Lighting design also plays a role that cannot be underestimated when it comes to villas which are living spaces of great complexity. Of course, this does not only refer to the design of indoor lighting, but also the combination of natural light and villa space. Only by considering the villa design from the perspective of the entire light environment can the classiness of the villa be expressed with light and shadow. Different positions of light should be taken into account at the beginning of lighting design, and the light arrangement based on the point, the line and the surface can give the overall space a sense of expanse.
Use light to shorten the distance between the occupants and the space, illuminate the beauty of life, expand the imagination and flexibility of life, and convey a comfortable and cozy vibe.
Presentation of lighting design
Gate
The lights of the villa gate should be coordinated with the environment, and it’s better to choose the color that contrasts with the night lights and set off each other.
Foyer
You can add some spotlights, wall lights, etc. as auxiliary light sources on the walls and cabinets of the villa foyer. Some small decorative lights are also recommended. The faint halo can make the foyer look wider, and ensure the safety at night when the main light is turned off. A little bit of light shows concern for family members who return home late. This applies to the places where you hang paintings, too.
Corridor
Walls or paintings at the end of all corridors must be illuminated. People need a sense of safety within the reach of their eyes. If the corridor is long, use spotlights or downlights as ambient lighting on the top, light strips at both ends of the ceiling to brighten the walls and create a good atmosphere.
Living room
The living room combines the functions of receiving guests and leisure activities. Correspondingly, the lighting design needs to involve different kinds of lights. As a high-ceilinged space, the living room has higher requirements on the layout of the lighting, not only about aesthetics, but also about sufficient illumination. The style of floor lamps, spotlights, reading lights at the sofa, etc. has to coordinate with the overall style of the living room and other furniture.
A villa is a place of multifunction, not just to live in. The design has to be comprehensive. Take all the characteristics of the lights into consideration. Choose high-quality light fixtures that are deep-hidden anti-glare, high-CRI and dimmable to achieve the effect called “seeing the light but not the light”.
The living room is an important space that reflects the style and taste of a home, so the light fixtures selected should be harmonious in terms of style and color.
Bedroom
The bedroom aim for a warm and soothing atmosphere, so the lighting should be mainly soft. Choose those with low brightness, low color temperature, and warm lighting to create a comfortable and cozy sleeping vibe, with the proviso that the illumination is enough.
You can have a main light alongside auxiliary lighting such as table lamps, floor lamps, wall lights, and bedside chandeliers. Or you can go without the main light and replace it with a hidden light strip.
Dining room
It is best to use spotlights that feature high CRI light. The scattered light can sketch the general outline of the dining area to ensure sufficient light when dining. And If R9 > 90, the dishes would even taste more delicious. ( Color rendering index R9 is one of the 15 pigment colors established by scientists to measure color rendition)
Wine cellar
Normally, villas have wine cellars, and the owners are likely to store luxury red wine. Here are some tips for storage in the lighting aspect
First, low color temperature. Second, low illuminance. If it seems a little dark, you can install strip lights on the wine rack to illuminate the wine.
Third, use the infrared sensor. Red wine is very sensitive. It is easy to go bad if exposed to the light for a long time. The infrared sensor can be helpful in case that you forget to turn off the lights.
Staircase
The staircase is an important structure of the villa, the lighting there must not be sloppy! Especially for family members who are pregnant, aged, or too young. Safety first! The first priority is to eliminate the shadowy and dark area of the stair steps.
It is advisable to set out LED downlights on the ceiling above the stairs according to the separation of beams. High-quality LED downlights have uniform light output and high illuminance levels, and there will be no obvious lighting spots or shadows below, which is also good for eyesight.
Or you can use linear lights hidden under the stairs, that is, to embed LED linear lights under the stair treads. By means of “seeing the light but not the lights”, people can clearly distinguish the steps without a miss.
Basically, lighting is part of our daily lives. In lighting design, we should do our best to create a comfortable lighting environment. The illuminance and distribution of lights should be appropriate. Carefully position the lights to avoid glare. Here are three recommendations for villa lighting.
1. The indoor lighting of the villa must not be colorful and gaudy. For one thing, it is bad for eyesight. For another, it will make the whole decoration tasteless.
2. For every different space and scene in the villa, apply different lights and lighting methods, and choose the illuminance and color temperature accordingly.
3. The criterion is more than just “good-looking “. Style, color, size, and light source should be the key points.
Simple yet reasonable lighting design can make your villa classy.
