The right interior design for a vacation homeor apartment is much more than just a visual statement. It is the foundation for happy guests, maximum occupancy, and long-term success. Whether for personal use, rental, or sale, planning a well-thought-out concept early on saves effort later and increases the value of the property.
An often underestimated but crucial factor in this is lighting. Only with a smart lighting concept can any interior design unfold its full effect. In this article, we show you how you can design your vacation property in a targeted manner—and why lighting is the key to atmosphere, functionality, and success.
Why the right setup & Lighting design is crucial for vacation homes
Imagine two identically designed vacation apartments: same size, same location—but a huge difference in terms of comfort. While one appears austere, dark, and generic, the other exudes coziness, individuality, and quality. What is the difference? In addition to furniture, colors, and decor, it is primarily the lighting.
Tip: Skillfully placed s.luce lights —whether pendant, ceiling, or wall lights—can structurally divide your rooms, set accents, and make even small rooms appear larger.
Interior design begins with a concept
Before you When shopping for furniture or choosing wallpaper, ask yourself these questions:
Who is my target audience? Couples, families, business travelers, dog owners?
How many people should it accommodate?
What is the typical length of stay?
What is the goal: personal use, rental, sale?
Your answers will determine the style, function, and furnishings—as well as the lighting concept. Families need bright, safe lighting in the children's room, while couples prefer romantic lighting accents in the bedroom.
Recommendation: Combine functional ceiling lights with dimmable wall lights such as the s.luce Ring Wall to create different lighting moods depending on the time of day.
Style & Atmosphere: Light as a design factor
Whether Scandinavian, maritime, modern, or rustic—your interior design tells a story. But without the right lighting, it will remain bland. Colors, textures, and materials only appear harmonious whenthe lighting is right.
Examples:
Scandinavian style: Light wood, clean lines – complemented by warm white light from pendant lights such as the s.luce Crutch for naturalness.
Country style: Rustic lights with frosted glass and antique finishes add charming accents.
Modern loft: Textured concrete walls, dark tones – here, LED tracks or s.luce Stage Spots in black are particularly effective.
Tip: Light can connect styles. A minimalist interior design gets that certain something with a statement light such as thes.luce Cloud in the dining area – without appearing overloaded
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Color design Light: A symbiosis
The smaller a room is, the brighter it should be designed – both visually and in terms of lighting technology. While wall colors structure the space, light has an enormous influence on their effect.
Example:
A soft beige looks fresh in neutral white light and cozy in warm white light.
An anthracite-colored wall needs directional light or indirect lighting (e.g. s.luce Edge wall profile) to avoid appearing gloomy.
Avoid lighting dark rooms with only a central ceiling light. Layer the light:
Basic lighting – e.g., LED downlights or ceiling lights.
Zone lighting – e.g., reading lamps, wall lights.
Accent lighting – e.g., LED strips behind the headboard or under the kitchen cabinet.
The most important rooms and their lighting
Living room: the heart of socializing & Relaxation
The living room is the central meeting place – this is where you decide whether your guests feel welcome. You can achieve this with:
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Advantage: You save on operating costs and don't have to worry about new light bulbs every time you make a booking.
Note: Our s.luce lights are 100% LED-ready and offer modern lighting design with low consumption values.
The right vacation home & Vacation apartment furnishings: Lighting is a factor in the value of the property!
Well-thought-out furnishings are important – but without the right lighting, they remain incomplete. Lighting creates atmosphere, structure, accents, and a sense of well-being. Equipping your vacation property with a customized lighting concept increases its appeal, rental price, and guest satisfaction.
With designer lights from s.luce, available at skapetze®, , you can add the finishing touch to your vacation apartment or vacation home – and create memorable highlights.
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If you have any questions, our lighting consultants will be happy to assist you and create a professional lighting concept for your vacation home or apartment.
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