One of the more valuable aspects of design which goes unnoticed is lighting. It might be considered as a mere detail, but lighting can completely change the look and feel of a space. Our Haute Design experts are here to give you first-hand examples of how and why lighting is so important.
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CI Design + Build
Lighting is one of the most important aspects of design. Light defines color, space and how every volume and surface is perceived. It also has an emotional and physical impact, affecting serotonin and melatonin levels in our body that control our overall well-being.
Whether the goal is to set a particular mood, increase productivity, or influence the flow of a space, incorporating different types of lighting is instrumental in every project. One of our team’s strengths is understanding the science behind light and how to strategically layer architectural lighting with decorative fixtures that are complementary. To add another layer to the intricacies of lighting design, natural light cannot be forgotten – it’s essential to understand shadows, how much heat will be added to a space simply by the sun, and what types of shade systems are most functional while also being attractive.
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Ryan Hughes Design Build
Ryan Hughes Design Build projects uniquely shine with a compilation of outdoor living elements, but it is by night that they literally glow by design. “For a homeowner who loves bold colorations to enhancements for safety, the entire space can be transformed at night with light and fire,” said Ryan Hughes. “All mechanics for the lighting is hidden within the outdoor living design including pillars and structural features with lighting only visible when glowing.”
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The Nielsen Collection
Lighting is one of the most important features of a space which often gets over looked during the final process. Different elements of lighting will create task, ambient and art elements within your home. I love using LED lighting as all elements of lighting can be accomplished. As seen here, we have used lighting for task as well as art. Custom designs can create form and function when you allow your imagination be your guide. LED lighting can define any space. We like to be creative, whether it's for function or as an amazing piece of art. With the newer LED lights, such as Laser beams across a room and tunable colors from warm to cool, never has it been more easy to showcase a wow feature within your home. The best way to get the most out of your LED application is to use a lighting specialists, as a specialist can calculate the correct light output needed as well as a great design . Thinking outside the box when it comes to lighting will surely showcase a masterpiece….always!
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Leslie Saul & Associates
