Trends for 2009 – Lamps for the Home
Today’s lighting trends lead consumers to designs with clean, simple lines that incorporate the use of metallic, organic, or environmentally-friendly materials. Here is an overview of the trends currently underway.
Flexible or Cable Track Lighting: Rigid Track lighting and recessed lighting is “out” – and low voltage Flexible or Cable Track lighting is “in”. Whereas the Rigid Track system uses one transformer per fixture, the Flexible Track systems uses one transformer for the entire fixture and distributes low-voltage electricity through the track. This makes for a sleeker-looking system, because the track can be curved and the fixture does not need a built-in transformer. A straight, rigid track is not required. The Cable Track is another type of system which has been very popular over the years – and still continues. In this model, two cables run parallel to one another. The fixtures are located between the two cables which also provide the power. In most cases, the track is connected to two wall and is no more than 20 feet in length.
Environmentally-friendly Fixtures: Environmentally-friendly fixtures are “in” – along with energy-saving dimmer switches and automated lighting control. The Compact Florescent Light (CFL) and the Light Emitting Diodes (LED) are two of the most popular energy saving types of light bulbs. The most versatile and affordable bulb at this time is CFL. The LED is a tiny yet powerful light source. It is more energy efficient that the CFL. A 60 watt bulb is expensive and one bulb can cost as much as $75. Yet, on the brighter side, LED lamps can last up to 30-35 years, energy consumption is reduced by about 87% to that of an incandescent, and in the future good omni-directional light bulbs may be available.
Metallic Lamp Bases: Metallics are everywhere – not just in lighting. This material is good for adding sparkle and shine to a dull room. The brushed metals work well in vibrant or subdued interiors. Softer metals, such as brushed nickel, brushed copper, stainless steel, and pewter have become some of the favorite metal finish choices and are competing with brass as the top finish choice for home lamps and office lamps. Expect to see this material in fabrics and furniture for years to come.
Glass and Mirror Lamps: While the ornate and embellished are “out” in both fashion and home decorating, simple, yet elegant, interiors with a bit of sparkle or sheen are certainly “in”. Whether colored, translucent, or transparent – glass lamp fixtures and other household items such as jars and bowls are hot these days. Likewise, mirrored lamps and table tops also are in fashion. These materials radiate light and sunshine.
Organic Materials: Corresponding with greater interest in more energy efficient and environmentally-friendly lamps for the home, look to see more organic materials such as bamboo and wood veneer table lamps.
Serpentine Curves: Also hot is the simple elegance of the serpentine curved line – in furnishings as well as lighting. The use of the serpentine line has been around for thousand of years. This resurgence may be inspired by the growing interest in organic materials and shapes.
Today’s trends in lamps, lighting, and decor reflect a style that is more Contemporary or Modern than what we have seen over the last 30 years. These trends also express the desire to be more environmentally-friendly and the inspiration of nature through the use of products requireing less energy consumption, organic materials, and serpentine shapes.
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