Are you looking to update your home with the latest lighting trends? Look no further than these trends that are set to dominate in 2023/2024. Lighting is often neglected when you decide to update a room and that’s a real pity. As lighting not only brightens the space it enhances the visual aesthetic of the space too.
From bold colours to unique shapes, these lighting ideas will inspire you to create a stylish and bright space that will set your home apart.
Large Statement Lighting.
In 2023/2024, expect to see a rise in large statement lighting fixtures and lamps that make a bold impact in any space. These fixtures can range from oversized chandeliers to sculptural pendant lights, and they will be designed to be the focal point of the room.
Look for unique shapes, materials, and finishes that add drama and personality to your space. Whether you choose a modern or traditional style, large statement lighting is sure to make a statement in your home.
Large lights show confidence and boldness that create a truly impactful space. However, not everyone has a high enough ceiling height to go large. That doesn’t rule out capitalising on the trend for large statement pieces. Table lamps can bring that captivating statement.
Industrial Style Lighting.
Industrial style lighting is set to dominate in 2023/2024, with its raw, edgy, and utilitarian aesthetic. This trend is all about showcasing the beauty of industrial materials like metal, concrete, and with exposed bulbs. The variety of vintage Edison-style light bulbs is amazing there are tinted shapes galore. This gives rise to endless customisations and combinations available. Often a mix of different bulb shapes is used to personalise the industrial light.
Look for fixtures that feature wire cages, pulleys, and other industrial-inspired details. These fixtures work well in modern and minimalist spaces. But can also add a touch of edge to more traditional interiors.
The favoured rooms for industrial vibes are kitchens, especially pendant lights and clusters over tables. In the bathroom, the brass industrial style brings a touch of glamour to monochrome bathrooms which really elevated a basic bathroom.
Refined Art Deco Lighting.
Art Deco lights are making a comeback in 2023/2024 but with a refined and modern twist. Think sleek lines, geometric shapes, and luxurious materials like brass and marble.
Look for fixtures with bold, sculptural designs that make a statement in any room. You’ll find that the refined look is pared back incorporating distinctive art deco motifs but made modern with the use of white glass and chrome. The elegance of the refined deco shapes works well for every room be it the bathroom, kitchen, living room or bedroom there’s a fitting to brighten any space.
This trend works well in both contemporary and traditional spaces, adding a touch of glamour and sophistication.
Neo-Classical
Classical styles remain popular with stalwart designs from the lights of Laura Ashley being a firm favourite. The elegant lanterns, lamps and chandeliers all sit harmoniously within a room allowing you to achieve a cohesive look the collections allow a ceiling light, wall light, table and floor lamps from the same range. If you like effortless coordination, Laura Ashley is a sure winner. This range brings a modern twist to heritage-style lighting perfect for those with period homes who want to retain a flavour of traditional lighting whilst bringing it bang up to date.
Mid-Century Style Lighting and Lamps
Mid-century modern style lighting and lamps are also set to dominate in 2023/2024. This trend features clean lines, simple shapes, and a focus on functionality. The midcentury trend has been around for some time and the popularity shows no signs of slowing up. Largely the look has a modern fresh look often called scandi.
Look for fixtures with simple, minimalist designs that showcase the beauty of the materials used, such as wood, metal, and glass. This trend works well in a variety of spaces, from modern apartments to retro-inspired homes.
All Round Charm
Globe lighting is big this is a huge trend that offers lots of choice. There’s milky glass and smokey glass. The circular shape is aesthetically pleasing and looks great in spaces where you have angled roofs or odd-shaped rooms where it can bring a focus point.
Globes are so popular there are used in wall lights, ceiling lights and floor lamps. You’ll see a mix of styles some with metals such as chrome, black and brass. They can be used alone and there are versions with groups of globes clusters.
Gold Elements
Gold is very popular not a shiny metal more knocked-back satin and butter mellow finishes such as natural brass are the most favoured. These gold lights bring a little luxury to a bathroom or kitchen as taps fashions have shifted to gold or black of late.
Personality Matters
Lighting that brings a little uniqueness to the home is gaining in popularity. Many want to bring a little whimsy or a spirit of fun. Animal lamps are the most desirable but be sure to opt for ones that have elevated colourways and gold and silver finishes rather than garish child-like lamps.
Also, surreal and quirky looks in lighting are trending they bring confidence to a design and prompt conversation and admiration.
A final word is when you are investing in lighting ensure you select ones that will have longevity. Those that have quality materials and the trends we talk about here are set to be classics that stand the test of time.
Sustainable Lighting Solutions.
As sustainability becomes increasingly important in all aspects of design, lighting is no exception. In 2023/2024, expect to see more lighting solutions that are sustainable and energy efficient. Eco-friendly in terms of power consumption along with using materials that are sustainable. I think now we all know that power consumption is a priority to this end LED lighting will continue to be popular. But there will also be a rise in solar-powered exterior lighting.
Additionally, designers will incorporate natural materials like bamboo and cork into their lighting designs to create a more sustainable and earthy feel. Natural materials made from plants that can be regrown easily sometimes within a single growing season.
Natural fabrics and materials have additional benefits to the woven nature allowing a lovely balance between light and shade that brings a lovely ambient light that’s pleasant to be in. The neutral colours also allow the look to fit with most decorative styles.
