1. The key to any lighting scheme is the design. When it comes to positioning your lights (down-lights in particular), forget about grids and symmetry and think about the key areas where light is really needed.
2. Use LED lights in conjunction with other light sources. The potential for saving energy is huge. If you think about lighting a room, using LED with other lighting can reduce energy consumption by about 25 per cent. It’s worth investing in quality LED fittings (e.g. the Zenigata LED from Sharp).
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Lighting should be a key consideration in every room, in particular the kitchen.
Of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen has the widest range of functions and needs the most versatile lighting scheme. Good lighting is about creating layers and it’s important you think about how a space is used.The key is variety and to consider each of the individual areas in a room so the lighting creates invisible walls. For example, open-plan living-eating- cooking spaces need lighting as if they were three different rooms.
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A frequently sought after function in newly designed Kube kitchens today are cook zones in an Island. Not every home can take an island with counter space allocated to a 6 ring hob, but if you are blessed with the space, this layout is very effective. Consider an Island that faces out onto your open plan dining and living space. You, as an enthusiastic cook or professional chef, can face your family or guests while preparing a meal.
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