Illumination - What are the trends for 2012?

After visiting some design shows in Toronto recently it became apparent that lighting is continuing to have a very glamourous look.  The dominant colour scheme seemed to be white, cream and lots of sparkle.  The lamps shown here at the cgta (Canadian Gift and Tableware Association) have an elegant but understated lampshade. 

Ceiling fixtures were also very sophisticated. Most of the small pendant lights had simple lines, but were made of bubbled glass in different shapes.  The larger ones were embellished with crystals or shiny trims.  Installing a chandelier such as the oval one shown here would be an easy way to update an otherwise tired dining room. 

Even pot lights were being adorned with crystals.  There are now kits available so that its possible to attach a string of clear or coloured gems to existing pot lights.  Usually used in bathrooms they will certainly add a surprise element to the room.

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If you would like to add some dramatic lighting in your home, try adding it in a powder room.  Since this is not a bathroom used for shaving or applying make-up, it is a great place to push the style boundries a bit.  Even if you use a soft glow of light in this area, it will be sufficient for the purpose of this room.

If you would like some assistance renewing the look of your rooms, please contact me at linda@changesinteriordesign.ca

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