Importance of Lighting Control: Why Nothing Else Has Greater Influence

Lighting is the most important secondary element of interior design, and yet many of us are not even aware of this fact. For those unfamiliar with the concept, primary decor includes everything we place in a room for functional and aesthetic reasons. This includes wall and ceiling design, paint on them, furniture, appliances, etc.

Secondary elements of interior design are items used to highlight, complement, or hide elements within the same room. These include natural and artificial lighting, artwork and decor, decorative vases, accent colors, additional cushions for sofas, etc. Now that we have a correct understanding of what to which, let's move on to the topic of lighting control — why it is so important and how we can use it for maximum decorator effect in any room.

Lighting Control Is Control of Self-Perception

We all know that without light there is no sight, but behind this lies much more. To better understand the concept, quickly consider key aspects of lighting control and why it is so important.

• Room illumination has both direct and indirect influence on human perception and mood
• The same level of illumination can affect the human consciousness differently depending on time of day or night
• Getting familiar with basics of light therapy can help integrate light therapy elements to improve mood
• Light can be used to highlight the best decor elements in a room
• A little intentional dimness behind light can also be used to hide outlets, external wires, architectural flaws, etc.

Controlling Artificial Lighting

The same room can look completely different if you control the level and color of various light sources. Colored bulbs from smart lights can change visual perception itself; for example, you can turn walls of any color into dreamy green before sleep or add pulses of purple light during an indoor party. Visit this page on BAZZ Smart Home to see how changes in color, effects and brightness can instantly change the entire room interior. Smart bulbs come with their smartphone apps allowing precise lighting control. However, for regular bulbs dimmer switches remain an excellent option for controlling the level of emitted light.

Controlling Natural Lighting

Natural light availability can be increased by installing more windows, but unfortunately this is not always possible. Nevertheless, you can do a lot to improve access to natural light without needing new windows.

First, make sure window panes are not blocked by decorative grilles or partitions. Instead, choose transparent double-glazed windows. They are ideal for increasing natural light availability and thermal insulation quality. Then paint the lower parts (overhangs) of roof eaves in a bright white glossy color. For interior painting, bright and glossy shades of white, beige, light cream, and brown paint are known for their ability to turn walls and ceilings into reflective surfaces.

Finally, add at least one roof in each room that needs more light and install a mirror on the opposite wall from several windows. Make sure to position them so that mirrors do not create glare. Lastly, invest in chandeliers with artificial lighting. They reflect natural sunlight so well that it almost seems like they are working on a bright sunny day.