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Let There Be Light cont ...
“ Adding a roof lantern will dramatically transform your living space . They ’ re a great way of making rooms feel larger , as they ’ re often pitched , which means your ceiling height will be higher . They ’ ll flood light into the home , helping to create a bright , airy and spacious feel to your room .”
Roof Lanterns , Thames Valley Window Company
Ryan Thomas , managing director , Thames Valley Window Company
GIVE THE ILLUSION OF SPACE
Any work you can do visually to create the illusion of space in interiors is very much welcomed . Research shows that humans dislike being confined to small spaces , which would explain the rise in popularity of open-plan living . Several contributing factors all influence how we perceive a room : the shape , aesthetics and most significantly , the lighting ; designers and architects will consider all of these aspects during the stages of design .
Sliding Doors Bedroom In Satin Pearl Glass , Sharps
Glass in interiors is a must , this translucent material has the effect of adding valuable space , particularly in smaller houses or rooms . ‘ Invite the outdoors in ’; a phrase heard a lot in interior and architectural design , is an opportunity to create a bond between the indoor and outdoor space . Elongating a room with glass doors or windows , will draw the eye towards the garden , creating a wonderful , natural backdrop . Modern glass walls or partitions with frameless panels will also have a profound effect , creating the illusion of space without taking anything away from the original features of the room . Achieve maximum natural light by installing skylights or glass ceilings – beautiful in kitchen areas , darker rooms or flat roofs . Adding in a ceiling window will allow the space to be flooded with light , for an airy , spacious feel .
Don ’ t forget mirrors , the cornerstone of interior design advice , adding a mirror will fool the eye and impact how the light falls within a space – wherever possibly incorporate reflective surfaces opposite windows to harness the natural light . Remember ceiling lights will often cast large shadows , to counteract this introduce low level lighting , focus on low hanging pendants and spread light over the entirety of the room , this will most certainly create the illusion of space .
The Cottage , Guy Hollaway
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