Verena W.
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"You have a room with a low ceiling height and wonder how you can visually stretch it? An effective way to make your room appear larger is the targeted use of light and lighting."
Lighting techniques for low rooms
Before we get into the details of the various lighting options, you should be aware of the basics of lighting and their effects on spatial perception. Light can be used to highlight certain areas in a room and to direct the view in certain directions. Well -planned lighting can help to make rooms with low ceilings appear higher and to give them more depth.
Vertical lighting:
This technology is particularly effective in rooms with low ceilings. The space is visually stretched by the lighting of the walls and not the ceiling. Wall lamps that shine both up and down are ideal for achieving the effect.
Indirect lighting:
Another option is to use indirect lighting. The light is directed to reflective surfaces such as walls, ceilings or special strips, from where it is gently radiated into the room. Indirect light is particularly pleasant and can help to make the room appear larger and more open.
Accent lighting:
This highlights certain areas or elements in the room. For example, you can stage works of art, shelves or other special features of your room. This directs the view from the low ceiling height and creates a spatial depth.
Technical factors also play a crucial role in choosing the lighting. You will often encounter the following terms:
Lumen (lm): This value indicates the brightness of a light source. The more lumen, the brighter the light is. In a room with a low ceiling, you should make sure not to choose too bright lamps to avoid too hard light.
Kelvin (K): Kelvin indicates the color temperature of a light. Warm white light has about 2700 to 3000 K and creates a cozy atmosphere, while cold white light with 3300 to 5300 K is more reminiscent of daylight and has an activating effect. In order to visually stretch the ceiling height, a warm white light is recommended that makes the room look comfortable and does not direct attention to the ceiling height.
Lux (LX): Lux is the unit for the illuminance and indicates how much light arrives on a certain area. When planning the lighting in your room, you should ensure sufficient illuminance in order to illuminate all areas well.
Color Rendering Index (CRI): The color rendering index indicates how realistic colors are shown under a certain light. A high CRI value (close 100) means that the light reflects the colors very well. In living rooms, it is advisable to choose lamps with a high CRI value to create a pleasant atmosphere.
"To visually stretch rooms with low ceilings, rely on vertical and indirect lighting - choose lamps with a warm color temperature and high CRI for a pleasant spatial effect."
Expert tip by Guido H.
Lighting options
For rooms with low ceilings, there are different types of lights that are suitable:
Settling spotlights: These can be incorporated into the ceiling inconspicuously and do not take any space in the room. They can be used for general lighting or for accent lighting by aiming specifically at certain areas.
Wall lights: As already mentioned, wall lights are ideal for vertical lighting to visually stretch the room. They can be used for general lighting and accent lighting.
Floor lamps and table lamps: They are not only practical, but also an important design element. They can be used to create direct lighting for specific activities such as reading and create an indirect, atmospheric light.
Intermediate conclusion: A room with a low ceiling height is certainly a challenge, but can be optimally staged by skillful lighting. By using vertical and indirect lighting and accent lighting, you can visually stretch the room and create a pleasant atmosphere. Technical factors such as lumens, Kelvin, Lux and CRI are crucial for the selection of the right lamps.
Indirect lighting in low rooms
Indirect lighting is a refined method that comes to full development, especially in rooms with low ceilings. It can help to ensure that a room is larger and more inviting and the focus is directed away from the low ceiling and towards the actual interior design. The principle of indirect lighting is that the light is not directed directly into the room, but on surfaces such as walls, ceilings or special strips. From there it is reflected and gently radiated into the room. This type of light looks particularly gentle and harmonious and contributes to a pleasant atmosphere. Indirect lighting can be used in different ways in rooms with low ceilings:
Ceiling lighting: One way is to install lights on the ceiling that directs your light on the ceiling surface. The reflected light gently falls into the room and makes the ceiling look higher.
Wall lights: Another option is wall lamps that give up your light up and down. The lighting of the wall creates a vertical column of light that visually stretches the room.
LED stripes and light voutes: The use of LED stripes or special light voutes can be achieved impressive lighting effects. The light strips can be installed along the ceiling edges or behind furniture to create indirect light.
Indirect lighting in general
Indirect lighting is not only a great option in rooms with low ceilings, but can also be used in almost any room to create a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. It often looks more subtle and more natural than direct lighting because it does not throw hard shadows and illuminates the room evenly. In addition to improving space perception, indirect lighting has other advantages. It is often more eye -friendly because it dazzles and creates a gentle transition between bright and dark areas. It can also help to highlight special features of a room or to have undesirable areas take a back seat. Conclusion: Indirect lighting is an effective design element that creates a pleasant atmosphere in rooms with low blankets and beyond and also improves space perception. With careful planning and selection of the lamps, it can become a real highlight in any room.
Pendant lights in low rooms
Height adjustment: Make sure that the pendant lamp is adjustable so that you can adjust it to the right height. It should not hang too deep so as not to hinder the passage and not to visually reduce the ceiling height.
Placement: Place the pendant lamp over areas where the passage height is less relevant, such as above a dining table or coffee table. Here you can structure the room without disturbing.
Design of the lamp: Choose a pendant lamp with an open, airy design. Heavy, massive lights can crush the room while shining with a light, transparent design make the room open and generous.
Light distribution: A pendant lamp with a wide range of light can help to illuminate the room evenly and avoid dark corners.
Combination with other light sources: Don't just rely on a pendant lamp. Combine them with other light sources, such as built -in beams, wall lights or table lamps to create a balanced, harmonious photo.
Conclusion - that's how you do everything!
The lighting plays an essential role in the design and can contribute to visually stretching the room and creating a pleasant atmosphere, especially in rooms with a low ceiling. By using techniques such as indirect and vertical lighting and the targeted use of different lights and light sources, the space can be brought into a new light. Even the use of pendant lights can succeed in low rooms if certain factors are observed. So, do not be restricted by a low ceiling height, but use the light as your tool to design your space and give it depth and character.
If you are still undecided how you want to implement the lighting in your home, please make an appointment with the light planners of Skapetze, To a personal advice and the development of an individual Lighting concept to take advantage of.
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If you already have a concrete idea what your individual lighting should look like, we can help you to implement this idea into reality - ours in -house workshop makes it possible.
Verena W.