

Keep Stairs Lit

The stairs are an important area in any home. You want to make sure you have enough light in that area. While some staircases are open to natural light, others are more cramped. It’s a good idea to bring lights here that make it safer and easier to use.

Under Cabinet Lights

Any kitchen will benefit from additional light. Bring in the light with a string of lights underneath your kitchen cabinets. Your kitchen will look great and you’ll have a more functional space at the same time.

Color Looks Great

Light choices are another way to help the room come alive. You can also add color this way. Many people love using colored lamp shades in the room. Lamps shades covered in red or blue or other vibrant tones are a great way to help the space feel full of color and light. Look for bulbs that have some touch of color to them as well for a coordinated look in your home.

Light as Art

Art is crucial element in any home. Light is frequently used in art pieces. Many contemporary sculptures, paintings and photographs use light as part of the overall design. You can use lots of specific pieces in the space to help make it come alive with light and make it entirely your own at the same time.