Lighting

Light, in reflection: lighting that sets a mood before the decor does.

Well-chosen lighting transforms a room before a single piece of furniture is in place. Our collections bring together pendant lights in woven rattan and bamboo, natural wood, smoked or white glass, Japanese paper or linen; chandeliers in feathers, wicker or crystal drops; LED ceiling lights; wall sconces in opal glass, marble and brass or rattan; mushroom lamps in opal glass or pâte de verre; and arc, tripod and rattan floor lamps. For living room lighting, start with pendant lights, add wall sconces, then a floor lamp next to the sofa.

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Planning home lighting in three layers

A pleasant room never relies on a single point of light in the ceiling. Lighting is best planned in three layers. Ambient light fills the room: a pendant, a ceiling light or a chandelier. Task light serves a specific job: reading, cooking, putting on makeup. That is the role of a reading light, a sconce above the mirror or a bedside lamp. Accent light, finally, creates depth: a table lamp on a sideboard, a mushroom lamp on a shelf. In the evening, switch off the ceiling and keep the low sources on: the room becomes more intimate.

Which lighting fixtures for which room

Room Main light Additional Recommended temperature
Living room Pendant or ceiling light Floor lamp, table lamps 2700 K
Dining room Pendant over the table Sconce on a side wall 2700 to 3000 K
Kitchen Ceiling light or linear pendant Pendants over the island 3000 to 4000 K
Bedroom Ceiling light or pendant Bedside lamps, reading lights 2700 K
Entryway, hallway Ceiling light Wall sconces 3000 K
Bathroom Suitable ceiling light IP44 light above the mirror 3000 to 4000 K

For dining room lighting, the bottom of the pendant hangs 26 to 31 in (65 to 80 cm) above the tabletop. In a hallway, a wall light every 6.5 to 10 ft (2 to 3 m) avoids dark patches. Outside, our outdoor wall lights frame the front door or light the patio.

Reading a product page: lumens, kelvins, bulb base

Lumens measure the amount of light. For ambient lighting in a living room, count about 10 to 14 lumens per square foot (100 to 150 per square meter), or 2,000 to 3,000 lumens for 215 sq ft (20 m²), spread across several sources. A kitchen or a home office needs more. Kelvins give the color: 2700 K is warm light, close to an incandescent bulb; 4000 K is neutral and crisper. The bulb base (E27, E14, GU10, G9) determines which bulb fits: check it on each product page before buying bulbs. If you install a dimmer, choose LED bulbs marked dimmable, or the light may flicker.

Home decor lighting: materials and styles

Rattan and natural fiber lighting casts woven shadows on the walls: it suits boho and Japandi interiors. Glass changes with its finish: smoked, it softens the light; opal, it diffuses it without glare; amber, it warms it. Brass lighting adds a golden gleam, to pair with dark tones or marble. A designer wood fixture, Japanese in spirit or on a tripod, warms a room with white walls. Japanese paper and linen filter light very gently, ideal in a bedroom.

Installation and safety

Always switch off the power at the breaker before connecting a light fixture. Check the weight on the product page: a crystal chandelier or a large pendant needs a hook firmly anchored in the ceiling. For a high ceiling or a sloped ceiling, plan for a long enough cord and a suitable angled mount. In the bathroom and outdoors, respect the stated protection rating (IP44, IP65) and the installation zone. If in doubt, call an electrician.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Sizes, hanging heights, light, shipping: answers to the questions we hear most.

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01How many light fixtures does a living room need?
Plan at least three sources: an ambient light on the ceiling, a floor lamp next to the sofa and one or two table lamps on furniture. This lets you switch off the ceiling light in the evening and keep a soft light with no dark corners.
02What color temperature should I choose for home lighting?
For the living room and bedroom, choose 2700 K, a warm and restful light. The kitchen and bathroom can take 3000 to 4000 K, more neutral and useful for seeing true colors. Keep the same temperature within a room.
03How many lumens do I need to light a room?
For ambient light in a living room, count about 10 to 14 lumens per square foot (100 to 150 per square meter), or 2,000 to 3,000 lumens for 215 sq ft (20 m²). Spread them across several fixtures. A kitchen or office needs more on work areas.
04Can I install a light fixture myself?
Connecting a fixture to an existing ceiling or wall box is common, as long as you switch off the breaker and respect the wire color code. For a new circuit, a bathroom or outdoors, call an electrician.
05How do I know which bulb my light fixture takes?
Look at the bulb base listed on the product page (E27, E14, GU10 or G9) and the maximum wattage allowed. Then choose the lumens and the color temperature in kelvins. If a dimmer is installed, choose LED bulbs marked dimmable.

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