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When designing lighting for a home, the focus is on the people living there and how lighting can improve their everyday lives. It is also possible to bring healthy light into the home with Casambi technology. The colour temperature of the lighting should vary according to the rhythm of the day, so that in the morning a daylight-bright, neutral-bright environment will boost our energy levels and at the same time refresh our minds. In the evening, it is best to adjust the lighting to a dimmer, warmer tone. This increases the production of melatonin and prepares the brain for downtime.

Lighting always supports the interior design of the home and vice versa. Poor and dim lighting will ruin even the most well-planned interior design. So remember that lighting and interior design always go hand in hand when designing the surfaces and colour scheme of your home.

Home lighting design

It is a good idea to start planning the lighting in your home before the construction phase to ensure that you have enough lighting in the right places and that the desired solutions can be implemented. The lighting plan will also be useful when creating the electrical plan.

The right lighting for specific spaces

The design of lighting in the home must take into account the needs of the space, the need for uniform general lighting and the possibility of adjusting the light to create different moods.

Kitchen is one of the areas of the home that needs the most light. Good kitchen lighting is created by even general lighting, adequate lighting on worktops and the possibility of mood lighting.

In the living room it is a good idea to pay attention to general lighting. Good general lighting makes the space look spacious and makes household chores such as cleaning easier. Lighting should also reflect the materials and colours of the interior.

In the bedroom is often used not only for sleeping, but also for relaxing and reading. The general lighting in the bedroom should be provided by adjustable luminaires, as adjustability increases the use of the space for different needs.
The possibility of adjusting the light also has an impact on the state of alertness. Melatonin production is increased by adjusting the lighting to a warmer shade before bedtime, and waking up in the morning is made easier by adjusting the colour temperature to a cooler one.

Bathroom general lighting should be uniform and adequate. In bathrooms, indirect lighting is often preferred to create a mood and to highlight the beautiful elements of the bathroom.
When planning lighting, consider whether the space will also be used for make-up, as a light mirror can be used for make-up and hairdressing.

Lighting adjustment

Adjustable lighting is a simple way to create different moods, and a space that supports many different uses. Simple and wireless lighting control is made possible with Casambi. Read more about Casambi.

When lighting your home, it's a good idea to consider the colour temperature of the light. Read more about colour temperature - Light colour.

When planning lighting, it's also a good idea to consider the interior. The light should reproduce the colours of the interior in the right way, which is why it is a good idea to pay attention to the colour rendering index (CRI) of the luminaires. The right kind of lighting will reproduce the colours of the interior and enhance the architecture of the building.

Light also in the yard

In Finland, the changing seasons also bring their own needs for lighting. As the amount of natural light outside diminishes, yard lighting can extend outdoor time. Having well-lit areas such as sandpits and swings, as well as parking areas and walkways, ensures a safe yard for all. An illuminated entrance makes it easier to get around and also acts as a signpost for guests. Motion detectors and sensors ensure that lighting is switched on at dusk. Effective lighting increases the value and comfort of the property. Well-designed and well-executed courtyard lighting also increases the value of the property and makes it more pleasant to live in.