Your professional lighting plan for your home
A professional lighting plan is necessary so that you can install all the lamps in the right place in your home and have optimal lighting. Because every room has a different function and requires a different lighting concept, the lighting plan serves as the basis for installing and selecting each individual lamp in your house or apartment.
Here we will show you how to create the perfect lighting plan and implement it professionally.
Why is a lighting plan important?
With a well-founded lighting plan, you can ensure that your home shines in the right light and that you feel 100 percent comfortable. It gives a good overview of where and how much light you need and where a lamp should be connected.
For a homely atmosphere and the best use of your space, it is important that the right lamps are installed in the right places. Every room has different requirements for optimal lighting and some rooms are illuminated by daylight because, for example, a large window was installed in them.
Bathrooms are often less bright and need more light from the mirror or in the wet area, for example. At the same time, live lighting must be well insulated, otherwise accidents can occur.
Depending on the size of the living room, you may want to set up a cozy reading corner or equip a dining area with sufficient light. All of these aspects of the floor plan and individual furnishings are taken into account in a lighting plan. It includes all the crucial factors that are important to you and make your everyday life comfortable.
Of course, energy efficiency is also taken into account and the lighting is planned so that too much or too bright light does not influence your natural biorhythm.
Step-by-step instructions for creating your perfect lighting plan
A lighting plan is a visual representation of the lighting in your rooms. It consists of a floor plan in which light switches, sockets and power connections for all light sources are shown. In this plan you decide which lighting you want to use for which room and how it should affect the room. Of course, based on the furnishings and furniture, you plan where and how strong the lighting should be and which points should be illuminated directly or indirectly.
The floor plan is the first crucial component for a successful lighting concept. Also consider the function of the rooms and the existing or planned furniture and the furnishing style. If you know where the appropriate power connections are, determine the basic lighting for each room. For this purpose, you mainly use permanently installed modern lamps, which are an integral part of the furnishings.
Then plan additional task and accent lighting for each room. Depending on the function of the space, you can create a perfect environment for living and working at any time of day.
The brilliant thing about today's modern lighting technology is that you can adjust the lighting to suit your personal requirements at any time. All modern lamps from BUYnBLUE are equipped with innovative technology. They are dimmable, can be integrated into your smart home and provide an ideal lighting experience with the optimal light intensity. If you consider the following steps one after the other, you will achieve the ideal lighting for every room in your home:
Step 1: Create an accurate floor plan
Measure all rooms carefully and mark solid walls, doors and windows. Then complement large pieces of furniture and the main function of the rooms. This is the basis of every successful lighting plan.
Step 2: Identify the existing connections
The lighting and its distribution depend on the power connections if you want to use permanently installed lamps. You can equip rooms with additional light switches and sockets. Inconvenient and annoying extension cables should be avoided. There are now smart sockets that turn the lights on and off at the right time and offer many other intelligent functions.
Step 3: Set the basic lighting
The basic lighting illuminates the entire room and is characterized by an even distribution of light. It consists mostly of permanently installed ones Ceiling lamps, Wall lights as well as Hanging lamps and pendant lights. It forms the basic concept and fulfills the functions of the rooms.
Step 4: Add task lighting
Rooms such as the kitchen, the study and the bathroom are used not only for staying but also for working. That's why, for example, the light for cooking or putting on make-up needs to be more intense, while the dining area in the kitchen or the light in the relaxing bathroom should be more relaxing and warm.
When working at the computer, you need a light that is optimal for your eyes and does not blind you. Ceiling lights, indirect lighting and spotlights are a good option here.
Step 5: Choose appropriate accent lighting
If all permanently installed lamps do their job, you can give the rooms the finishing touches with elegant accent lighting and give them a magical ambience. Small Table lamps, send Floor lamps and LED lamps in showcases and shelves are just a few examples of exquisite lighting.
In different colors and light intensities, they provide additional eye-catchers and also cleverly enhance furniture and objects. With accent lighting you can create real highlights and underline the furnishing style of your home.
Step 6: Positioning and Installation
When installing your lighting, ensure it is in a safe and optimal position and has reliable connections. In order to integrate a new lamp into the lighting concept, you should first switch off the power supply and install the new light source. Then turn the power back on and check whether the lamp works reliably.
Place lighting strategically to minimize shadows and ensure balanced light distribution. Indirect light through reflection from mirrors and walls also sets beautiful accents and creates a great flair. If the installation and lighting plan is very complicated, it is always advisable to consult a lighting specialist.
Step 7: Test your lighting concept
When the basic, task and accent lighting has finally been installed, test the lighting for functionality both during the day and in the evening. Is the light intensity sufficient and are all points illuminated as desired? Is there enough variety and does the atmosphere created fit the room? If necessary, you can optimize the lights and maybe move some lamps.
Cost of a lighting plan
Depending on the size of your home and the number of lamps, the cost of a professional lighting plan varies between €500 and €750. Many lamp retailers often offer you this service free of charge if the purchase value of the lamps is high.
With AI or modern software for PCs and mobile devices, you can also create first-class lighting plans yourself. Some apps also show you a virtual simulation of the lighting so that you can take a look at it straight away. Of course, you can also find inspiration for various lighting and lamps in our Online lamp shop.
Avoid the following mistakes in your lighting plan
A lighting plan must include all aspects related to lighting. Basic lighting is important, but should not be given too much focus, as the right task lighting must be sufficient and accent lighting provides variety and mood.
Don’t forget about natural daylight when planning your lighting. Too many artificial light sources are often used, which strongly influence the natural biorhythm. Incorrectly placed lamps can also cause glare or create too many dark corners and make rooms appear smaller.
Also remember to choose the right color temperatures, as they have a significant influence on the atmosphere. Light that is too bright makes a room appear cool and prevents relaxation and affects the feeling of well-being. A good mix of different lighting is just the thing for the perfect ambience in all rooms. Make sure you have a good variety so that your home doesn't appear dull and boring.
Light environmentally consciously and economically
Of course, a professional lighting plan also takes energy efficiency and optimal cost coverage for your lighting into account. Modern lighting concepts are based on intelligent lighting systems that control the lamps and adjust the optional light intensity depending on the time of day.
Some smart lighting concepts even recognize personal habits and daily routines and automatically adjust the lighting to their users. To save energy indoors and outdoors and use it in an environmentally friendly way, LED lamps and solar lights are of course also an ingenious alternative.
An optimal lighting plan should definitely be based on the latest developments in the lighting industry and include all innovative lighting options. Reputable and qualified lamp dealers and manufacturers will inform you about these options and implement current trends.
In our online shop you will find the latest lamp models. Be inspired by elegant and extravagant designs and find the right lamps for every room in your home. Every lamp in our range is compatible with current smart lighting technology and implements all aspects of efficient and environmentally friendly lighting.
With the Lamps from BUYnBLUE Not only will you impress your guests, but you will also create a dreamlike atmosphere with style in your rooms. If you have any questions about installation and functionality, our friendly customer service is available to help you at any time and will also be happy to advise you on your professional lighting plan.
