LIGHTING
Rearrange Your Furniture
Many people’s environments are set up purely with aesthetics and décor in mind. Whilst this is completely understandable, a lot of people forget how important natural light is, and so don’t consider it as a factor when orienting their furniture, for instance.
Rearranging the furniture is the cheapest way in which you can introduce more natural light into a home, because you’re working with what you’ve already got. It’s all about working a room around light sources (windows and light surfaces) rather than the other way around. The trick here is to ensure that you are not blocking windows or light sources with large furniture items.
Extensions Or Conservatories
Now, there’s no getting around the fact that extensions or conservatories can be an expensive option. There are countless kinds of glazed extension out there, from traditional PVC options to more luxury timber orangeries, and whilst price
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differences within that spectrum vary wildly, even the most basic of conservatories are going to set you back a pretty penny or two. However, that being said, there are few lighter spaces than a conservatory.
Bespoke Roof Lanterns
A roof lantern is a type of glazed roof window which differs from a skylight in that it’s a pitched installation, built into a flat roof. . Roof lanterns are fantastic for introducing more natural light into a home and can be designed to fit the exact proportions of the room. . A benefit of roof lanterns, when
compared with conventional windows, is that they’re not beholden to a property’s aspect. In other words, because your window is above you, you’re going to get maximum exposure to light, whereas a north-facing window may only receive limited hours of sunlight.
However you choose to bring more light to a build, it’s important that you do, especially if we’re subject to any more lockdowns in future months. A lighter space is more conducive to family socialising, relaxation and the ability to recharge after a stressful day at work. The home, after all, is meant to be a haven, and natural light helps make that a reality.
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