"Good evening everyone... this is Inagawa ◯◯..." Yes, what comes to mind here is that person shining a flashlight on his face from below!
This time, I would like to delve deeper into the topic of lighting, which is the key to interior design.
I have an unusual obsession with lighting, because I believe that no matter how stylish the interior design, the final deciding factor is the lighting.
Conversely, lighting is also a cheap first step in interior design.
A single light can completely change a room! Let's explain the importance of lighting for a great interior!
Consider the effect of light on people
It is said that people have a "color temperature" that is appropriate for the color of light at any given time.
When we wake up in the morning, we are exposed to sunlight. This is what activates the human brain.Sympathetic dominant modeThis is called "fluorescent lighting," and fluorescent lights in a room can also have a similar effect.
By the way, the light from fluorescent lamps is called "fluorescent color" and is a bluish-white light.
Generally, most people probably have lighting in their rooms like this.
The second is the color of the evening sun, which is called "warm white."
This warm light puts your brain into a relaxed state.
This state is called "Parasympathetic dominant mode"Is called.
It is also a color that helps you concentrate on something and stimulates your imagination, so choosing incandescent lighting is very effective in creating an ideal work room or relaxing room.
↑This is the ceiling fan light I used to use. I highly recommend it.
An inexpensive way to start decorating your interior is with incandescent lighting!
I've put together a sofa, a TV rack, a stylish table with placemats and a rack...I've arranged it all together with all the different items, but it just doesn't feel quite right...it's somehow missing a stylish feel.
If you are worried about such thoughts, first try changing the lighting to "warm white".
Take another step and try using multiple lights to create shadows in the room. This alone can dramatically change the interior space.
The following photos are of the editor's room (sorry for the mess). The first photo shows fluorescent lighting (ceiling light) and the second photo shows multiple bulbs with warm white lighting.
The difference in appearance is obvious. You can see that the single fluorescent ceiling light gives off a very lived-in feel.
In contrast, the incandescent light from multiple lighting fixtures gives the room a modern impression.
Just changing the color of a room can completely change its atmosphere.
You can get by with just one light source, without needing an expensive sofa, table, or rack.
So, the first step in creating a room is to choose the lighting.Color temperatureI recommend you try changing it.
Let's take it a step further and try "multi-light lighting"!
I think you can see how the atmosphere of the room has changed just by changing from fluorescent lights to incandescent lights.
As the next step,Multi-light lighting" Why not give it a try?
The keyword is “Shade the room"about it.
If the room is generally bright or if the light only comes from one direction, the room may appear dull or simply dim.
Using multiple lights creates shadows in the room (bright spots, slightly dark spots), giving the room a three-dimensional feel.
This method of making the print is very easy to experiment with, and is also very effective because you can change the way the light hits the print depending on your mood.
It's easy to do; just buy a few clip lights from a home improvement store and place them where you want the light to shine.
Clip lights come with either E17 or E26 base, either is fine.
E26 gold has excellent light directionality that maintains overall brightness, while E17 gold has a slightly narrower light directionality and creates a spotlight effect, so buy the right one according to your purpose.
The biggest advantage of making lighting is its cost performance!
Home appliances, tables, chairs, racks, etc. Buying beautifully designed items can end up costing you a lot of money.
In this respect, creating lighting is an extremely inexpensive way to create interior decor.
You can buy a very stylish clip light with an E26 base for just 2000 yen.
If you have a room of about 8 tatami mats, five units should be enough.
All that's left to do is to creatively arrange the four corners and the last piece to complete your room.
You can decorate your room inexpensively just by changing the lighting without having to spend a lot of money on various interior decor items.
With smart LED bulbs, you can add a splash of color to your room!
All of my rooms have clip lights, but I am changing the bulbs to "smart LED lights."
What this allows you to do is to create a variety of colors of light from a full color selection by operating a smartphone or other device.
For example, you could try using incandescent lights for A and B, blue lights for C and D, and pink light for E...Depending on the combination, you can create a glamorous space like an all-day bar.
*If you want to create these effects, make sure to buy light bulbs that support full color!
You can also use your smartphone to set timers to turn the lights on and off when you get home, go to bed, or wake up.
Furthermore, if you use "Hue" by Philips, you can connect it to your computer's music library and dim the lights like a disco, so it's sure to be a hit at a party with friends! (I don't know if such a situation exists...)
Summary
What do you think? If you think interior design is difficult and expensive, why not try changing the lighting to completely transform the atmosphere of your room?
The world of lighting interiors is interesting and deep!
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