Lighting

What makes good lighting in a home?

Good lighting combines several levels of light rather than relying on a single ceiling light. General light makes the room easy to use, directed light helps with reading and working, and lower-level mood lighting creates depth. On this page you will find the whole category and can then move on to the right product type for each function.

What types of lighting does a room need?

Most rooms need at least three types: ceiling light for an overview, directed light close to an activity and softer light at a lower height. Move on to ceiling lights, wall lights, floor lamps and table lamps depending on where the light should start and what it should do. A well-considered combination makes it possible to change the character of the room between everyday life, work and evening without rearranging the furniture.

Which lamps are the most popular in the range?

Among the models are Lotus Leaf Bordslampa, Dean 12 Tavelbelysning and Casoria XL Radial Takkrona. They represent different needs: decorative table light, directed picture light and a larger ceiling fitting. Popularity should always be weighed against the room's dimensions and use, however. A well-considered combination makes it possible to change the character of the room between everyday life, work and evening without rearranging the furniture.

How do you plan lighting room by room?

Start with the room's activities and then position the points of light. Kitchens and studies need clearly directed light, while living rooms benefit from several lower light sources. In the hallway, the light should aid orientation without glare. In the bedroom, reading light and general light need to be controlled separately. Plan switches and dimming, too, before choosing the fittings. A well-considered combination makes it possible to change the character of the room between everyday life, work and evening without rearranging the furniture.

What sets different lighting brands apart?

Brands differ in materials, proportions and the designer's way of handling light. Vaughan often works with classic materials and craft-led forms, while Visual Comfort brings together many designers and expressions. On lighting brands you compare brands rather than product types. A well-considered combination makes it possible to change the character of the room between everyday life, work and evening without rearranging the furniture.

Can I get help planning my lighting?

Yes. Start by using the visualisation on the product page when you are logged in to judge scale and placement. Then bring your floor plan, ceiling height, furniture measurements and photos to the showroom at Sturegatan 20 in Stockholm. For larger projects, bespoke can help when fittings, furniture and textiles need to be planned together. A well-considered combination makes it possible to change the character of the room between everyday life, work and evening without rearranging the furniture.

Lighting as structure, not an afterthought

This page is the category overview. It is not meant to replace the subpages, but to help you understand which type of fitting solves which problem. Jacqueline Plafond is an example of even ceiling light, while Asalea Single wall light — Visual Comfort shows how a smaller wall light can create rhythm. Montreuil Golvlampa moves the point of light closer to the seating area and Buckton Skrivbordslampa concentrates the light on a work surface.

Choose product type by task

Above a dining table you often need a defined zone of light; that is where Fontaine Vertical Takkrona belongs. For a picture or bookcase, directed fittings such as Dean 9 Tavelbelysning are a good fit. For softer general light, Farfalle Plafond may be more relevant. Move on to lighting type when you want to sort by function, or to Visual Comfort when you want to see a larger, cohesive selection.

Light quality, height and glare

A fitting is not just a shape. The opening of the shade, the position of the light source and the height above floor or table determine how the light is experienced. Pershore Alabaster Taklampa filters the light through its material, while Utopia Takpendel Small gives a more defined point of light. On the wall, Pedra Wall Lamp Petite can provide a soft accent light. Always check the lamp's dimensions, recommended light source and whether it can be dimmed.

Tie the lighting in with the interior

Lighting should relate to the room's larger surfaces. In the living room, floor and table lamps need to work with the height of the seating. In the dining room, the length and shape of the table govern the choice of ceiling fitting. In the hallway, wall lights and flush ceiling lights are often more practical. Compare with furniture, fabrics and wallpapers too, so that the light supports colour and materials rather than working against them.

One layer at a time

Plan the light in the order function, placement and form. Start with the activities that actually take place in the room and mark where light is needed. Then decide whether the light should come from the ceiling, wall, floor or table. Only when that is settled do you choose the fitting's expression. This method reduces the risk of a beautiful lamp ending up in the wrong place or several fittings doing the same job. It also makes the budget go further, since every point of light has a clear task.

Control and flexibility

Several points of light become considerably more useful if they can be controlled separately. Ceiling light, wall light and reading light should not have to be switched on at the same time. A dimmer gives flexibility, but is no substitute for the right placement or the right spread of light. Think also about where switches and sockets sit in relation to the furniture layout. In a living room, floor and table lamps can be connected to switched sockets, while fixed wall lights require decisions earlier in the process.

Light against colour and materials

Dark woods and matt textiles absorb more light than pale, glossy surfaces. A room with deep colours therefore often needs more points of light, not necessarily stronger lamps. Stone and glass can create reflections that need to be tested from seated height. A textured wallpaper can come alive under side lighting, while a high-gloss cabinet may call for a softer light source. Treat the lighting as part of the material palette and always judge the whole in the evening.

Technical facts that affect the choice

Beyond the dimensions, you need to check the bulb fitting, maximum wattage, dimming compatibility, weight and mounting instructions. For ceiling lights, suspension and ceiling rose matter; for wall lights, projection and the electrical point; and for floor lamps, the stability of the base. Technical details may seem dry, but they decide whether the fitting works in everyday life. Keep the product information together with the floor plan so that the electrician and fitter have the right documentation.

A simple order of work

Draw up a floor plan and first mark the fixed functions: dining table, sofa, reading spot, work surface and art. Then draw in points of light at three heights. Check whether any part of the room still lacks light or whether two fittings are competing for the same task. Then choose products and materials. Finally, decide on light sources, dimming and controls. That order makes it easier to swap a fitting without the whole plan falling apart. It also helps keep the hub page clear: here you get the overview, while each subpage goes deeper into a particular product type.

Check the whole in the evening

Walk through the room once daylight has gone and switch on one level of light at a time. Note dark corners, glare and surfaces that pick up reflections that are too strong. Move freestanding lamps before changing fixed electrical points. An evening walk-through often reveals needs that do not show up on a floor plan and makes it easier to prioritise the right fittings.