Lagom Lighting for your home; How can you get your lighting just right?
Lagom is a word from Sweden and whilst there is no English equivalent, the notion is ‘just right’. It’s all about balance and having the right tools to hand for every occasion. We may be tempted to use words such as sufficient, or adequate but these words will generally carry the connotations of a degree of abstinence, or tolerating limitations, whereas it really means that everything works with efficiency and consistency, but without unnecessary frills and fanfare.
Adopting a Lagom lifestyle embraces a balanced lifestyle from a few simple changes to daily routines. Throughout the ages, British society has often (unfairly, of course!) been associated with eccentric behaviour and excesses… Yoyo dieting, raucous celebrities and binge drinking do nothing to dispel these views.
So, as residents of the United Kingdom, we know that we are not all running around in tweed with ruddy cheeks, droopy moustaches whilst screaming ‘Tally-Ho!’, but we too aren’t always blameless when it comes to stereotyping our nations’ neighbours.
Lagom is a Swedish word derived from a phrase, ‘laget om’ which means ‘made about’ and is frequently used to describe teamwork and that is perhaps a good analogy for how we can apply the concept to our lives. Like Cinderella with her glass slipper or Goldilocks with her favourite bowl of porridge, chair or bed, things just don’t fit, or don’t feel right if they’re simply not.
We all know that too many cakes and biscuits are not going to be good for us, so it will come as no surprise that these should be eaten in balance and moderation, as part of a healthier diet if we are to adopt the principles of Lagom. But what about working long hours? Buying the best gifts? Punishing ourselves at the gym for hours on end each night? These are examples of where we can make some key changes that will help balance out our lifestyles and shine righteousness on moderation.
So, whilst we are thinking of making these changes, we can start to consider how we can also adapt our homes to enhance and reinforce these balanced changes. Efficient lighting that offers an elegant, timeless beauty without overshadowing the rest of your décor will help get your calm, effective design perfect. In your efforts to create Lagom balance in your home, you don’t need to strip your personality out, but if you favour extravagance, you may well need to tone this down. Equally, if you like an eclectic look, adding some subtle design features will help to strike the best balance.
A modern ceiling pendant in a white finish with a clear glass outer shade and a wood effect top. The overall effect is simple, yet so effective which sees this adding a great impact to a room on its own, or as part of a cluster or row.
Suspended on white braided cable cord which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights. The light is dimmable for added ambience control, when teamed with a suitable bulb and switch and is double insulated, ensuring that it is safe to use in homes where an earth cable is not present.
We love these in any social room throughout the home – they offer a timeless style that works in all modern settings.
A large and modern ceiling pendant made in extruded steel in a pale green finish. An elegant, timeless shape, this ceiling pendant comes suspended on black cable which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights.
This light is double insulated, ensuring that it is safe to use without an earth cable and is dimmable when teamed with suitable bulb and switch.
We love this in any room in the home, it looks especially good as part of a modern kitchen.
A modern ceiling pendant in a dome shape in a white finish which is slightly textured, to offer a cast effect. The shade is metal, with an opal glass diffuser and it is suspended on white braided cable cord which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights.
This light is double insulated, ensuring that it is safe to use in homes where an earth cable is not present. It is also dimmable when teamed with a suitable bulb and switch.
We love this in all modern settings, especially in kitchens and over breakfast bars.
A modern and sleek ceiling pendant in white glass. Perfect on their own or use in conjunction with other finishes for an eclectic and unique effect.
Suspended on flex which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights. These are ideal used over kitchen islands, breakfast bars and dining tables.
These lights can be dimmed when teamed with suitable bulb and switch.
A quirky 3 light ceiling pendant bar that takes the concept of mid-century modern to a new level with a versatile asymmetrical design which can be adjusted to your whim. Wood accents add texture and interest to the white finish and adds authenticity to the retro styling. This looks fabulous in kitchens and dining rooms. A single ceiling pendant is also available…
A modern 3 light ceiling pendant in white. The shade features an attractive design of varying sized circles in a cut out design.
Suspended from a white ceiling rose on white flex which can be adjusted at the point of installation to suit most ceiling heights. This light is dimmable when teamed with a suitable bulb and switch.
We love this in bedrooms and living rooms, but it steals the show over a dining table.
So are you ready to get Lagom Lighting in your home?