19 Fancy Wall Lights That Do More Than Illuminate the Space
Discover the ways to dress up a place with this essential fixture
We’ve stopped looking at wall lighting as just a source of illumination. New technologies, versatile designs and innovative usage have made these lights power-packed with potential to influence the interiors of a room. From adding warmth to lighting up an area, from building a statement wall to bringing in a touch of quirkiness to the decor – when chosen wisely and installed creatively, wall lights can work a special kind of magic in your home.
1. The only wall light in this contemporary bedroom also works as the only piece of wall decor. The 3D geometric shapes add character to the stark white wall and the soft glow of the lights within these unusual shades adds warmth to the room’s ambience.
A mirror set in an intricately carved jharokha-style wooden window frame is flanked by leaf-shaped traditional lamps.The fronts of the lamps curve up from behind to hide the bulbs and cast a patterned glow on the wall. The metalwork leaves complement the fine woodwork of the window.
3. The recessed lights behind this mirror frame it in a golden halo, making this bathroom washbasin a focal point with a theatrical flavour. The warm diffused light spreads across the tiled wall, creating a mellow ambience.
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4. Slices of tree trunks are the bases for one light in a globe and two in hemispheric metal shades. They double as an art installation in this bedroom. The lighting fixtures match the earthy look of the room and the soft light emitted from the translucent globe and its companions further complements the muted tone of the interior.
5. Tiny wall lights throw powerful beams that shine upwards and downwards on this exterior wall. The illumination cast by the lights forms an intriguing hourglass pattern on either side of the castle-like door. The orange-tinted light and the wooden door add a touch of warmth to the matte grey wall.
6. The neon sign on this wall makes a statement in this interior space, literally and figuratively. The striking quote is the only decoration on the wall and it injects a quirky element in a decor characterised by colourful patterns.
7. The three-armed candelabra-style wall lights mark their presence in this eclectic living space. The silver-white of the lights stands out against the bold blue walls and provides a visual breather in the vibrant mix of colours. The lights also break the monotony of the smooth blue wall, helping tie it with the busy decor before it.
8. The lights running along the sides of this huge bas-relief sculpture of a climbing vine give a gleaming outline to the whole design. This use of light imparts a layered look to the installation, so it stands out from the wall, which is the same colour. .
9. The concrete slabs framed by recessed LED lights make an elegant accent wall in this bedroom. The illumination by light emerging from behind the slabs bathes the room in a gentle radiance and gives a layered depth to the wall.
10. Three hexagonal wall lights placed in a column cast a soft glow around the bedside space. There’s a jewel-like quality to these lights that lifts the bedroom’s sombre hues to a rich setting for set of sparklers.
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11. A row of bright light bulbs illuminate the pergola under a deep blue sky. The use of bare bulbs and their placement right along the middle of the wall makes a unique display.
12. Mini modular fixtures installed in a vertical arrangement put up a light show on this wall. These lights not only light up the corner but also add drama to it.
13. A pair of pendant-style metal lights brings in a subtle contrast to this modern white-dominated bedroom. The vintage-looking lights, with a bulb hanging on a chain, infuse a certain character to the decor, while their small size doesn’t disrupt the minimalist decor of the space.
14. Industrial lamps come home in this living room. Two large shielded street-style lamps work well on the double-height exposed cement wall. The design of the lamps is in consonance with the straight-lined style of the furniture in the room.
15. There is not just light at the end of this corridor but also throughout its length. What makes this passage different is the slim strips of cove lighting running from ceiling to the wall. Fascinating patterns are conjured on the plain walls on both sides, by the bright yellow spark at the point where the ceiling meets the wall and by the reflection of the illuminated coves on the white panelling.
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Discover the understated sophistication of cove lighting
16. The shiny torch-style sconces with their curvy design complement the traditional style of the vanity, sink and mirror. However, their brighter metallic hue makes these lamps stand out in this dark, muted space.
17. The two-light linear sconce grabs your attention in this monochrome open kitchen. The bent lower arm brings a stylish twist to its design and adds a fresh dimension to the landscape of the space.
18. The strips of vertical and horizontal lights embellish the grey wall along with providing additional lighting. Installed within the wall, these blend with the wall’s surface while their shiny glow offsets the plastered finish of the wall.
19. An innovative approach to bedside lighting, here three lamps cast focus light from above the headboard. What makes these lights of regular design unique is the way they are used in three different metal colours – steel, brass and copper. See how they offset the wall made of rugged blue-washed wooden planks.
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Read more:
A Room-by-Room Guide to Lighting Your Home Right
Lighting Faux Pas: Don’t Make These Mistakes With Your Lights
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How have you used wall lights to do more than just light up your room? Share your photos in Comments below
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