Lighting for Style and Elegance

Remarkable hotels know that when guests choose to stay with them it is because they want to experience a sense of luxury beyond that they would experience in their own homes.

To be a part of a designed world which raises them to a level of luxury which makes them feel appreciated and special.

There are many ways a hotel will achieve this such as cleanliness, décor, wonderful food, attentive service and also location.

A very effective method of injecting style and luxury is with lighting.

Mood and ambience can be enhanced with warm, soft lighting creating a cosy, intimate atmosphere. For example, a soft shade which diffuses the light is perfect and can be finished by using a diffuser. This is a part of the shade that covers the underside and prevents harsh light from slipping under the shade.

So that when guests are sitting down on the sofas and chairs, they are not troubled by light shining into their eyes.

The lighting remains subtle and becomes a gentle background to the room creating tranquillity, sophistication and comfort.

Lighting can also be used to accentuate a key feature within the hotel such as a wall frieze, a picture or sculpture. Strategic wall lighting can draw attention to key areas and bring out textures and depth making a room feel more dynamic and visually interesting.

Good lighting can make a space feel larger, more open and welcoming. It can help define the contours and boundaries of a space which is crucial for creating an elegant layout.

A tried and tested colour for luxury hotels is Ivory silk because it offers such a refined and understated look but colour rendering can showcase décor and fashion by bringing them to life.

The colour temperature of a room will significantly impact the style of a space. Warm lighting tends to create a more inviting and elegant atmosphere while cool lighting can be modern and chic.

A top designer will be aware of the use of layered lighting. Combining different types of lighting (ambient, task, accent) allows for flexibility and enhances elegance. Layers add dimension and can be adjusted to change the mood or function of a space.

Innovation and technology have played a part. Modern LED light can now offer warm lighting with the added benefits of energy efficiency and longer life spans.

Fundamentally the psychological effect of good lighting is what remains with the customer when they are in the space and when they leave. Elegant lighting can leave a lasting impression on guests, reflecting the owner’s taste and attention to detail.

This is the result of the teaming of a top class hotel with a top class manufacturer of lampshades.