Which lighting to choose for a zen atmosphere?
Subdued lighting, uncluttered atmosphere, light tones, the Zen style of decoration has its own codes. It is a decorative style that offers a soothing and very relaxing atmosphere. Lighting is a very important aspect to take into account in Zen decoration. Are you looking for the right lighting for your home? Lumeers gives you tips on how to choose the right lighting for your rooms and their atmosphere.
1. Identify lighting problems in the room
Lighting is an important part of interior design. In the Zen style, poor lighting can affect your mood and well-being. Low lighting levels can affect your feelings and emotions. To create a Zen atmosphere in your home, it is important to identify the main lighting problems in your home. The most common problems are shadows, lack of vertical lighting on the walls or low color index lighting.
- Creating shadows
A room with a Zen atmosphere should have very few shadow areas. If the room is lit only by a ceiling light, simply add a table and two chairs and all the shadows will be drawn on the walls. You can remove the shadows with a lamp that produces a diffuse light. - The lack of vertical lighting on walls
Vertical lighting provides the first visual impression in the room. It is an essential element of architectural enhancement that creates a relaxing and soothing Zen-like atmosphere. To overcome the problem of lack of overhead lighting on the walls, you have the option of having a wall lamp installed in the living room or bathroom. - Low color rendering index lighting
Alsoknown as the "general reference index", the color rendering index (CRI) refers to the quality of the colors rendered by objects placed under artificial light. With a high color index, colors are more natural. For a zen atmosphere, indoor lighting must have a high color index. LED lights usually have a particularly high CRI (90-99 Ra). This lamp is suitable for creating a warm and soothing atmosphere.
2. Take advantage of the sunlight and its positive energy
Natural sunlight is very important for the body. It gives you the positive energy you need to start your work day. An environment that favors natural light is highly recommended for your health. Natural sunlight contains vitamin D, which boosts the immune system and cognitive performance. It has a prominent place in the Zen style of decorating.
The use of solar lighting makes you more active and relaxed in your home. It gives you a high level of well-being. If you want to have a Zen interior, you can install your windows in such a way that they offer an advantageous angle to allow the sunlight to penetrate the room. Do not hesitate to allocate a natural light entrance to each room of your house.
Focus on the main areas such as bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, etc. Facilitate the passage of sunlight by using curtains or thin blinds. Whenever you can, use windows or skylights to light your spaces, making the most of the sunlight. You can also have a lamp installed to provide natural light.
3. Choose fixtures with natural materials
Install rattan, wood, fabric or bamboo lighting fixtures that bring a touch of well-being to your interior decoration due to their natural essence. The natural light fixtures offer a great flexibility on the forms as well as on the finishes.
- Wooden lights
Wood is a noble and trendy material that offers many possibilities for the choice of your lights. The wooden lamp or ceiling light offers a touch of well-being to your interior decoration. Its warm aspect is an asset to create a cosy and peaceful atmosphere. These lights fit perfectly with the Zen style of decoration. For the lighting of the room, you can opt for an LED bedside lamp with a poetic design. Use a wooden lamp to place on a side table or chest of drawers with chic and sobriety. - Bamboo lighting
Bamboo is a natural and environmentally friendly material like wood. It is the ideal material if you are looking for a pure and soothing decoration with a touch of change of scenery. Easy to maintain and more robust, the lighting bamboo resists very well to shocks. Thanks to the refined design of the contemporary bamboo table lamp, you can give a Zen touch to your bedside table. - Rattan and fabric lights
Mirrors, baskets, armchairs, rattan fits any furniture. It is a material adapted to create a natural atmosphere in a Scandinavian decoration with a Zen spirit. Of a great lightness, this material dresses all the rooms of your house. Install a pendant light in rattan in the living room to enjoy a warm and cozy atmosphere. A fabric ceiling lamp is also suitable for creating a Zen decoration.
4. Use warm tones of light in spaces dedicated to relaxation
There are two types of light: warm and cool tone light. Light with a warmer color temperature (below 3000K) creates a more relaxed and comfortable environment. Light with a cooler color temperature (above 3000K) creates a more energetic environment. Warm light creates a warm and inviting atmosphere in a living room or bedroom.
Warm tone lighting is suitable for resting rooms (living room, bedroom, dining room, etc.). Cool tone lighting can be used in the more active areas of the house. They are suitable for libraries and offices, work rooms. White light can also be used in rooms where daylight is lacking like wine cellars.
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