Lighting
Illuminate your reading area. When you’re planning the lighting for your living room, think about where you’ll need task lighting. If you like to read in the evening, for example, a cozy corner like this one is ideal. The angled wall lamp is positioned between the bookcase and the window, so the owners can place their armchair below. The lamp can be pulled out with a concertina arm to angle the light just right.
Try a dynamic duo. No space for two wall lights? Opt for one lamp that has multiple light sources instead. This rotating, two-armed wall lamp is very practical in this space, where only one alcove is available. The arms can be angled wherever they’re needed to direct light around the room. It’s not just functional, of course — a light like this is unusual enough to make a stunning design statement in the room.
Show off your gallery. Another way to feature artworks that you love is to use wall lights to illuminate them. Here, a track system allows slim lights to protrude out above each painting. The owners can enjoy their art in the evening in their own little gallery.You could install a single light above each piece of art, but it’s important to mark out each location at the planning stage of a renovation. A track system like this gives you more flexibility to move your paintings around.
Make it minimal. If you’re aiming for a pared-back space, you’ll probably want to keep furnishings to a minimum. The elegant gray sofa here looks lovely on its own without a side table cluttering up the area next to it. So when you don’t want to include surfaces for table lamps, a wall light is the ideal solution. This one has a cord to plug into an outlet, making it stylish and practical. The gold shade and arm add a shiny accent to the neutral space while keeping the whole area streamlined and simple.10 Ways With Wall Lights That Don’t Need to Be Wired In
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