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Where can I go for lighting inspiration?<\/a><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Lighting and Lights are passionate about all things lighting. We understand the importance of showcasing interiors with the correct style lights, in the right places with the right brightness. So we decided to provide you with some light inspiration!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We comprehend it can be a bit of a hard trawl trying to locate your ideal light. This inspired us to give you some key looks that will get your pulse racing. After all, you know what you like when you see it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, we know the look that we want to achieve, but we’re not quite sure what it’s called. Other times, we don’t know what we like until we stumble across it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With today’s busy lives, we don’t always have the time to do as extensive research as we’d sometimes like. We need relevant information in easy to digest chunks and pictures! Never has it been truer the saying; “A picture speaks a thousand words”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help facilitate this, we have created an ‘Inspire Me’ section that is perfect at giving bite sized information and images that makes it easier for you to narrow down your search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s ever evolving, so each time that you visit, you’ll be likely to see more ideas and inspiration to scroll through at your leisure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s just another reason why Lighting and Lights is the best place to buy lights<\/a>, each and every time! Go on, give it a go, what do you have to lose?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Change is happening within the interior sectors. If you are renovating your home, be sure to keep abreast with the latest style influences. Find fresh, bright inspiring ideas for making the most of your home. What\u2019s trendy is changing and fairly rapidly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly there are many social shifts that sees us appreciate a differing style aesthetic. Looking at what the latest looks and hotly tipped predictions for home decor in the next decade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article is a must read for anyone in the interior design sector, property developers, hospitality sectors and home renovators who hope to stay in step with the changing fashions and trends for living spaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll be interested to see, that we, as consumers <\/strong>will continue with our desire to have \u2018experiential\u2019 encounters over materialistic matter. We are on a journey of self-discovery, to fully embrace ourselves in an immersive life, rather than to just show off our latest purchase. It\u2019s about living life to the fullest and being proud of all the imperfections of our lives that have resulted in it being perfect for us. Basically; live our own lives not being judged or measured by possessions. Our life encounters and experiences are all important. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our interiors are coming along for the ride. As the thrill of going out fades with the lack of new experiences, we\u2019ll start choosing to stay in! Share our latest culinary creations and homes with others. Our interiors geared around socialising and making perfect memories.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our homes will become a treasure trove of what makes the inhabitants smile, an Instagram-worthy display, complete with the fabric of the life lived there evident all around us; comforting and welcoming. Making a true reflection of our tastes visible to guest will be key.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choosing your own particular interior design has never been more about injecting your own personality, and that of those who live with you, into your space. It\u2019s about raising your head out of all of the \u2018personalised\u2019 recommendations we get bombarded with, simply based on past purchases and browsing history. This is your time to shine, so think outside the box and allow clear thinking and new searches; chance discoveries that speak to you now are sure to be more relevant for today and in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dive into the forthcoming interior design trends to create your very own enchanting experiential environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SUPERNATURAL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not in a spooky way. It\u2019s a trend emerging from being hyper aware of nature and using those ethical choices within our homes. Valuing the natural world and ensuring it is treasured. If the natural world is changing we\u2019ll pay homage and mimic it in our own living rooms. Yet, we\u2019ll stay positive and optimistic hence the colours we see taking the limelight have a positivity. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teaming organic materials such as stone and marble with a twist of the unexpected. Throw away the rule book of colour which states one main colour and one accent; here we see two or three main colours with a strong contrasting accent colour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patterns that create an optical illusion or show a dual side to mirror the multifaceted nature of our own personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a look that\u2019s full of nature\u2019s colours, choose mossy green, pastel mint green and blue teamed with an apricot or berry accent for a vibrant contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TOWARDS\nUTOPIA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An\naltogether conscious design, with a focus on \u2018betterness\u2019. It\u2019s taking the\nwellbeing approach of the moment and extending it to all areas of our homes and\nlives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll be craving to live more meaningful lives, making the choice to play our part in minimising our destruction and distress on our planet. Buying locally, mending, reducing air miles, recycling and reusing will all make an impact on our interiors. The make-do-and-mend approach will greatly reduce unnecessary wastage that convenience has thrust on us. We\u2019ll find enjoyment with simple pleasures such as drying flowers that you\u2019ve lovingly planted when they come towards their natural end, preserving their wholesome beauty for the winter months in your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MIXAMILISM<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not\nsimply mix-and-match, this is mix-and-play! A display of the varieties of your\ntastes, all amalgamated together to create pockets of curiosity that are\nInstagram worthy, nestled amongst the menagerie of life\u2019s montage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can make up your own mind, have the ingenuity to validate your own interpretation of design to make it wholly yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CURATED CULTURES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A myriad of treasures from your unique travels, not simply sticking to one style. Using a backdrop of colour with a commonality to your favourite idylls of escapism, you can display your favourites from everywhere; Moroccan to Mexican, Danish to Dominican, all in perfect harmony. Valuing and embracing cultural trends reflecting a more inclusive approach to styling. It signals hope. Accepting and admiring diversity. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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LIQUID\nLAYERS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Effortless\nbeauty of tinted glass, diluted tones that blend and unite different finishes\nand colours. Dual tones to appeal to two emotions, like dip-dying a smooth\nlollipop into glistening sherbet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A mesmerising effect, similar to the sea gently lapping at the shore, combining the warm, dry sand with the cool wash of the ocean for a blended effect that glistens with its own unique beauty. Materials, such as glass will be used in ceiling pendants, vases and home accessories. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE INNER CIRCLE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Circles are big! And small and halved. Expect to see globes used globally. Every room in the home will be catered for. Lighting will feature solid circles, globes and hoops. The emblem of the decade will be circular, you\u2019ll see art, wall coverings, rugs and luxe light fittings featuring the ever-popular spherical shapes will be more popular than any other style of light. The light fittings will be used to unify a transitional style. The luxury globe shaped lamps are worth investing in highly stylish and useful especially valuable for harmonising and balancing with other trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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INTRIGUING\nPUZZLES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Art\nthat speaks to us with a hidden message, a puzzle to challenge the mind both\ncreatively and logically. Positivity within grasp that makes the discovery\nworth more to see, a pride in successfully deciphering a favourable connotation\nthat adds warmth and harmony to your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may see plenty of shapes that challenge you view of what\u2019s expected. Light fixtures that use the latest LED tech take on new puzzling shapes. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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JAPONICAL\nCULTURE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Japanese art steeped in tradition, gives influence to home decor albeit with modern reinventions. The peaceful, harmony, and \u2018zen\u2019 like appeal that we have all come to recognise is apparent yet made modern. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Akin\nto any strong design, the concept continually evolves and what we can expect to\nsee in reincarnations in the near future are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n