In 2020-2021, there are several main lighting trends:
- Geometric shapes – at the peak of popularity, lighting devices of regular shapes still remain: spherical structures, clusters of balls, honeycomb compositions, lampshades-cones, cubic shapes, polyhedral, as well as spiral chandeliers.
- Combination of materials – incandescent lamps fixed with metal chains on a wooden base with a matte finish. This design fits perfectly into the eco-style.
- Black color is a new trend in design. Lighting elements are popular, for example, chandeliers and lamps in matt black, combined with light sconces and floor lamps.
- “Rustic” style – a composition in the form of a wooden wheel with wrought-iron “candlesticks” suspended by means of chains will help to dilute the modern and laconic design of the room.
- Chandeliers in eco-style – today, designers pay great attention to light compositions made of wood and frosted glass. In the latest collections you can often see the use of wooden beads, lampshades from burlap, twine or rattan. Pendant lights made of frosted glass or fabric look interesting.
- Horizontal light – protruding lights in a horizontal arrangement will fit well with the industrial style.
- Pendant chandeliers are the hit of the season for bedroom design. Exquisite frosted glass lamps on both sides of the bed emphasize the design idea in the loft or modern interior, perfectly fit into the spirit of minimalism in the living room or kitchen. For country or chalets, pendants with woven lampshades are suitable.
- Vintage compositions – the designers’ love for vintage was also manifested in the design of ceiling lamps made of alloy and metals. Brass models, gold textures, aged surfaces are popular.
- Colored glass – a chandelier or a colored glass lamp – is a work of art that creates unique and colorful lighting.
- Sculptural fixtures – along with the growth of lighting technologies, the possibilities in the production of sculptural lighting elements also grow. Shapes can range from clouds and bubbles to artistic images.
Invisible or Hidden Light Sources
Making hidden light sources while paying attention to quality is one of the main trends. Today, there are LEDs that can achieve this effect. Recessed and embedded systems are also gaining popularity. Lighting is becoming more functional, and the necessary accessories (lighting units, transformers, etc.) have become smaller in size. Thus, it became possible to merge lighting systems with architecture – you see light streaming from the side or from above, but you do not see its source.
- Recessed fixtures – mounted in the ceiling space, only the outer ring and optical glass will be visible on the surface. Great for rooms with low ceilings.
- Positional luminaires – are built into walls, floor or ceiling. Used to create the effect of blurry light in a room. Depending on the chosen location, a completely different effect can be obtained.
- Multilevel lighting – makes it possible to integrate lighting devices into walls. Often you may not even notice that this technique was used, but the outgoing soft light you will notice for sure.
- Floor lamps – perform the function of additional lighting, for example, as a night illumination in the corridor of the apartment or in the adjacent territory of the house. They also create light ensembles, emphasizing the light on the walls.
