A professional lighting plan is necessary to ensure that all the lamps in your home are in the right place and that you have optimum lighting. Because each room has a different function and requires a different lighting concept, the lighting plan serves as the basis for the installation and selection of each individual lamp in your house or apartment.
Here we show you how to create the perfect lighting plan and implement it professionally.
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 you a good overview of where and how much light you need and where a lamp should be connected.
To create a homely ambience and make the best use of your rooms, it is important that the right lamps are installed in the right places. Every room has different requirements for optimum lighting and some rooms are illuminated by daylight, for example because a large window has been installed in them.
Bathrooms are often less bright and need more light at 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 these aspects of the floor plan and individual furnishings are taken into account in a lighting plan. It contains all the decisive 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 in such a way that your natural biorhythm is not affected by too much or too bright light.
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 marked. In this plan, you decide which lighting you want to use for which room and what effect it should have on the room. Based on the furnishings and furniture, you naturally plan where and how strong the lighting should be and which points should be illuminated directly or indirectly.
The floor plan is the first decisive component for a successful lighting concept. Also consider the function of the rooms and the existing or planned furniture and furnishing style. Once you know where the relevant power connections are located, determine the basic lighting for each room. For this, you will mainly use permanently installed modern lamps that are an integral part of the furnishings.
Then plan the additional task and accent lighting for each room. Depending on the function of the rooms, you can create the perfect environment for living and working at any time of day.
The ingenious thing about today's modern lighting technology is that you can adjust the lighting to 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 optimum light intensity. If you consider the following steps one after the other, you will succeed in creating the ideal lighting for every room in your home:
Measure all rooms precisely and draw in fixed walls, doors and windows. Then add large pieces of furniture and the main function of the rooms. This is the basis of any successful lighting plan.
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 switch the light on and off at the right time and offer many other intelligent functions.
The ambient lighting illuminates the entire room and is characterized by uniform light distribution. For the most part, it consists of permanently installed ceiling lamps, wall luminaires, pendant lamps and pendant luminaires. It forms the basic concept and fulfills the functions of the rooms.
Rooms such as the kitchen, study and bathroom are not only used for relaxing, but also for working. This is why, for example, the light for cooking or applying make-up needs to be more intense, while the dining area in the kitchen or the light for a relaxing bath should be more restful and warm.
When working at a computer, you need light that is optimal for your eyes and does not dazzle you. Ceiling lights, indirect lighting and spotlights are a good option here.
Once all the permanently installed lamps have done their job, you can add the finishing touches to the rooms with elegant accent lighting and give them a magical ambience. Small table lamps, chic Floor lamps and LED lamps in display cabinets and shelves are just a few examples of exquisite lighting.
In different colors and light intensities, they provide additional eye-catchers and also enhance furniture and objects in a sophisticated way. With accent lighting, you can create real highlights and emphasize the furnishing style of your home.
When installing your lighting, ensure that it is in a safe and optimal position and that the connections are reliable. To integrate a new lamp into the lighting concept, you should first switch off the power supply and install the new light source. Then switch the power back on and check that the lamp works reliably.
Place the lighting strategically to minimize shadows and ensure balanced light distribution. Indirect light through reflection from mirrors and walls also creates beautiful accents and a great flair. If the installation and lighting plan are very complicated, it is always advisable to consult a lighting specialist.
Once the basic, task and accent lighting has been finally 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 suit the room? If necessary, you can optimize the lights or move some lamps.
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 dealers often offer this service free of charge with a high purchase value for the lamps.
With an 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 view it straight away. Of course, you can also find inspiration for different lighting and lamps in our online lamp store.
A lighting plan must cover all aspects of 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 atmosphere.
Don't forget 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 impairs the feeling of well-being. A good mix of different lighting is just the thing for the perfect ambience in all rooms. Provide a good variety so that your home does not appear dull and boring.
Of course, a professional lighting plan also takes into account energy efficiency and optimum cost coverage for your lighting. Modern lighting concepts are based on intelligent lighting systems that control the lamps and adjust the optional light intensity according to the time of day.
Some smart lighting concepts even recognize personal habits and the corresponding daily routine and automatically adjust the lighting to suit the user. LED lamps and solar lights are of course also an ingenious alternative for saving energy indoors and outdoors and using it in an environmentally friendly way.
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 the latest trends.
You can find the latest lamp models in our online store. Be inspired by elegant and extravagant designs and find the right lamps for every room in your home. Every light in our range is compatible with the latest smart lighting technology and implements all aspects of efficient and environmentally friendly lighting.
With BUYnBLUE lamps, you will not only impress your guests, but also create a dreamlike atmosphere with style in your rooms. If you have any questions about installation and functionality, our friendly customer service team will be happy to help and advise you on your professional lighting plan.
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