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Cottage lighting ideas: 20 pretty ways to light a cottage

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If you're redesigning your cottage, then cottage lighting ideas are a must. Often overlooked, lighting is a vital aspect of renovating a room and should be considered from the outset rather than added as a finishing touch.

When opting for the perfect lights to complement your cottage decorating ideas, it is important to select pieces that will both sing against your decor and illuminate your space.

'If you have a classic rustic vibe in your cottage, then something like a steel and oak chandelier could be the perfect touch. Alternatively, if you have a more rustic look then an industrial wall light may appeal to you more,' says Mark Feldman, Chief Home Officer of Riverbend Home . 'Coastal cottage style is always popular and adding a pair of white seashell lamps is a great way to instil the coastal style in a subtle way. There are a lot of great options out there, stay true to your style, and the lighting needs of the room and you can’t go wrong. '

Cottage lighting ideas to illuminate your home

Of course, cottage lighting ideas aren't just about pretty designs – though that's a big part of it – you must also think about the practical purpose your lighting needs to play.

'Begin by thinking about how you use the room,' says Period Living magazine editor Melanie Griffiths. 'If it's a space where you like to relax, then create layers with dimmable lamps and wall lights that can be adjusted to suit your needs. Alternatively, if it's somewhere like the kitchen, then good task lighting is a must.'

1. Consider beaded chandeliers for characterful cottage lighting

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If you are searching for statement cottage lighting ideas to complement your dining room ideas, then it is important to opt for a design that doesn't overwhelm the space but still catches the eye. 

'I love the idea of taking an old world design element like a chandelier, and modernizing it, the way that you see here in this wood bead chandelier. It is the perfect contrast between traditional and modern, and creates a unique spin on a classic piece,' says designer Amy Leferink of Interior Impressions .

2. Glass shades to increase the throw of light

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Cottages have a reputation for being a little on the dark side. This means that your cottage lighting ideas have to work extra hard to illuminate your room. One way to maximize the throw of light from a pendant is to opt for a design with a clear glass shade. 

With an elegant, minimalist appearance, a glass shade creates a beautiful centerpiece above your dining table, while directing the light all around the room, rather than just downwards. 

Whether used on walls or as a pendant, transparent shades are also a great idea for small rooms, which cottages often have in abundance. Glass shades add interest without dominating the aesthetics of the space, and due to their neutral design also pair well with an abundance of other small room ideas.

3. Add character to a cottage living room with a handmade pendant

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You can't beat the rich character that handcrafted pieces bring to a cottage-style interior. Oozing personality in a way that is impossible to replicate in mass production, consider adding a handcrafted light into your cottage living room ideas. 

 'We like including something a little unexpected when lighting cottages. Often the rooms don’t have recessed cans, so we add ambient light and drama with hand-made chandeliers. This branching fixture from Luxe Light & Home with hand-blown milky glass globes is full of charm – which is the essence of cottage style! We love the organic shape. It's definitely a showstopper!' says Susan Currie of Susan Currie Design .

4. Add heritage charm with a mirrored sconce

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When homes were lit by candlelight the mirrored sconce was an essential feature. Holding a single candle, it was designed to reflect the light back into the room.  

For the modern cottage, consider an updated design. Featuring an electric candle-style light set against a vintage mirror, it provides practical cottage lighting ideas while also bringing with it heritage charm. ‘When working with lower ceilings, wall sconces are a game changer. They'll volumize the space and will also provide a more architectural touch,’ says Devin Shaffer, lead interior designer from Decorilla .

5. Add a rise and fall pendant in rooms with low ceilling height

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Rise and fall lights have been around since the 1900s and get their name from their ingenious design. Unlike normal pendants, which are installed at a fixed length, rise and fall lights can be adjusted via a pull cord. This is ideal for cottages, where low ceilings might preclude you from having a fixed pendant. Instead, you can simply pull your light down when needed and push it back up when no longer necessary.

Consider adding rise and fall pendant lights into your utility room ideas or walk-in pantry ideas for a flexible choice of illumination.

6. Create an relaxing ambience in the bathroom with wall lights

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Lighting is a vital part of your cottage bathroom ideas, ensuring that your bathroom is welcoming and cozy. 'The key to creating the perfect ambience in your bathroom is to make sure the light reflects the kind of sanctuary you are trying to achieve. Introducing symmetrical wall lights either side of your wash basin will limit shadows, while a bold yet beautiful pendant light above your basin can really make a difference to the look of the room,' says Scarlett Blakey, creative partner of Ophelia Blake Interior Design .

7. Opt for materials that evoke a cozy atmosphere

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Cottages are warm and welcoming spaces, and their interior style should embody this atmosphere, especially as part of your cottage bedroom ideas. Opt for cottage lighting ideas made from softer materials such as wood or plaster for a delicate touch to the scheme.  

 'Cottages are retreats where comfort and quiet elegance trump formality. Consider light fixtures in materials other than metal and glass to create cozier atmosphere. Here, a white plaster chandelier and painted, wood table lamps cast a soft glow throughout this nature-inspired bedroom, quietly complementing its woodland setting,' says Hope Austin from Hope Austin Interior .

8. Consider the size of the room when choosing your cottage lighting ideas

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When selecting the right cottage lighting ideas for your space, it is vital to consider proportions. 'Let overall size of the space and the height of the ceiling guide you,'  says Hannah Thompson of Lam Lighting . 'For example, pendants can still work well with low ceilings, providing they are not oversized and the cable has been adjusted to suit the ceiling height.'

Where there is a low ceiling, consider lower level pendant lighting, as in the bedroom above, or do without ceiling lights and wire table lamps to the main light switch for efficient, cozy lighting.

9. Opt for reclaimed lights to add character and charm

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We all know the importance of sustainability and that we should try to reduce our waste whenever possible, this extends to our cottage lighting ideas. 

A large part of being a conscious consumer is thinking about the life of your purchase beyond its time with you. If you buy a piece secondhand – let's call it vintage – you are lessening your impact on the environment. The upside? A reclaimed piece will add character and charm that a new cottage lighting buy can't.

10. Use wall lights in rooms with low ceilings

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Low ceilings are a common challenge for cottage lighting ideas. This is where wall lighting and lamps come into their own. However, when not relying on a single pendant to provide your main source of lighting, it can be hard to figure out the quantity of lights needed.

‘Let yourself be led by the natural architecture of the room. The key is to find a healthy balance. You don't want to ‘over light’ an area and make it feel artificial. Where it might be difficult to install overhead lights, wall lights are a fool-proof go to,’ says Jim Lawrence founder of Jim Lawrence

11. Illuminate your cooking with task lights in the kitchen

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When you're cooking, the light levels are essential but this needs special consideration in cottage kitchens, which are notoriously dark. Installing pendant lights over your worktops offers focused task light.

However, you can boost that with spotlighting. If you want an unfitted look that complements the style of your cottage kitchen, you can have clamp lights like this mains wired. 

12. Use pendant cottage lighting to brighten your kitchen

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When you are redesigning a kitchen, the lights can often get overlooked, even though it is critical to both the atmosphere and functionality of a space. A pendant light makes a striking feature over an island or dining table, and adds to the authentic personality of the space begin the true engine room of the home. 

Pick a shade in a color that contributes to the color scheme – here, the green is part of a pretty, multi-colored scheme that's reflective of florals.

13. Create an cozy ambience with lamps 

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'Lamps are the key ingredient to any scheme, the light is more comfortable and relaxed then overheads. In a cottage this will have the effect of dialling up the cosy cottage feel.' says interior designer Susie Watson of Susie Watson Designs  

'Using warm white bulbs at eye level will draw everything in, making the feel of the room warm and inviting. Position your lamps around precious ornaments and much loved artwork you want to showcase.'

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While the look of the shade and fittings are very important, don't overlook the bulb itself as this can have a huge impact on effect the lights has on a room.

'The color of your light can make or break the scheme,' says Lam Lighting founder Hannah Thompson. 'New LED's offer a much wider range of color, from cool blues to very warm yellows. For a cottage we would recommend a warm bulb, reminiscent of traditional filament bulbs – somewhere between 2200 to 2800 kelvin.'

151. Be inspired by layered cottage lighting ideas for a relaxing bedroom

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Of all the rooms in your home, the lighting in the bedroom is one of the most important. A glass pendant is a great choice for a main light as it will subtly diffuse light throughout the room to create a relaxing ambience, perfect for winding down for bed. Pair this with bedside lamps to give you greater flexibility over light levels.

Smaller task lights attached to the wall on either side of the bed are a great choice if you like to read in bed, and will provide ample light. 

16. Experiment with cottage lighting ideas by adding prints and patterns on lamp shades

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Accessories provide the perfect space for your to experiment with bolder patterns a colors. This beautiful Furry Folk shade designed by illustrator Maude Smith for Pooky features hand drawn deer, birds and squirrels and is perfect for bringing a touch of woodland magic to a cottage interior.

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Contrasting lighting design with the rest of the room is a clever way to make it stand out. Here, a cottage bedroom is lit by a modern bedside table lamp whose simplicity means that it's the perfect fit – but also a clever contrast – to the more traditional elements of the room. Its simplicity makes it stand out beautifully.

18. Use cottage lighting ideas to play with scale

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Playing with scale in any interior is a decorative trick that interior designers like to use to create a focal point, added impact and instant character. A cottage typically has smaller rooms which means those focal points have to be cleverly thought out and often practical, too. Here, the effect is created effortlessly with twin table lamps that are separately proportionally too large for a cottage living room, but perfect as a decorative trick.

19. Choose task lighting with character

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Some contemporary light fittings hit just the right note for cottage interiors – and can provide better functionality than traditional pieces. Notably this applies for task lighting, wherever that might be needed in the house. For avid home office workers or bedtime readers, this might mean an angled lamp that's really ergonomic but fits right in to your cottage interior.

20. Don't forget outdoor cottage lighting

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So now you've sorted out your interior lights, it's time to turn your attention outside. Not only will adding outdoor lighting ideas to the front of your house help you find you keys and unlock your door in the darker evenings but it will also enhance your home's security. 

While it is common to only have one outdoor light, if your door in the center of a wall or porch, then placing a light either side of the door creates a beautiful symmetry which will complete your cottage and your cottage garden ideas.

How do you light a dark cottage?

Layering lights is a great way to light a dark cottage. Pairing pendants with task lighting and adding lots of table and wall lights is a great way to illuminate a dark cottage.

Pair these cottage lighting ideas with other ways to increase natural light, too: paint the walls in light colors and think about decorating with mirrors to help the light to bounce around the room. 

How do you light a low ceiling cottage?

Wall lights are one of the best ways to light a low ceiling cottage. Compact yet offering lots of illumination, they provide the perfect way to illuminate a room without compromising on space. 

'Cottages are known for being smaller than the normal home and because of this all the rooms in the interior are naturally small in scale,' says Devin Shaffer. 'Due to lower ceiling heights, pendants may not always be an option, but an array of finish options exist for flush mount fixtures and floor and table lamps, and will look just a great. '

Having graduated with a first class degree in English Literature, Holly started her career as a features writer and sub-editor at Period Living magazine, Homes & Gardens' sister title. Working on Period Living brought with it insight into the complexities of owning and caring for period homes, from interior decorating through to choosing the right windows and the challenges of extending. This has led to a passion for traditional interiors, particularly the country-look. Writing for the Homes & Gardens website as a content editor, alongside regular features for Period Living and Country Homes & Interiors magazines, has enabled her to broaden her writing to incorporate her interests in gardening, wildlife and nature. 

Rustic style interior. Ideas for lighting and decor

When you are asked about a rustic home, what is the first thing that comes to mind? A small country house, a solid log cabin or a stylish chalet made of stone and wood? The rustic style, or as we call it rustic, has long ceased to be the one that draws us terrible tales from the past, a dark forest and a terrible wooden frame at night. Now these are works of the genius of modern construction, taking into account the nuances of style and customer requirements.

Seasoned wood, square timber, specially selected decor, lighting, carpets and curtains, furniture and even the bathroom and toilet area, everything must be sustained in the appropriate style. Restored antique furniture, no lacquer, retro, rustic or castle lamps are perfect for this interior. After all, the main task is not to warm the house with fire from the fireplace, but to warm it with the warmth of your love and receive in return the unique comfort and charm of a rustic-style house or a chalet, as it suits you.

Create your own unique style. High ceiling? Use pendant lights with a long cord. Floor beams? Well, the castle-style lamp will be a wonderful decoration. The walls can be finished with artificial or natural stone. In this case, the kitchen was enhanced with industrial touches - stainless steel hood, loft-style pendant lights. Victorian-style armchairs and an old gramophone add a special charm. A special touch is a white star and a part of the wall tiled in Moroccan style.

Inspire the rooms where you spend the most time with cozy and warm rustic style. Notice the approach in this living room. A large wooden beam above the fireplace for creative knickknacks, a wooden table made of "rough" wood, a wooden TV stand. The room has a clear contrast of white cold walls, warm wood and stone. And the warmth in this room prevails over the cold. It is set off by touches, dark brown leather furniture, a second floor brown beam and a massive wooden door.

Or create a magical setting with a fireplace and natural stone walls. Rattan lamps, well-chosen furniture, but the main accent in the room are pillows with ornaments and patterns, engravings and figurines. Evening lighting will be taken over by interior table lamps with white shades.

Are you lucky and have a natural stone wall? Okay, create a contrast. If you have ceiling beams, then opt for monochrome upholstered furniture. Black sofas and white armchairs, and a black and white table, only complement the overall picture. Pay attention to the lamp in a floral style, light, airy and functional. And of course, if there is an opportunity to make a natural fireplace, always use this opportunity, the result will exceed all your expectations.

You can pay attention to the rustic ethnic style. In this case, African motifs are taken as the basis. Carved cabinet for books and accessories. The basic palette of the room is white paint and wood. Sofa upholstery and rugs are selected with intricate patterns, as well as cushions and armchairs. Lamps - in oriental style, antique bronze, so as not to stand out from the general surroundings.

Rustic style with Mediterranean charm. Low furniture with contrasting brown cushions and a plush gray rug. Several large ferns and tropical plants behind the sofa will create a feeling of closeness to the sea and the tropics. The overall style is relaxed and unflappable. Large windows provide plenty of sunlight. In the evening, part of the lighting will be taken by black overhead ceiling lamps, and the dining area will be illuminated by a cascading chandelier, with shades hanging low at different heights.

Here is a modern take on a rustic living room. A successful mix of rustic and industrial style. Pretentiously "rough" wooden floor, stone, concrete and wood. What could be more natural, although it requires special attention to detail. For example, a gray cold concrete wall needs to be compensated with warm masonry and loft-style bronze floor lamps. The main lighting falls on the shoulders of large windows, and in the evening the room is illuminated by black track lights on a busbar and low hanging industrial style black pendants. Of course, it is desirable to use retro Edison lamps with their unique warm amber light. The special charm of the room is given by a carpet with splashes of paint, a black and white table and paintings that are simply leaned against the wall.

Here, for example, is a rustic living room design that looks light and casual. This interior uses three primary colors: white, gray (dark) and beige (wood). The seating area is located in the area of ​​large windows - a low sofa and armchairs with dark blue upholstery, a coffee table made of light wood. The kitchen area is a combination of wood paneling and white minimalism. Well-chosen bar stools with a dark brown seat perfectly complement the loft-style pendant lights with dark blue wicker shades. A vertical fireplace will only complement this style in the evening, warming with the heat and crackling of the hearth. This living room looks light and casual, there is a lot of air in it and the space seems light and weightless.

If you are a fan of rustic style, then believe me, creating it for yourself is not difficult. As you can see, it is not necessary to build a log cabin or a huge chalet for this. We showed you how to skillfully combine loft and rustic style, how they can perfectly complement each other. Use a thoughtful approach to the choice and combination of furniture specifically for your conditions. The use of wooden beams, decorative masonry will greatly facilitate your task, and properly selected hanging chandeliers and sconces can seriously change and transform your interior. As a rule, rustic style is well suited loft or castle lamps . And if you complement them with retro Edison llamas or modern warm LED filament lamps, then the effect in the interior will be simply amazing.

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Choosing lighting with LUSTRAM for a country house and a summer residence

The online store LUSTRAM offers its customers to plunge into the atmosphere of a cozy home in nature, outside the bustling city and pay attention to the lamps of the interior and exterior of such a house .

Lamps for street (or exterior) lighting on the territory of a suburban area can be installed on various buildings: porch, porch, gazebo, summer dining room or kitchen.

The installation of such lighting fixtures in places almost unprotected from the conditions of the street requires them to have certain characteristics. Such luminaires must be resistant to moisture , to dust , to temperature extremes , to blows from wind gusts and, in addition, they must be electrically safe for all family members. In this perspective, LED light sources have an advantage, as they are not afraid of cold, rain or wind. However, in the presence of a high-quality lamp with a degree of moisture and dust protection of at least IP44, any lamp can be used. In addition, various factories have a line of street lamps equipped with anti-vandal systems.

Today, many designers advise to install lighting fixtures on the porch , at the entrance to the house, primarily for security reasons. An interesting solution for lighting the porch will be decorative street sconces and floor lamps , reminiscent of antique lanterns. For example, if space permits, one or two pillars of the factory Brilliant from the Istria series art. 48685/06 can be installed next to the front door. Or light up your porch with the Brilliant Styled Wall Sconce Jordan Series ref. 45682/60 .

In areas intended for relaxation, such as gazebos, terraces and porches, it is best to use pendant lights located under the ceiling, as the diffused light is most pleasing to the eye. An excellent example of a pendant lamp for a building with a high ceiling is the lamp of the German factory Favorite of the Luxus series art. 1495-1P , the ceiling of which is decorated and reinforced with carved metal.

Verandas , usually being extensions of country houses, have an elongated rectangle shape, which is reflected in the nature of the placement of light sources. For sufficient illumination of the entire length of the veranda, it is possible to use pendant or ceiling lamps , installed along the entire length of the ceiling at an equal distance. Ceiling lamps of the British brand Astro from the Cabin Semi-Flush series art. 7558 . In addition, such a room can be decorated with street sconces that are appropriate in design . For example, using bra Favorite from the Faro collection art. 1498-1W antique bronze.

Lamps for the veranda should carry not only functional duties, but also aesthetic ones, because the veranda is a common place for relaxation and meetings with family and friends, so it is so important to make this place cozy and comfortable. To create such an atmosphere, you can choose pendant and ceiling, wall and recessed lamps in the style of country, Provence, loft, and even laconic classic or modern design. It is possible to use lamps made in the tiffany technique, such as the suspension of the German brand Brilliant from the Jason series art. 43870/86 .

gazebos , which traditionally have central symmetry, are another favorite resting place. In this regard, the right decision would be to place one pendant lamp in the center of the gazebo ceiling. The light from one such lamp will be soft and unobtrusive, delicate and cozy. Another possible option for highlighting gazebos is to use several lamps of various kinds, but made in the same style. For example, you can install ceiling (or pendant) and wall lamps decorated with a metal pattern from an Italian factory in the same room Arte Lamp from the Persia collection.

Designers advise not to break the stylistic unity of the entire countryside vacation spot, so lamps in the interior of the house often harmonize with the exterior style solution.

Currently, country-style lamps are more and more often chosen for decorating country houses. In such lamps, their nostalgic simplicity and simultaneous originality and originality attract.

Country style features the use of natural materials and warm and natural colors , artificial "aging" of interior items , simple classic shapes, as well as plant and flower motifs , insect patterns , birds etc. Beautiful lamps that resemble antique candlesticks and candelabra with their forms will be the final touch in interior design.

Since country music is not frilly, far from pompous, cozy style, lighting should support its character. A lot of natural light is welcome, large windows that let in a lot of light during the day and warm artificial lighting in the evening.

Like any living space, a country house is divided into zones for proper lighting design: entrance hall (hall), living room, kitchen, bedroom, corridor, flights of stairs, etc. Lighting in all areas should obey a single style, but differ in its functionality, because if soft and subdued light is needed for the bedroom, then the lighting in the kitchen should be somewhat more intense. But the use of lamps with high power would not be the best idea either: bright and harsh light is unlikely to be able to “make friends” with a soft and delicate interior style solution.

In the hall it is a good idea to create a bright, but warm and unobtrusive lighting by installing several sconces, such as, for example, the copper-colored sconce of the factory N-Light art. 724-01-51AC with mosaic shade.

Lighting in the living room will be multi-level. The central light source will be ceiling or pendant chandelier for several lamps, such as the suspended metal chandelier of the Italian factory Favorite art. 2159-9P . The installation of such chandeliers is carried out on chains, on special rods, or they are rigidly attached to the ceiling. A chandelier suspended on chains looks good in rooms with deliberately simple stone, brick or wooden walls. A cozy rustic interior will be complemented by stylized lamps with lamps such as a candle and a candle in the wind.

In addition to ceiling lighting, sconces, table lamps, floor lamps should find their place in the interior. By the way, exactly floor lamps with large textile or wicker lampshades are a characteristic feature of the country, for example, floor lamp art. 148939 brand Ideal Lux .

Kitchen lighting requires a special approach. Particular attention should be paid to the working area, which requires a sufficient level of illumination. A good option would be to place spot recessed luminaires or luminaires with swivel shades (spots) above the stove, sink and work table. An example is a luminaire with three spots from the factory Citilux from the Hesse collection art. CL536531 .

The overhead lighting of the entire kitchen area, just like the living room, can be designed with pendant or ceiling chandeliers, but smaller. For example, you can use a pendant lamp for 7 bulbs from the American factory Newport art. 32307/S .

The main resting place in the house is the bedroom, so it is necessary to create a relaxing atmosphere in it. Relaxation will be facilitated by diffused soft lighting emitted by a bedside table lamp, a floor lamp with a lampshade or a night lamp. An example of a table lamp that creates a soft light output is an elegant lamp from a German factory Chiaro from the Versace series art. 254031601 with rich orange textile shade.

Also, special attention should be paid to the lighting of stairs in a country or country house. For the safety of movement on the stairs, you need to illuminate the steps, railings, as well as any protruding corners. Both sconces and recessed wall lamps, which have an unobtrusive appearance, will help to do this. For example, to illuminate the stairs, as well as the protruding elements of the floor and walls, the LED recessed lamp of the brand 9 will help0063 Nowodvorski from the Ina series art.

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