Lighting is one of the most important elements in creating comfortable, functional, and aesthetic environments. However, there are mistakes that can jeopardise this result.

If you are planning to install lighting in your home or renovate a space, keep an eye out for these common mistakes, and find out how to avoid them.

1. Ignore the Colour Temperature

The colour temperature directly influences the way we feel. Lights that are too cold can turn a cosy atmosphere into an impersonal space, while lights that are too warm can turn a work area into a tiring space.

Suggestion:

• For rooms such as the living room or bedroom, opt for warm tones (2700K to 3000K), which promote relaxation.
• In kitchens, offices, and bathrooms, choose neutral or cool tones (4000K to 6000K), as they favour concentration and visibility.

2. Relying on a Single Type of Lighting

Relying solely on the central light installed in the ceiling is a classic mistake, as lighting should be thought of in layers.

Suggestion:
Combine different types of lighting:

• Ambient lighting: illuminates the whole room.
• Task lighting: focuses on specific places, such as reading corners, dining tables or work desks.
• Accent lighting: highlights elements, creates a cosy atmosphere and enhances the decor.

Mixing these layers makes any space more functional and visually interesting.

3. Choosing the Wrong Luminaires

When choosing light fittings for your rooms, in addition to the aesthetic element, you should consider their functionality. Otherwise, the lighting may be insufficient or uncomfortable.

Suggestion:
Think about the function of the space before choosing the luminaire.

• A kitchen needs bright, well-distributed light.
• A bedroom can benefit from indirect, dimmable light.

4. Disregard Energy Consumption

When choosing lighting solutions, it is common to focus only on the design or the intensity of the light. Energy consumption is not always taken into account, even though it is fundamental in the long term, both for monetary and environmental reasons. 

Suggestion:
Choose LED solutions that offer greater durability and lower consumption. Also, always check the energy labelling on products.

The right lighting enhances any space, so avoiding these mistakes is a crucial step towards creating cosier, more functional environments with an identity.

At ASLO you will find solutions that combine design, efficiency, and versatility — thought out to meet the requirements of each environment, always with efficiency and attention to detail.