15 Lighting Ideas for Stunning Bedroom Decor
Good lighting is one of the key ways to enhance the overall look of the bedroom and create a relaxing atmosphere
Pooja Khanna Tyagi
February 27, 2022
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Bedrooms can transform into well-decorated and cosy spaces with the right lighting fixtures and techniques. Take a look at these bedrooms, which use ambient, task and accent lighting to bring in an element of softness and set the right mood for a beautiful, restful bedroom.
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1. Bring in pendant lights
Caged pendant lights of different shapes are hung at varying heights from the ceiling on either side of the bed.
Caged pendant lights of different shapes are hung at varying heights from the ceiling on either side of the bed.
The decorative lantern-style pendant lights are hung pretty low in this bedroom by Guided Home Design so that they also function as reading lights.
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The colourful pendant lights in this bedroom by Morph Interior Ltd impart a retro feel.
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Find a designer to plan and design lighting in your home
2. Add table lamps
Oberoi Architects has introduced decorative table lamps for task lighting. The intricate backlit jaali on the bed’s backdrop is an eye-catching detail.
Oberoi Architects has introduced decorative table lamps for task lighting. The intricate backlit jaali on the bed’s backdrop is an eye-catching detail.
3. Put in a statement light fixture
A big light fixture hangs in the centre of this bedroom by In Detail Interiors and forms an arresting accent feature.
A big light fixture hangs in the centre of this bedroom by In Detail Interiors and forms an arresting accent feature.
The oversized light fixture matches with the wood tones of the bedroom by IMI Design, LLC.
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4. How about a wall sconce?
In this bedroom by Usine Studio, wall lights are fixed on either side of the bed to create a soft and cosy ambience.
In this bedroom by Usine Studio, wall lights are fixed on either side of the bed to create a soft and cosy ambience.
5. Go for downlights
Da Namah design studio uses an array of downlights to create a dramatic effect that takes the bedroom to a whole new level.
Da Namah design studio uses an array of downlights to create a dramatic effect that takes the bedroom to a whole new level.
6. Opt for a floor lamp
The floor lamp adds to the sense of depth and casts a soft glow in the space by Linda Shore Design.
The floor lamp adds to the sense of depth and casts a soft glow in the space by Linda Shore Design.
7. Use industrial lights
Anushka Contractor has hung bare bulbs at different heights to illuminate the bedroom.
Anushka Contractor has hung bare bulbs at different heights to illuminate the bedroom.
In this industrial-themed bedroom by Ace Associates, the ceiling decor and lighting is dominated by bare bulbs, which are suspended within a metal frame.
14 Ways to Fit Industrial Lights in All Types of Decor
14 Ways to Fit Industrial Lights in All Types of Decor
8. Go for track lighting
Josh Wyne Construction has used track lights for the ambient lighting of this bedroom. The mirror finish on the wardrobe doubles the lighting effect, while wood combines with the warm lighting to create a relaxed ambience.
Josh Wyne Construction has used track lights for the ambient lighting of this bedroom. The mirror finish on the wardrobe doubles the lighting effect, while wood combines with the warm lighting to create a relaxed ambience.
9. Create a layered lighting effect
42 MM Architecture combines traylights, pendant lights, ceiling-mounted lights and recessed lighting to create a layered lighting scheme.
42 MM Architecture combines traylights, pendant lights, ceiling-mounted lights and recessed lighting to create a layered lighting scheme.
10. Bring in natural light
This bedroom by VB Design Studio uses natural light to illuminate the bedroom during the day.
This bedroom by VB Design Studio uses natural light to illuminate the bedroom during the day.
A combination of filtered natural light and layered lighting creates a calm atmosphere in this luxurious bedroom by Viaanca Interiors.
11. Install recessed wall lighting
OH, BOY! has used LED strip lighting to highlight the wooden wall panelling, which comprises a unique geometric pattern using wood of different grains.
OH, BOY! has used LED strip lighting to highlight the wooden wall panelling, which comprises a unique geometric pattern using wood of different grains.
Recessed lights are used to highlight the angular patterns of the accent wall behind the bed.
12. Introduce accent lights
Ownby Design uses accent lighting to highlight the texture of the natural stone wall and impart a pleasant glow.
Ownby Design uses accent lighting to highlight the texture of the natural stone wall and impart a pleasant glow.
13. Add recessed cove lighting
Studio Living Stone has introduced recessed cove lighting to bring in diffused illumination and design a serene space.
Studio Living Stone has introduced recessed cove lighting to bring in diffused illumination and design a serene space.
14. Install backlit onyx
Abhishek Shah has combined backlit onyx, dramatic ceiling lighting and an array of exposed bulbs to create an interesting lighting scheme.
Abhishek Shah has combined backlit onyx, dramatic ceiling lighting and an array of exposed bulbs to create an interesting lighting scheme.
15. Use colourful LED lights
This all-white bedroom by Sonali Shah gets a spectacular look and takes many avatars with colour-changing LED lights.
Read more:
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Tell us:
Which type of lighting would you like to incorporate in your bedroom and why? Let us know in Comments below.
This all-white bedroom by Sonali Shah gets a spectacular look and takes many avatars with colour-changing LED lights.
Read more:
25 Unique Wall Panelling Ideas to Accent the Wall Behind the Bed
False Ceiling Designs for the Bedroom
Tell us:
Which type of lighting would you like to incorporate in your bedroom and why? Let us know in Comments below.
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Nice piece. Thanks for the feature. Here are a few of my favorites from my own collection