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let there be light Marie Teather’s ideas for a brilliant Christmas John Lewis
atmospheres of Christmas. Christmas candles symbolise tradition, while illuminations on the high street invite us to buy presents; there’s the dubious task of untangling the fairy lights for the tree, and then there’s the neighbour whose house is just visible under the flashing snowmen and giant Santa on the roof. What would Christmas be without lights?
W At home nothing changes the mood in each
room as much as lighting and at Christmas the goal should be for ambience and warmth. Use 50–100 watt bulbs and chose lampshades that allow the light to spread softly throughout the room. If this leaves areas of room dark, add a floor lamp to create atmospheric uplighting. Within 4 Walls
22 . november 2011 .
timeandleisure.co.uk
e may not consciously consider the importance of illumination as we get ready for the festive period, yet lighting does a wonderful job of setting the various
have an elaborate fairytale table lamp, standing lamp and hanging lamp handmade of thick braided paper woven into the elegant swooping shape of a Victorian hat. Christmas would be a wonderful time for its debut.
The key is to create an installation by layering light channels. Add a glitzy chandelier for a delicate overhead glow but then light up individual features such as a shelf, kitchen splashback or the individual treads of a staircase. Today’s LED technology make this a cost effective way to subtly transform rooms; LED lights have up to nine years of continual light and their compact size makes them easy to conceal in bookcases or other joinery. Chaplins has a great selection of lighting for interior features.
Getting ready for your guests? Light a scented candle in their room to create a welcoming glow as well as a memorable scent. Finally, insist they take it home with them when they leave as a reminder to both of you that light should also appreciated throughout the year. t&l
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