LIVING ROOM
Recommended Light Levels by IES:
Living rooms are the heart of the home, serving as a place to relax, entertain, unwind, and connect with loved ones. To support these diverse activities, a well-designed lighting scheme is essential. USAI Lighting offers a variety of solutions to create a dynamic and functional lighting environment in your living room.
Lighting Tips:
Embrace Dimming: Dimmers offer the flexibility to adjust light levels, catering to various activities and moods, from an energizing morning environment to a relaxing evening mood.
Layer Your Lighting: Combining different lighting types—general ambiance, task lighting, and accent lighting—creates a dynamic and functional space, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.
General Ambiance: Downlights, such as 1" aperture LittleOnes, 2" aperture LittleTwos, 3" aperture BeveLED Mini, 4.5" aperture BeveLED 2.2, and 1.25" aperture Micro Multi-Cell recessed downlights, provide gentle, diffused light for a welcoming atmosphere. Many models offer dimming features for customizable illumination levels.
Task Lighting: Table lamps offer focused illumination in reading nooks or work areas, with adjustable height, direction, and brightness for personalized comfort and reduced eye strain.
Accent Lighting: Highlight specific areas, furniture, or artwork with adjustable recessed downlights from the LittleOnes, LittleTwos, BeveLED Mini, BeveLED 2.2®, or Micro product lines. Alternatively, explore surface mount downlights from the Cylinders family for precise light direction. Wall wash fixtures illuminate walls, showcasing artwork or architectural details and creating a spacious feel.
Consider Color Temperature: Warm Glow Dimming and Dim-to-Warm fixtures provide a warmer light as they dim, promoting comfort and relaxation. Color Select Tunable White downlights allow adjustment of color temperature, mimicking natural light and supporting circadian rhythm.