Sometimes it could be so simple: you have completed your project in the living room, did not have to attack the calculated buffer of the recessed floor spotlights and could actually continue right away in the outdoor area. Anyway, it would create a uniform image if the recessed spotlights from the living room were also to be found on the terrace. It certainly would! However, this is rarely a good idea. Because inside is not the same as outside and the type of installation should also be taken into account when choosing the right lamp.

Conditions in the driveway and garden are completely different. If it is warm and dry indoors, we can expect wetness and cold outdoors – depending on the season. This also means completely different challenges for the installed lamps. Challenges that you should take into account when selecting a light. However, if you consider the following five points, nothing will stand in the way of a successful lighting installation.

Rule 1 : Only install lamps made of rustproof material.

Exposure to moisture lurks everywhere outside, and not only in the rain or cold. Excessive humidity in the summer also takes its toll on the lamp body. It is therefore particularly important to use corrosion-resistant, i.e. rust-free material. Where the lamp is installed in the garden or terrace is irrelevant. Only use lamps made of stainless steel or aluminium, for example. You are also on the safe side with copper or brass and do not have to worry about complaints. Important: Screws or other composite material used should also meet these requirements.

Rule 2 : Look for lamps with a protection rating of at least IP44.

Water can damage the lamp not only from the outside. If moisture penetrates the inside of the lamp, it can not only cause a defect. It can also lead to life-threatening injuries – and not only for children playing nearby. That is why all lamps you install outdoors must have a protection rating of at least IP44. Then they will not be affected by splashing water, no matter which direction it comes from. Near a pond or pool, however, you should go straight for IP65. Outdoor Lights with this degree of protection are not even affected by water jets.

Rule 3 : Ensure a secure connection in the ground as well.

By choosing the right material and protection class, you are on the safe side, especially with regard to the appearance of the outdoor lamps. However, what is not immediately visible is almost more important: the right connection. Power cables and co. must also be protected from the weather. Moreover, not every cable is designed for installation in the ground. So make sure you use the right material here, too.

After all, it has the most important job: it supplies the installed lamps with the necessary electricity. It goes without saying that the connection of the lamps to the mains must also be watertight. This is the only way to protect yourself and your customers from short circuits and their undesirable side effects.

Recessed floor lamps pose special challenges in this respect. Very few like standing water. So never install them in depressions or recesses and make sure there is drainage below the recessed box. If the humidity is very high during installation, moisture can accumulate inside the lamp. It is therefore better to postpone the installation until the next dry day.

Rule 4 : Choose the right type of lamp for the different outdoor applications

We now know some basic characteristics that distinguish outdoor lights from their indoor counterparts. Now it’s time to put this knowledge to good use. In plain language, this means: choose the right outdoor lamps on the desired installation location. We are not only referring to the type of protection and material. The type of luminaire also plays a decisive role.

If the lamps are to be used as wayfinding systems, for example, the choice can be narrowed down to recessed ground spotlights, path luminaires and bollard lamps. Things become even more detailed when the recessed ground lights are installed in the driveway and thus have to withstand the weight of different vehicles. But wall lamps also serve a different purpose in the entrance area than perhaps on a terrace or balcony. So both functionality and appearance play essential roles here.

Take this into account in your planning and opt for sensor luminaires wherever there are pathways, for example.

Rule 5 : Create a unified lighting image with lamp designs that match the ambience

If different light installation locations also require different lamp types, this does not necessarily mean that you have to do without a uniform light and luminaire image. SLV product families and series are characterised by the fact that a uniform luminaire design is reflected in different luminaire types. In this way, you get ceiling, wall and free-standing luminaires with the same look, thus creating a uniform lighting image. Above all, this creates calm in the eye of the beholder and a pleasant atmosphere.

Whether you’re eating at home with family or friends, the lighting in the dining room is really important to create the right atmosphere. With designer lamps, you can personalize the room and ensure that the dining table is well lit at the same time. This turns your dining room into the perfect place for enjoyable hours.
General lighting: warm, inviting atmosphereThe general lighting in the dining room should illuminate the room evenly and create a pleasant basic brightness that is suitable for different occasions. A central pendant lamp or a ceiling light that distributes the light well around the room makes it cozy. The luminaires should emit warm, soft light that bathes the room in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Recessed lights or several ceiling lights are also great for general lighting. You can then arrange them in such a way that they illuminate the room evenly without dazzling. With dimmable lights, you can adjust the light intensity – from bright and lively for social gatherings to dimmed and intimate for a romantic dinner. The color temperature is also crucial here: warm white LEDs with a color temperature of around 2700K to 3000K are ideal for creating a cozy atmosphere that invites you to linger. Accent lighting: the dining table takes center stageThe dining table is the heart of the dining room and should therefore be given special emphasis. With the right accent lighting, the table is always well lit and there are no unpleasant shadows. Pendant lamps that hang directly above the table are a popular choice as they focus the light exactly where you need it.

The height of the pendant lamps above the dining table is really important: adjust them so that they illuminate the table evenly without obstructing the view or causing glare. Designer pendant lamps are available in many styles and materials, allowing you to set the scene for your dining table. Whether minimalist and modern or opulent and classic – the right light can significantly shape the character of the room. Another trend is to use several smaller pendant lamps instead of one large lamp. These can then be arranged at different heights and distances above the table. This creates a dynamic yet harmonious lighting effect. Stylish design and current trendsIn the dining room, it’s all about colors, materials and design when it comes to creating a stylish and inviting atmosphere. Warm, earthy colors such as terracotta, olive green and deep blue are currently in vogue. These colors look cozy and can be combined well with natural materials such as wood, linen and ceramics. Designer lamps in the dining room are increasingly using materials such as rattan, bamboo or woven paper. This creates an organic yet modern look. The natural materials have a calming effect and create a relaxed, understated elegance. Especially in combination with soft, diffuse light, they bathe the room in warm, pleasant light.

There are clear trends in design: Large, eye-catching pendant lamps are particularly popular. They not only set the dining table perfectly in scene, but are also the central design element in the room. It is often geometric shapes or sculptural designs that catch the eye. Frosted surfaces and clear, no-frills lines round off the design and fit perfectly into modern dining rooms that focus on a minimalist yet effective aesthetic. Conclusion: The lighting in the dining room should be a mixture of general and accent lighting. This creates a cozy atmosphere and puts the dining table in the spotlight. With designer lights, you can make the room not only beautiful but also practical. With the right lighting with a pendant lamp or a ceiling lamp, your dining room will become a place where family and friends enjoy gathering to eat and spend time together.

The Amisol project is about making a pendant luminaire that occupies a large physical space with a minimal physical volume, for easy orientation in the room. A translucent white film or metallised mirror membrane is stretched inside a circular aluminium profile. Like a solar sail, an incredibly powerful light source projects a beam of light onto the large, almost weightless disc, which either diffuses or reflects the light. Thin rods connect the two main elements. By changing the length and connection points of the two support wires, the rotation of the disc can be adjusted to any angle.

A light point for easy directional orientation in space. The fluid movement of the jointed arms and the 360° rotation of the head make it possible to adjust the direction of the beam. Poised on a sturdy, stable base, Berenice adapts to any situation with versatility and precision. The many different models respond to a wide range of functional needs.

Berenice comes with a high-efficiency LED that provides an extraordinary quantity of energy-saving light.

The design language of Daniel Rybakken returns to its reliance on the intrinsic power of basic geometric forms, turning this time to the symbol of harmony par excellence: the circle. An extension of Luceplan lamps and lights Compendium family, Circle is a lamp with a poetic nature and an essential design, whose lightness is sustained by LED technology, installed to permit direct emission when pointed downward, or diffused light when aimed upward. It is also possible to combine up to three rings of different diameters to give rise to different configurations and luminous scenarios of great visual impact.