Lighting is an essential element to enhance every furnishing style and a well-chosen lamp not only illuminates, but completes the design and creates the right atmosphere. In this article, we therefore explore the main furnishing styles: modern, vintage, industrial, minimalist and traditional and we will give you suggestions for choosing the most suitable lamps.
Modern Style
The modern style is characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes and a functional approach. Materials such as glass, metal and shiny surfaces characterize this style, along with neutral colors such as white, black and grey. Recommended lighting:
* Kartell: The Battery lamp, with its lampshade that reflects light like a crystal, offers a practical and colorful option.
* Flos: The Skygarden model, with a decorative plaster interior, is ideal for the living room or dining room.
* Kartell: The Bloom lamp, with its floral structure, gives a touch of diffused and captivating light.
Other tips:
* Use LED spotlights to highlight artwork or furniture.
* Choose dimmable lights to adjust the atmosphere as needed.
Vintage style
The vintage style draws inspiration from the design of the past, with furnishings that recall specific periods such as the 1920s or 1970s. He favors materials such as wood, brass and opaque glass, along with warm tones and colours. Recommended lighting:
* Artemide: The Nessino lamp, an icon of the 60s, adds authenticity and retro charm to your rooms.
* Flos: The Ceramique model, with its ceramic structure, combines elegance and craftsmanship.
* FontanaArte: the Thalea series is perfect for recalling this style, thanks to its colored borosilicate glass lampshades.
Other tips:
* Use filament bulbs to get a warm, nostalgic light.
* Combine multiple lamps opting for yellow or green as colors, so as to create uniform and welcoming lighting.
Industrial style
The industrial style is inspired by urban environments and factories, with raw materials such as concrete, metal and reclaimed wood. The predominant colors are then black, gray and shades of dark brown. Recommended lighting:
* Flos: The String Light model, with its suspended cables, recalls exposed electrical systems.
* Lumina: the Daphine lamp is the emblem of industrial style, with its thin arms and the massive transformer at the cast iron and metal base.
* Stilnovo: Alley is a lamp that allows all possible movements and thanks to its historical and industrial design it is perfect for a room or a study.
Other tips:
* Place the lamps above wooden tables, or place them in focal points of the room, they will help create the environment.
* Leaves cables visible to enhance the industrial character.
Minimalist style
Minimalism is based on essentiality and order, with a neutral color palette and simple but high-quality furnishings. Recommended lighting:
* Artemide: The "Pirce" lamp, with its light and sinuous shape, adds a touch of refinement to any room.
* Flos: The IC Lights model, characterized by a luminous sphere and a geometric structure, is ideal for a simple and clean living room or bedroom.
* Kartell: The Teresa lamp is modern and elegant, with this shape that resembles an opening flower.
Other tips:
* An alternative to the proposed lamps are the recessed lights to keep the space clean but illuminated.
* Opt for neutral color temperatures to create a relaxing atmosphere.
Traditional style
The traditional style is inspired by classicism and timeless elegance. He favors furniture rich in details, precious materials such as wood and marble, and a warm color palette with golden or bronzed accents. Recommended lighting:
* Flos: The Chandeliers model, a modern reinterpretation of the classic chandelier, gives majesty to the dining room or living room.
* Louis Poulsen: with the PH series, these lamps are a true triumph of traditional style, thanks to the 3-shade system of blown glass
* Kartell: The Bourgie lamp, which combines classic design with modern materials, is a sophisticated choice for traditional environments.
Other tips:
* As a first choice, opt for a central chandelier to create an important focal point, otherwise prefer elegant and refined table or floor lamps
* Consider also using wall lights to delicately illuminate spaces without overloading them.
In conclusion, every furnishing style requires lighting that respects its aesthetic and functional characteristics, and investing in quality lamps allows you to obtain harmonious and well-lit environments.
Whether it's the sophistication of the traditional, the charm of vintage or the simplicity of minimalism, choose the right lighting that enhances every detail, making your home a welcoming and unique place.
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Written by Alice Pruccoli