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HOME & INTERIORS
rustic timber, textured brick
slips or an usual panelled
design. This is why many of
our clients choose to work
with us, our skill is our ability
to take what could be a bland,
modern box and turn into
something exciting and special.
Also knowing how the space
will be used and by who impacts your
material choices. For example, marble
in kitchens is beautiful, but if the kitchen is
going to be put through its paces with teenagers
and toddlers, then a hardy quartz is the better option.
That doesn’t mean that kitchens for family life have to be led purely
by practicality. Another example is we have used hardy quartz for
worktops but then teamed it with an incredible patinated copper
splash back, it is an amazing design impact but it isn’t a surface
that needs the same upkeep.
ZONED LIGHTING
One of the easiest ways to zone an open plan space is with the
lighting. Lighting design is one of the most important elements of
a space and it is so often over-looked.
General lighting and task lighting is obviously very important
for the kitchen. You need to be able to see clearly when you are
cooking. Darker areas, such as under wall cabinets and shelves
can be highlighted with under cabinet lighting. Downlighters are a
common addition for the open plan space and they are incredibly
useful. However, when they are used on their own, they produce
a very flat, uninspiring light,
which does nothing to bring
warmth and dimension to
the space. When we design
downlighters into a space, we
are careful with their usage.
We always stipulate them to be
dimmable and they are always
just a base layer to the rest of the
lighting.
Pendants are a brilliant way of bringing
ambient lighting into the space. They can be
hung over kitchen islands and tables. They not
only zone the sections, but they are a softer, warmer light to
enjoy chatting to family and friends.
Other ways to layer and zone the lighting is to use wall lights,
shadow gap lighting or floor or table lamps. The lighting scheme
is such an important part of the success of any space. When we
work on a project - we always spend time creating lighting and
electrical plans to enhance our design.
The open plan kitchen, dining, living space is one of the most
important rooms in your home. It is probably the space we design
the most, as clients value the importance of getting this room
right.
If you would like to chat to us about your
project then don’t hesitate to contact us at
www.sadiepizzeyinteriors.com
or email us at
info@sadiepizzeyinteriors.com.
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