We are in love with table lamps.
We use them in almost every room in our projects, even kitchens and bathrooms when appropriate.
Table lamps give off a special kind of light that make people look and feel good. We call it ‘side lighting’ because the light shines out horizontally instead of the less flattering downward lighting. Don’t get us wrong, we also appreciate downlighting – flush mounts, pendants, or chandeliers – and specify it in every project, but for every downlight, you have to have a side light so people feel happy. You can’t have one without the other.
But today’s subject is table lamps so let’s get into why every vacation home needs them….
Dimming to Create Mood
Most table lamps allow guests to adjust the lighting brightness to create the desired mood. In the morning, when waking up and preparing for their day, people might choose the brightest light to get their brain firing; conversely, after a long day of excursions, they might choose to dim the lighting in order to unwind and relax.
Focal Points
Table lamps offer a unique opportunity to serve as a focal point or “wow” element in a room. The more style they have, the more attention they draw. Can you say conversation piece?
Task Lighting
Table lamps can be used for task-specific lighting, such as reading, studying, or working. Task lighting helps reduce eye strain by providing concentrated light where it’s needed. Guests appreciate this, especially because so few vacation homes provide adequate task lighting.
Ambiance
Lamps with various shade materials and designs can diffuse light in different ways. For example, a natural fiber or fabric shade can create a warm, diffused light that softens the room, while a metal or glass shade can create a more focused and dramatic lighting effect.
Pop of Color
As you know, we LOVE color and use it extensively in our projects. One of our favorite strategies is to specify colorful table lamps to layer color here and there. Never underestimate the huge impact they can make on the design of a room.
Highlighting Art and Decor
Table lamps can be strategically placed to highlight curtains, artwork, pillows, or other decorative elements in a room. The play of light and shadows can enhance the visual appeal of these objects.
So that’s it – table lamp lovers who hopefully connected with their fellow table lamp lovers. We hope you are as enamored as we are. Let us know if you are about to buy an inappropriate amount of table lamps for your vacation home – we’ll talk you down. Lol!
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