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Saturday, 14 September 2013

IMPORTANCE OF LIGHTNING IN INTERIOR DESIGN


The lighting in a home changes the mood of a room just as it does the perceived size of a room. Placement and type are important aspects of interior design, and they work in conjunction with color selections, room size, availability of natural light and furniture selection. The elements that come together when the right lighting is achieved transform a room into a seamless combination of functionality and style.


Color Management

The use of lighting can add to or subtract from the overall colors of a room or from only those surfaces the light is meant to enhance. Darker colors make a room feel smaller and cramped, while light-colored walls do the opposite. The illusion of space is defined by light reflected off of the surfaces of the walls. Some types of lighting help with this illusion by further illuminating the walls. In addition, directional lighting, such as a track light, can soften the wall colors. There is also recessed can lighting, which has a soft, downward glow that illuminates the floors, not walls. This is opposed to lights hung from the center of the room, which provide ambient illumination, or wall lighting. In both cases, this can affect how light or dark a colored section can appear.

Directional Lighting

The lighting in a room either provides illumination for the entirety of the room, or it highlights very specific elements. Track lighting is the perfect example of positional lighting. Hung from the ceiling, the adjustable necks and lamps can be pointed at specific elements, such as a wall painting, the vase of flowers on an entryway table or the bar top or kitchen island. Consider mounting them on the walls, also. Special picture and mirror frames also have built-in lighting to highlight specific areas on a wall. Recessed lighting can be used in floors and ceilings to create vertical beams of light as opposed to an overall glow from central light fixtures hanging from a ceiling.

 Functionality
One major role of lighting in the interior setting is functionality. Lighting needs to serve a purpose, or it simply wastes electricity. Chandeliers are not only used in large, open foyers, entryways and rooms because of their centrally themed placement but also because they provide excellent illumination for the room. Wall lights add length and size, visually, to an entryway hall, as well as light the way. Consider the style of lighting you want to ensure you get the best directional or luminescent type for the setting. Look into task-specific lighting for desks and other work areas where functionality is more important than overall room illumination.

Space

Both natural and man-made lighting help with the illusion of space. For a darker room, find ways to bring in more full-spectrum natural light. If the room does not have sufficient lighting, it will feel cramped. This is worsened by close-proximity furniture arrangements, such as coffee table, end table, sofa, chair and love seat combinations in a smaller setting. Corner lamps, wall sconces and centrally hanging lights on the ceiling help brighten a room if natural lighting is not available and help create a visually larger space. This applies to any setting -- home or office. Natural lighting is preferred above man-made lighting because it shows off colors better and adds to the visual space of a room by bouncing off reflective surfaces. Consider skylights or large windows if you want more natural light, or use sheer drapes and curtains to allow the maximum amount of light from your current windows.

Sunday, 1 September 2013

EXPLANATION FOR WINDOW BLINDS BY GOLDENSCAPE INTERIORS

Blinds are generally used in offices and homes to provide shade and privacy. One of the main attractions of blinds is that opening and closing the blinds to varying degrees can control the amount of light they let in. 
Vertical blinds, Venetian blinds, VELUX blinds and Roller blinds are stylish, versatile and practical. They are a modern solution, easy to adjust, to control light filtration and allow you privacy, also they prevent damage to your furnishings. However, the effect of the blinds on light, privacy and the look of the room is dependant on the type of blinds you choose.

If you are looking for an efficient way of getting the privacy you need, protect the furniture of your room form the damaging effects of the sun and complete the décor of your home at the same time, then any of the blinds available from us, are the perfect choice.
These window treatments are an affordable solution for home improvement and sun protection.here offer you a few helpful hints.

Vertical Blinds
Vertical blinds have Vertical panels that can be adjusted to control the amount of light that enters the room. The blinds can also be pulled to one or both sides of the window if you want to allow all the light to enter. Vertical blinds are available in different widths and lengths, and they are a popular choice for full-length windows, conservatory windows or patio doors.
Many people use Vertical blinds to control the amount of light that enters a conservatory or sunroom in order to protect the furniture from damaging sunlight. Vertical blinds can be bought in a range of colours, textures and patterns, while many of the fabrics are machine washable.
When it comes to measuring and installing blinds, there are a few things you should remember. To get accurate measurements, you should use a steel ruler, and it is worth bearing in mind that the blind should be unobstructed when it is fully extended to allow it to hang freely.

Venetian blinds
Perhaps the most well known and most popular type of blind, Venetian blinds have horizontal panels and are made of Wood or Aluminium, which can be adjusted to control the amount of sunlight allowed into the room. Venetian blinds are available in various widths and lengths, Blindology Blinds offer made-to-measure Venetian blinds.
These types of blinds are so well loved because they offer a clean, uncluttered look and you can choose a style or material to compliment the look of your room. There are many options from dark Wood Venetian blinds to striking metallic blinds.

Roller Blinds
Roller blinds are made from opaque or vinyl fabric that is wrapped around a dowel, which can be rolled up or down by using a cord system. Roller blinds are particularly popular in rooms where you might want complete privacy, such as a bathroom or bedroom. This type of blind offers a simple, practical but stylish option, as roller blinds are available in many different colours and styles, such as straight, shaped or decorative hems.
VELUX Blinds

  • Siesta Blinds:
    Blackout effect, to turn day into night. Aluminium backing (as standard) to reduce heat gain and heat loss. Available in a wide range of colours and designs.
  • Roller Blinds:
    Provide basic privacy and control of sunlight, wide range of colours and patterns available to choose from.
  • Pleated Blinds:
    Provide privacy and sun screening without total blackout of daylight. Create elegant, soft, decorative effect. Available in a wide range of colours and patterns.
  • Venetian Blinds:
    Control both the amount and direction of light. Classic style combined with practical simplicity. Aluminium coating option available to reduce heat gain and heat loss.
  • Awning Blinds:
    The external Awning blind provides effective protection against the heat of the sun, while allowing a pleasant diffused light into the room. (Fabric 5060 and 6060).