The Scandinavian ceiling light: A modern and light décor in your interior!
Scandinavian-style indoor lighting has enjoyed great popularity since the 1950s, starting of course in the countries of Northern Europe (Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden...). The daily life of these countries being synonymous with cold and early darkness, it is good to create a soft and cosy lighting atmosphere to contrast with a harsh and dark exterior.
The sleek indoor lighting offered by Nordic lighting has made it popular all over the world! It exudes class, relaxation and raw finesse and fits as well in a contemporary style, as in a house with an old or traditional design. Furthermore, it fits perfectly into a wide variety of environments, from the living room to the bathroom, passing through the dining room. We find these designer lights in all kinds of shapes, and not just ceiling lights! You can alternate recessed ceiling lights with wall lights or chandeliers, but also table lamps, also of Scandinavian type, as they complement each other very well.Wood: The central material of Scandinavian ceiling lights!
When we think of Scandinavian lighting, it is without a doubt one of the first words that comes to mind! Light-colored Nordic wood essences in white, beige or light brown like birch, maple, pine and oak are among the local materials of the forests of Northern Europe, among the most prized in the design of recessed ceiling lights. The look they give is both artistic and warm. Natural wood, whether polished and then lacquered to make its grain stand out, is a superb element that creates a natural and elegant decorative atmosphere in any room.You can choose your Scandinavian wooden ceiling lights, with details such as vertical rattan stripes, or in fabric like linen threads. Some are also available in our online store, with a linear wooden structure equipped with adjustable LED spotlights. One of the great advantages of Nordic ceiling lights? It is the decorative function they fulfill even when they are turned off! A bit like industrial pendant lights.
But besides wood, white-tinted glass can prove to be perfectly inspired by Scandinavian décor. But also metals like brass or aluminum accompanied by neutral and light tones, like cream or pale yellow lampshades are also very popular and typical of the Nordic look!A Scandinavian ceiling light for every room!
Before rushing for the first natural wood ceiling light with adjustable square spotlights, or a square ceiling light in light brown wood, think about your interior layout. Is the room in which you want to install your Scandinavian-style LED ceiling light currently suitable for it?
In the case of a bathroom, we would rather talk about the resistance of the material of your ceiling light. Such a damp place should not see a Scandinavian ceiling light in linen or fabric installed, as it can be subject to damage caused by moisture such as mold. Also avoid grey metal like brass or other metals like bronze, as they risk rusting or patinating. Opt for Scandinavian ceiling lights in plastic, lacquered stainless steel, or clear glass.
For the living-dining room, Scandinavian ceiling lights are loved. Just above the dining table or a coffee table, they always look good and diffuse a relaxed light, conducive to reunions around a meal. A mix of wood and metal is often chosen to accompany this type of atmosphere. Choose one of our models available on our site with a built-in dimmer, in order to project a luminous flux of about 300 lux and 700 Lumens in this case.
In the living room or bedroom, Scandinavian art deco is always welcome too for the visual soothing it provides. Although we tend to think that Scandinavian ceiling lights are reserved for pastel or neutral tones, they can contrast harmoniously with other atmospheres like navy blue, or anthracite grey. The luminous flux must also be chosen carefully according to the size of each room. For a bedroom, we would like a semi-indirect yellow light, of the nightlight type, rather than a white light much more suited to functional lighting.
In the case of a living room or bedroom of 20 square meters or less, a small model of a ceiling lamp of about 35 centimeters is suitable. For a living room or loft of more than 20 square meters, a Scandinavian light of 50 centimeters in diameter with semi-direct lighting is ideal. Do not forget that nowadays, you can adjust the light intensity using dimmers present in LED bulbs. Which is an advantage when you want to rest, or on the contrary, immerse yourself in a work atmosphere by adjusting the color temperature of each room.
What color for my Scandinavian ceiling light?
In general, white, brown, beige, yellow and light grey are the most commonly used shades. We can also mention blue and green. These light colors diffuse a light quite pleasant for the eyes, without darkening the room. Two-tone combinations like light brown natural wood with a white lampshade, as well as a vintage ceiling light with a grey metal bell next to it, are one of the many mixes to make!
Finally, think about the art deco present in your room. A throw or a faux fur rug on a grey sofa, a brown wood cabinet like fir, and a few yellow and white cushions to accompany your Scandinavian ceiling lights!