While not as glamorous as colour schemes and themes, choosing the right kitchen lighting plan is crucial. As electrics and fittings need to be installed at the beginning of any project, it’s a good idea to start thinking about your lighting requirements first. Whether your kitchen is small or large or in-between, there’s a perfect lighting solution for you.
Good lighting really helps to enhance a space and make it feel larger. So, if you’ve got a small kitchen, making the most of natural light is key alongside the installation of clever lighting solutions.
Natural, daylight bulbs, which give off a brighter, whiter tone than traditional yellow-toned bulbs are a great choice for smaller kitchens. When it comes down to the style of your lights, we recommend downlights – as they don’t take up much space. While you can use bigger lighting fixtures, they need to be positioned in a place where they won’t block natural light.
Under-cabinet lighting is another must in the small kitchen. By drawing attention to the spacious worktops and work areas, the lighting helps create the illusion of greater space. Of course, under cabinet lighting is extremely handy too and makes working in a small kitchen more enjoyable.
A large kitchen may already feel spacious – but the right lighting plan will help ensure that wow factor. You’ll need your practical task lighting as well as standout feature lighting, to help create an impact.
For your task lighting, choose LED lights. As well as being efficient and practical, they also boast minimal running costs. Cool white LED lights are ideal for modern kitchens – but make sure that you use a similar colour temperature for all the lights in your kitchen space.
When it comes to feature lighting, the possibilities are endless. You can use it to draw attention to particular objects and design in the room or make a feature out of the lighting itself. You can also different lighting fixtures to add a touch of style to your kitchen – for example, a chandelier for an eclectic or high-end touch or copper pendant lights for an industrial-inspired kitchen.
Layering is a great strategy for your kitchen lighting. To make the most of layered lighting, you need to zone each part of your kitchen according to its use. There will some areas of your kitchen where all the food prep is done and a separate area for dining. Both areas require different types of lighting. And if it’s a wow factor kitchen you’ve got in mind, why not also add some feature lighting?
When thinking about your personal kitchen lighting strategy, think about the space you have. Do you have high ceilings you could take advantage of? Could the kitchen units and walls be used as fixture points? Can natural lighting be enhanced with floor-to-ceiling glass windows?
Want to see how we use lighting at Kitchen Design Centre? Head on down to your nearest designer kitchen showroom to see how we’ve worked lighting into our kitchens.
Which lighting styles and features have you opted for in your kitchen? Tell us in the comments below or tweet us @ModernKitchens
Introducing Beth Ainsworth to our Blackburn showroom. Beth brings fresh ideas and plenty of enthusiasm to kitchen design. Off the clock, I’m most likely in the gym.
We’re passionate about tailoring our designs to fit your lifestyle, so whether you want a space to entertain or a family-centric kitchen to spend quality time together, our designers know exactly how to make your dream kitchen a reality.
When you book an appointment, you’ll be introduced to your personal kitchen designer, who will sit down with you in our dedicated meeting space to discuss what you want for your dream kitchen. Then, when you’re happy with the final design, they’ll become your dedicated project manager as they oversee every aspect of the installation, guaranteeing exceptional customer service as we deliver the kitchen of your dreams.
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AS SEEN ON GEORGE CLARKE’S BEAUTIFUL BUILDS: FROM DATED LAYOUT TO DREAM ENTERTAINING SPACE
When Katherine and Andrew purchased their property, they always knew a full renovation would follow.
With both the outdated kitchen and untouched garden requiring significant transformation, the project soon became part of Channel 4’s George Clarke’s Beautiful Builds – it was an opportunity they felt perfectly aligned with their vision for the property.
While searching for a local kitchen specialist, Kitchen Design Centre immediately stood out thanks to its long-standing reputation, glowing customer reviews and welcoming showroom experience.
The brief focused on creating a sleek, contemporary kitchen that would feel open, social and highly functional, while complementing the wider architectural renovation of the home.
The finished design delivers a beautifully balanced space that combines clean lines with luxurious detailing.
One of the standout features is the striking worktop design. The waterfall edge peninsula creates a bold focal point within the room, while the continuation of the material across the side panels introduces a seamless, premium aesthetic.
Functionality was equally important throughout the design process, with carefully considered storage solutions and high-quality appliances helping to simplify everyday living. Among Katherine and Andrew’s favourite additions is the Neff oven, praised for both its versatility and pyrolytic self-cleaning function.
The completed result is a sophisticated contemporary space that completely transforms how the home looks, feels, and functions, perfectly reflecting Katherine and Andrew’s original vision from the moment they moved in.
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