Light fixture ideas for kitchen
35 Best Kitchen Lighting Ideas
Seth Smoot
Updating your kitchen doesn't have to call for a full-on renovation. Simply changing the lighting in your cooking space can totally transform the way it looks and functions. If you're not exactly sure how you want to switch up your lighting, we have you covered with tons of inspiring light fixtures—from glamorous globe pendant lights to a mixed display of lights in various shapes and sizes. After browsing through these, you're you'll be ready to begin your hunt for the perfect new lighting... or have an excellent reference to show your interior designer.
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Add Luster
Made of seashell discs attached to a brass-plated metal frame and hung from a black fabric cord, the Verpan pendant lights in this kitchen by designer Nicole Dohmen add the right amount of luster. to the earth-toned space.
Karyn Millet
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Bring in Earth Tones
In a kitchen designed by Intimate Living Interiors, a trio of cone-shaped pendant lights with a sage green exterior and shiny gold interior livens up the room's neutral palette. A single pendant over the sink and a sconce over open shelving complement the larger lights.
Lauren Lothrop Caron
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Try Dainty Additions
For a charming, inviting atmosphere, consider adding dainty pendant lights above your kitchen sink and counter. Here, designer Lauren Lothrop Caron used pendants featuring a small, almost-disc shape and a thin chain.
Avery Nicole Photography
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Set the Mood
If you adore the look and glow of candlesticks, bring them into your kitchen in a more safety-first way with a faux sconce version. The black option in this kitchen designed by The Pankonien Group adds a nice contrast to the white wall, white range, and white marble backsplash.
Katie Newburn
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Put a Modern Twist on a Classic Style
Or take the traditional concept of a candle chandelier, and give it a modern upgrade with an electric brass version. The one in this kitchen by designer Shavonda Gardner adds a touch of glam to the charming wallpaper and rustic table.
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Turn to Pleated Lampshades
A pleated lampshade is timeless, so why not extend the look from a table lamp to your kitchen pendants? In this kitchen by Lauren Nelson Design, the beige pendants add the perfect amount of texture and make the dining table feel extra cozy.
Molly Culver
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Hang Large Pendants High
In a kitchen by BANDD/DESIGN, large pendants are hung high so as to not overwhelm the island beneath it. The unique shape adds character, and the translucent glass ensures the kitchen retains an airy atmosphere.
Laure Joliet
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Make It Modern
Modern design is all about clean lines and simplicity, making sleek globe lights an excellent choice for both pendant lighting and sconces in the kitchen. This setup by designer Regan Baker is solid proof.
Jess Isaac
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Mix Shapes
Instead of going with clear globe pendants or large cone ones, try an option that mixes the two shapes.
In this kitchen by designer Jaqui Seerman, the lights offer charming detail to the warm space.
Nicole Franzen
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Opt for Opaline
To bounce the light around in this kitchen, designer Kristin Fine used a glossy trifecta of zellige tile on the walls, Calacatta Vagli on the counters, and vintage opaline pendants sourced on 1stDibs.
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Go for Black
The black pendants in this kitchen by Amber Interiors feature a white interior and gray accent, making it bold but not overpowering.
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Get Chic Shades
If you're using shades, consider highlighting a neutral option with a black frame. In this kitchen, Simo Design hung three pendants that stretch across both the island and dining table.
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Go for Cut-Outs
Not only does a light fixture with cut-outs add cool texture to your kitchen, but it also looks insanely cool when you turn it on.
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Hang Clear Orbs
Add interest to a sleek, white kitchen with clear globe lights that don't overwhelm the space. Not only that, but they'll make the room feel bigger. In this kitchen by Amber Interiors, wood bar stools add a touch of warmth.
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Keep It Small
The long drop on these pendants makes enough of a statement, so the bulbs can err on the smaller side. That way, they don't take away from the gorgeous island.
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Mix and Match Lights
Who says your lights have to match? Choose a few pendants in different shapes and sizes. A single color palette—like the black and gold one in this kitchen by designer Emily Henderson—makes the lights look cohesive.
Eric Piasecki
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Add Pattern
Use your lighting as an excuse to make an all-white kitchen a little more intriguing.
Tap into your boho side and find a patterned, colorful shade.
Karyn R. Millet
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Put Lights in a Box
Here's definitive proof that modern kitchens don't have to be cold and stark. These bold pendants work thanks to seriously high ceilings.
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Make a Statement
If you want an eye-catching piece in your kitchen, you need a statement chandelier. Even though this one is massive, it doesn't feel obtrusive due to the minimal design and open framework.
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Hang Lights in Pairs
Symmetry is good—especially when you have a bold pattern in your kitchen, like on the floor of this one. Hang your lights in pairs to keep things streamlined.
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Try a Bold Color
Pops of yellow wake up this breakfast nook—including within the box-shaped pendant light. It's like a jolt of energy before you've even had your first sip of coffee.
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Go Industrial
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Incorporate Nature
This is how you create the ultimate mic-drop moment in your kitchen. Bonus points if you DIY the light from materials found in your backyard (or store-bought!).
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Play With Texture
A natural texture like rattan is ideal for a coastal kitchen. Even if you don't actually live by the sea, you can decorate like you do. Add blue patterned shades to liven it up, like designer (and Next Wave alum!) Andrew Howard did in this kitchen.
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Try a Mobile
If you want to incorporate color but are afraid to go too bold, try a mobile-shaped light. The blue one in this kitchen by designer Amy Lau is a prime example.
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Use Steel
Steel lights can work in practically any kitchen—no matter the layout or aesthetic. Consider a pair of box=shaped ones, like the lights in this kitchen by designer Lee Ann Thornton.
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Take It Tropical
With a pineapple lantern and bright yellow wallpaper, this breakfast nook by designer Krista Ewart nails the tropical look.
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Match the Lights to Your Backsplash
Tie your kitchen together by matching your pendants to your backsplash. It'll make your kitchen look more cohesive.
Tara Donne
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Create a Disco
These silver orbs/wannabe disco balls are the cool kitchen upgrade you never knew you needed. In this Manhattan kitchen by designer Amanda Nisbet, the lights are unexpected and fun.
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Make It Look Aged
With brushed brass pendants like the ones in this kitchen by designer Jesse Carrier, your space will radiate with charm. Plus, they're the perfect neutral touch that's not too shiny but still glamorous.
35 Best Kitchen Lighting Ideas 2022
Kitchens are ground zero for delectable meals, family gatherings, and creative design opportunities, which means they should certainly shine.
Enter: kitchen lighting ideas, an essential prerequisite for cheffing it up. From ornamental pendants to unobtrusive track lighting, the options for kitchen light fixtures are endless. Today's top designers have predictably led the way in illuminating different design possibilities, proving that sconces, blinged-out chandeliers, and dimmers all have a seat at the kitchen table.
Just like living rooms and bedrooms, the tried and true rules of layered lighting apply to the kitchen. By intentionally layering light, you can harness that power and create a well-lit, well-balanced kitchen interior. To start, employ task lighting like sconces and chic lamps above cooking hot spots for more clarity. Next up, evenly-dispersed ambient lighting can help further create balance. And, of course, don’t discount a statement piece. Be it a tole chandelier or a Murano glass fixture, statement lighting can work in a kitchen, too.
If you’re currently in the midst of cooking up a lighting scheme for your own kitchen, here are 35 kitchens that exemplify a considered and purposeful approach to lighting.
Get inspired by how these designers lit up these kitchens, whether you have a small layout or a space with low ceilings.
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Out of the Blue
Rustic White Photography
For a sleek mid-century modern-inspired kitchen, Brian Watford suspended a trio of glass globe pendant lights above a marble-topped kitchen island.
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Minty Fresh
John M. Hall
In this farmhouse-inspired kitchen designed by Young Huh, mint green cabinetry provides a striking backdrop for a trifecta of simple glass pendants.
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Be In The Pink
Werner Straube
Red pendants lend the perfect amount of vibrancy to this coral kitchen designed by Elizabeth Drake.
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Mix and Match
Ngoc Minh Ngo
Playfulness is on full display in this ultra-patterned kitchen designed by Bachman Brown.
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Easy Breezy
Julie Soefer
The navy blue and gold-accented island steals the show in this sun-filled kitchen designed by Creative Tonic, while a quintuplet of sconces provide directed countertop light.
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Struck Gold
Laura Resen
In this sophisticated kitchen designed by Beth Webb, gold pendants blend seamlessly with a mosaic backsplash and weathered wood island.
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Old Fashioned
Nathan Schroder
Vintage hanging lanterns impose Victorian-esque charm in this sunny and airy kitchen teed up by Dodson Interiors.
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Double Duty
David Sundberg, ESTO
In this kitchen cued up by Douglas C.
Wright, a shaded pendant illuminates the wood kitchen island, while a gold picture light sheds light on a book-filled hutch.
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Let Them Eat Cake
Josh Thornton
Reminiscent of a French bakery, this ultra-chic kitchen designed by Summer Thornton makes the ultimate case for a classic black and white color combo.
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Sun-Drenched Style
Family Room
Although the skylight and arched floor-to-ceiling windows bring in plenty of light, industrial pendants and a massive orb chandelier seal the deal in this kitchen designed by James Thomas.
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Plain Poise
Nick Guttridge
A Sputnik-inspired chandelier adds a touch of modernism to this the otherwise provincial-style space designed by Christina Nielsen.
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Down to Earth
Beall + Thomas Photography
A brass keystone chandelier is a perfect complement to this neutral kitchen designed by Suzanne Kasler.
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Playful in Pink
Annie Schlechter
A spunky palette and playful pendants wake up this kitchen designed by Ayromloo Design.
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Good Things Come in Threes
Christopher Dibble Photography
Symmetry is the name of the game for this kitchen designed by Nate Berkus. Three opaline globe pendants perfectly balance the island's six bar stools.
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Lead the Way
Julie Soefer
A pair of steel-encased globe pendant lights provide ample light in this cheery galley kitchen designed by Chandos Interiors.
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Pendant Pairing
Durston Saylor
For a kitchen with a homey, cabin vibe designer David Scott used a pair of crimson, quatrefoil pendants to bring the outdoors in.
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Strong as Steel
Chris Little Photography - Atlanta
Stainless pendants make the perfect complement to this chef-grade kitchen designed by J. Hirsch Interiors.
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Elect Eclectism
Ryan McDonald
Afraid of overcrowding your kitchen with fixtures? Follow designer Sarah Montgomery's lead and opt for a single hanging pendant.
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Exuberance, Exemplified
Phillip Ennis
So as not to compete with the vibrant color palette (and dramatic ceiling!) featured in this cozy kitchen, White Webb Interior Design selected a pair of simple milk glass pendants to provide illumination..jpeg)
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Dashingly Debonair
Michael Alan Kaskel
Industrial black pendants partnered with slate blue cabinets make this kitchen designed by KitchenLab Interiors feel both sleek and chic.
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One-Track Mind
Aimee Mazzenga
Practice restraint and follow studio CAK's lead of installing simple black track lighting to make a kitchen feel unexpectedly minimalist.
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Forward-Looking
Roger Davies
A funky, geometric overhead fixture gives this kitchen designed by Jamie Bush + Co. a futuristic feel.
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Dreamy Drum
Anita Sarsidi
Two conical canvas drum pendants bring a uniquely industrialist touch to this kitchen designed by M.
Elle Design.
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Lumen Large
Neil Landino Jr.
A pair of neoclassical-style, lantern pendants bring in an Old World feel to this crisp and contemporary kitchen designed by Rinfret Limited.
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Glint of Gold
Tim Williams
A gold dome pendant glistens against the background of weighty, navy-gray cabinetry in this kitchen designed by Laurie Blumenfeld.
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Right as Rain
Tony Soluri
In this serene, crisp kitchen designed by Lisa Berman, opaque flush mounts and a bulb-style chandelier recall water droplets falling from the sky.
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Sea Shell Chic
Kris Tamburello
A chandelier made of seashells lends a whimsical note to this kitchen designed by Kakar House of Design.
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Geometric Eclectism
Eric Piasecki
Prism-shaped light fixtures steal the show in this kitchen-slash-dining room designed by Kati Curtis.
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Scalloped Edge
Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Crisp pendant lights let the bamboo-bedecked island and punchy blue backsplash take center stage in this modern kitchen teed up by L.A-based firm Murphy Design.
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Drum Drama
Zeke Ruelas
A matte black drum pendant adds a brooding mystery to this crisp, contemporary kitchen produced by designer Lori Gilder.
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A Serene Green
Renee DiSanto
In this muted, bungalow kitchen, design firm Park and Oak installed a petite wall sconce for some much-needed task lighting.
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All-in-One
Michael Kaskel
To light up this open, versatile kitchen, KitchenLab Interiors installed a Sputnik chandelier as well as multi-pronged globe pendants.
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Brooding Blue
Jack Thompson
To brighten up this moody blue kitchen, designer Nadia Palacios employed a pair of cylindrical brass lights.
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Sputnik Style
Dustin Forest
Paying testament to the power of green and gold, designer Crystal Blackshaw selected an amber sputnik globe chandelier for this convivial kitchen.
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Criss-Cross Chic
Catherine Nyugen Photography
A latticed drum pendant and rattan dining chairs imbue texture into this charming space designed by Kress Jack at Home.
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2021-09-29T06:00:00+00:00 2021-09-29T06:14:35+00:00 25 Kitchen Lighting Ideas: Tips from the Experts 2021-09-29T06:00:00+00:00 We make breakfast in the twilight, we cook dinner already in the dark - these are the costs of city life. Light in the kitchen is an important issue that you want to solve as efficiently and effectively as possible. You will be inspired by our experts and the most beautiful ideas 25 Kitchen Lighting Ideas: Tips from the Experts
We make breakfast in the twilight, we cook dinner in the dark - such are the costs of city life. Light in the kitchen is an important issue that you want to solve as efficiently and effectively as possible. Our experts and the most beautiful ideas will inspire you.
The kitchen is a place of hectic gatherings for work and leisurely cozy gatherings with tea and cake, a zone of culinary exploits and family recreation. Lighting here should adapt to any conditions, be comfortable, dynamic and multi-tasking. Consider different lighting solutions with examples and talk about possible difficulties.
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The light in the kitchen should be able to adapt to the circumstances - be bright or intimate, illuminate widely or pointwise. One of the options is a switch with a dimmer, a lighting power regulator. The other is a height-adjustable luminaire that allows you to change the size and location of the illuminated area. Be careful - the spring can stretch over time.
Two main areas of the kitchen - working and dining.
The working room may include a sink, stove, dining room - a table or a kitchenette. Remember that warm and soft light contributes to appetite, but it is better to cook in as much natural light as possible. Some areas can be left in the twilight - a refrigerator and a dishwasher for example. A bright and eye-catching chandelier above a table or island can add theatrics to any setting and make any dinner a special occasion.
Our opinion:
- Remember about the safety and grounding of electrical appliances in the kitchen. Lights, sockets, switches, wiring must be located at least 60 centimeters from the sink and water communications.
It would be good if the working area is near the window. Natural light adds space and uplifts the mood, unless, of course, you are in the kitchen during the day and the window is not located on the shady side. However, the opportunity to open a window in the summer, even to the north side, pleases. A good look will add inspiration, a bad one can be hidden with blinds or Roman blinds.
A deep window sill can be used for storage or used for growing herbs and spices.
LED lighting does not consume a lot of energy, but it allows you to highlight kitchen cabinets, kitchen backsplash or decoration details. Decorative multi-colored lighting using LED strips can create the effect of a table or island floating in the air. LEDs can even be placed inside kitchen drawers. The muted light left at night will work as a night light and illuminate the path to the kitchen - for a glass of water, in no case for cakes.
Our opinion:
- Remember that the backlight draws attention to all the imperfections of the walls, scratches and dirt. It is better to place the lamps at some distance from the walls.
Unusual lighting in the kitchen will cheer you up and surprise your guests. For example, a lamp from cans or bottles that you can make yourself. Luminaires inspired by industrial spotlights, exposed multicolored wires, glowing cookware or other delightfully crazy design ideas.
You can come up with something of your own - for example, use a New Year's garland or a composition of candles.
Inga Azhgirey, designer:
– Regardless of the area of the kitchen, it is worth considering at least two lighting options – working and general, and to save energy, put both lighting scenarios on one switch, it’s great if you can adjust it without getting up from behind table. Working lighting is the illumination of the cooking area, countertops, sinks. Here it is convenient to use a light tape built into the lower edge of wall cabinets, and so that the light does not hit your eyes, sink the tape into the case or provide a small protective cornice. Another interesting option is a rail turning light that can be directed to the desired area. As for general lighting, be sure to think about the light above the dining area, for which I would recommend a dimmer to adjust the brightness. If space allows, why not highlight all the most beautiful - paintings, decorative plates.
Even a simple additional table lamp can make the kitchen even cozier.
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Marina Sargsyan, decorator:
— The main thing to consider when choosing lighting in the kitchen is the need for different scenarios: work area lighting, upper cabinet lighting, dining table lighting. Use pendant lights and sconces where you relax and eat. Be sure to consider the convenient placement of switches and sockets. The biggest mistake you can make when planning kitchen lighting is to limit yourself to overhead lighting.
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Lighting in the kitchen: 80 photos with design options
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Features, ergonomic rules and design options for different interior styles - collected all the most important things about kitchen lighting.
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The kitchen is always full of life: here we process food, cook, wash dishes, have breakfast, lunch, dinner. To do all this comfortably, pleasantly and safely, the right light is important. In this article, we will tell you in detail how to plan lighting in the kitchen: what to look for and what lamps to choose (with a photo of beautiful ideas).
Kitchen lighting design
Features
Types of lighting
— General
- Local
- Additional
Luminaire types
Ergonomics
Ideas for different styles
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Light in the kitchen plays a key role. Not only the convenience and safety of cooking, but also the overall visual impression of the interior depend on it. Proper lighting in a small kitchen can transform it and make it visually larger, and bad lighting can turn even a spacious room into a cramped, uncomfortable box.
Points to consider when designing lighting scenarios:
- The working and dining area must be illuminated separately. For the first one, bright illumination is needed, for the second - more calm and subdued.
- Both the amount of light and its direction matter. It should illuminate not only the floor, but also surfaces, and also not create shadows in the working area when a person is cooking.
- Make sure that all sources complement each other and at the same time are independent. That is, if you have a kitchen-living room, then there can be bright lighting in the cooking corner, and warm and soft diffused light in the relaxation area.
- In SP 52.13330.2016, the illumination standard for the kitchen is prescribed - 150 lux per sq. m. In the dining area, this figure may be less.
- Lighting fixtures in the work area should be small, practical, easy to clean, flame retardant materials. For a dining group, you can choose more decorative options.
- The size, shape and color of lighting fixtures affect the perception of space. So, for example, if you have a spacious room with high ceilings, so that it does not look empty, use a large chandelier and a group of pendants. If the footage is limited, choose small, simple-shaped spots and sconces with light directed upwards.
- The interior palette is also important. For example, light walls and headsets reflect about 80%, while dark ones reflect much less.
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General
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General overhead light is in every room, and the kitchen area is no exception. Depending on the overall style, footage and ceiling height, this can be:
- One ceiling lamp (for small spaces, choose laconic flat models).
- System of spots or built-in lights around the perimeter.
- Chandelier + LED lighting or spotlights.
General light lamps should be bright enough, the temperature of the light output should not be too warm or cold. Optimal - an average value close to daylight so that the perception of colors in the interior and the appearance of dishes is not distorted.
To be even more comfortable in the room, you can make switches with a rheostat and adjust the brightness of the lamps with their help.
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Local
The number of local sources depends on many factors: area and functions of the room, location of windows, layout.
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The two main zones are necessarily illuminated:
- Workroom - the place where we process food, use a knife, cook and wash dishes should be well lit. This is important both in terms of security and convenience. Depending on the size of the cooking area, it can be a pair of spots, LED lighting around the perimeter of a headset or a whole system of lamps. Since there is high humidity and pollution in this area, as well as constant exposure to steam, choose the most concise lamps without volumetric shades. Recessed lights or LED strip are best suited.
- Dining room - a completely different atmosphere reigns in this part of the room. If possible, place a table or bar near a window so that the dining group is in an area of natural light. It is also important to create a relaxed soft lighting - a beautiful pendant lamp will cope with this role. Lighting above the table in the kitchen can be accentuated and zoned with it, especially if the cooking area is combined with the living room.
If your kitchen has a seating area, seating area, workstation, or extra storage, consider lighting them up as well. It can be ceiling lights, a floor lamp, wall sconces or LED strip.
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Additional
LED strip is most often used as an additional illumination. It is easy to install (there are models that can be immediately glued to the surface) and helps to create various visual effects. It could also be lamps.
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Use:
- Illuminate the bottom of a kitchen unit to make it appear to be floating above the floor. So massive furniture will seem lighter.
- Overhead lighting in the kitchen with a stretch ceiling (photo below) - this simple technique will visually increase the height of the room, make it more spacious. And if you want to arrange a romantic dinner, soft diffused light will create the right atmosphere.
- Illumination of shelves in cabinets - looks especially nice if the doors are glass. This is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also convenient: it will be easier for you to find the right item on the shelves.
- Wall sconces in the seating area, if the room is also a living room - it is convenient to read on the sofa with them and simply create an intimate atmosphere by turning off the top lamp. They are also great for decorating.
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Lighting scenarios must be planned in advance, taking into account the arrangement of furniture, the logic of moving around the kitchen and the basic rules of ergonomics.
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Points to consider:
- Keep appliances, wiring and switches a safe distance from water and open flames. At least 60 cm. Do not make switches and sockets behind the sink and stove, as they can fail from constant exposure to moisture and high temperatures.
- Place the sources 50-80 cm apart to create a single line of light.
For a group of suspensions above the dining table, 30-40 cm is enough. - Do not place ceiling spots too close to a corner of the wall so that the light is not refracted. Leave at least 20 cm.
- The hanging cord above the dining group or kitchen island must not be too low. Make the distance between the lower edge of the ceiling and the tabletop at least 70 cm.
- Switches should be at a height that is convenient for all family members to use. In Soviet times, they were hung at a distance of 1.5-1.6 m from the floor, but now the European standard is more often used - 80-90, see SP 31-110-2003 also does not recommend placing switches at a height of more than 1 meter.
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In addition to technical characteristics, it is important that the lighting fixtures fit into the overall design of the room. Here are some ideas for the most popular styles.
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Contemporary style is characterized by moderate minimalism, conciseness and functionality. Use all kinds of built-in skylight systems and LED strips. Most often, the kitchen is combined with the living room, so use illumination for zoning. For example, suspensions above the dining group look very stylish. They can be bright, unusual in shape, textured, or, conversely, discreet - it depends on how the space looks like in general.
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Scandi remains one of the most popular styles for small apartments. In this direction, practicality, a calm light palette and natural eco-friendly materials come to the fore. The lighting in the working area is usually discreet, the general is decided by a laconic ceiling, but the dining group will be decorated with a hanging ceiling with a fabric or wicker lampshade.
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Loft interiors are rough textures, cold and dark shades at the heart of the palette, industrial elements. In its pure form, the style is rarely implemented, because it requires high ceilings and large areas. But styling is easiest to create with the help of decor, including lamps. The ideal option is a chandelier or pendants on a chain or cable, with a metal or glass shade.
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Design: Irina Pashina. Photo: Nick Rudenko
Design: Projection Design, design-kazan.com
Design: Tatiana Bezverkhaya, Alina Vladimirova and Tatiana Chernyshova. Photo: Evgeny Gnesin. Style: Ekaterina Shapovalova
Design: Tatiana Bezverkhaya, Alina Vladimirova and Tatiana Chernyshova. Photo: Evgeny Gnesin. Style: Ekaterina Shapovalova
Design: Anna Novopoltseva. Photo: Evgeny Gnesin
Design: Daria Kroshko and Olesya Digol. Photo: Alexander Khom. Style: Anna Hom
Design: Anna Novopoltseva. Photo: Evgeny Gnesin
Design: Anna Novopoltseva. Photo: Evgeniy Gnesin
Classic and neoclassic are elegant out-of-fashion trends that require the use of natural materials, noble colors and symmetry.
