The living room is the communication centre of each residential unit. Reading, playing, entertainment, watching TV: different visual tasks and situations require corresponding light. Therefore, one lamp clearly brings too little light into life. Glamour recommends at least three, or preferably, five light sources for a main area of 20 m2. The secret of creating the mood of the space consists of the creation of light islands, which emphasize single functional areas. The general rules for the lighting concept of the living room are: only bulbs and halogen bulbs with warm white light create a pleasant lighting atmosphere. And because light level is always a question of mood, dimmers are practically inevitable. For maximum pleasure when reading on a cozy sofa, the most suitable lights are swivelling desk or floor lamps with bulbs, which spread locally dispersed light. Light luminous accents near three-piece suites are created by mobile floor lamps, which emphasize the effect of lighting islands and create a spatial structure. Anyone who loves a cool, simple atmosphere decides upon floor lamps with indirect light.

>> >> >> Architectonic effects, e.g. columns, old walling or stone components, give the space additional drama with the help of floor lamps. Halogen strips or radiators provide different performances of light and shadow play. Concerning the necessity to use light controls: at dusk, in particular, sufficient light is necessary, because the daylight still provides strong competition, whereas in the dark, light islands are used more strongly. When watching TV, a decent light without glare is recommended, so that reflections on the TV screen are prevented.

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