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10/06/2020
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Outdoor Lights: The Ultimate Guide To Illuminating Your Garden

Outdoor gardens are now seen as an extension of indoor living space, with help from modern exterior lighting, outdoor enjoyment doesn’t have to end when the sun goes in. Outdoor lighting has transformed the way we use our gardens, with both functional and attractive lighting available.  Thoughtfully placed lighting can provide ambiance, create a mood, draw attention away from problem spots while highlighting special garden features. Choosing outdoor lights can be overwhelming, especially when it’s new territory for you. Here at Dusk Lighting,  we’ve put together a guide exploring the... Read More

11/05/2020
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How To Light Pictures & Wall Art

Artwork is what showcases the personality of the homeowner and their space. It has a wonderful way of tying all of your interior elements together, whether it’s a focal point or an additional decorative element, it injects some well-needed character onto bare walls. While the pictures and wall art you choose is truly personal to you, the tips on how to light these beautiful pieces are completely universal. Lighting for artwork requires a little more thought and extra attention to detail than simply putting a downlight near it. Here at... Read More

24/01/2020
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New Year, New Kitchen

The start of a brand new year can often bring thoughts of change, and if a new kitchen is on your to-do list for 2021,  then you’re starting in the right place. Here at Dusk Lighting, we are at hand to take you through everything you need to know about creating an illuminated kitchen environment that is completely on-trend. If you’re remodelling, you should ideally start thinking about your kitchen lighting right at the beginning of the planning stage. By taking kitchen lighting into consideration at this stage of the... Read More

16/12/2019
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Kitchen Lighting Trends

The kitchen is the soul of the house, whether you’re cooking for the family, enjoying a glass of wine with friends, or simply relaxing at the end of the day, the kitchen is at the centre of your family’s day to day living. It’s the place of family breakfast mayhem, meal preparation, completing homework and socialising, therefore it is essential that you get your kitchen light layering right in order to make the most of your space.  A practical, yet aesthetically pleasing kitchen has the ability to pull your family... Read More

07/11/2019
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The Best Dark Hallway Lighting Ideas: How to Brighten your Hallway in 2022

Though most hallways are small and compact, the responsibility that they hold is mighty. As well as being a functional space in which shoes, coats and bags are removed, they are also the first place to greet us as we return home from work, and they set the tone for the rest of our interior; so it’s vital that this area is well lit and styled to give the right first impression. Of course, most hallways are narrow passages with little light and inadequate room, so it can be tempting... Read More

12/09/2019
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How To Brighten Your Kitchen With Breakfast Bar Lighting

The kitchen is at the heart of a home, whether you’re entertaining guests, catching up with friends, or simply relaxing with your family, the right lighting can make all the difference in creating the desired ambience. The growing popularity of open plan living, kitchen islands, and breakfast bars have transformed the way we use our kitchens. They are now on a much more multi-functional level and our lighting plans must evolve too. Let us take you through ways to uplift your kitchen space, compensate for lack of natural light and... Read More

20/06/2019
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Our Top 11 Most Popular Breakfast Bar Lights

Photo by Naomi Hébert on Unsplash Breakfast bars make a wonderful addition to any kitchen and have become increasingly popular in recent years. A functional and unique alternative to a traditional table, breakfast bars come in a range of styles, from kitchen islands to unit extensions. The finishing touch to creating a functional and stylish dining area is the right kind of breakfast bar lighting. Whether you’re looking for something that is going to light up your entire space, or a more relaxing, subdued lighting, there’s something out there for... Read More

Best British Lighting Designers 23/05/2019

Our Best British Lighting Designers

Here at Dusk Lighting, we have so many fantastic lighting designers to choose from that it can be difficult to know where to start. With some of our best lighting designers hailing from all corners of the globe from Scandinavia to Europe and more, we wanted to turn the spotlight back to some of the best British lighting designers that we have to offer. Each of our British lighting designers has a story that begins right here in the UK, and we wanted to take a moment to celebrate the... Read More

Pop Art Interiors 21/02/2019
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Introducing The Pop Art Home Decor Trend

Move over boho chic, there’s a new interior design trend in town and it’s got bags of unique style. Pop Art might have reached its peak in the art world of the 60s, but the Pop Art interior design trend is the hottest new look for home interiors right now in 2019 – and we at Dusk Lighting have the perfect way for you to invite this bold pop culture influence into your home. But first, let’s take a closer look at exactly what Pop Art is, how it came... Read More

Scandi Home Trends 14/02/2019
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Know Your Scandi Home Trends

Hygge, Lagom and Umage – oh my! It seems like the Scandi home trend is far from slowing down, instead, we’re getting even more Scandi home designs to try out this year. Following the popularity of Hygge, Lagom emerged with a brand new minimalist style, and now Umage is taking centre stage on the Scandi design scene with its hard working and practical approach. Whether you’re a Scandi design pro or a total beginner, we want to talk you through exactly how your home lighting can help you achieve some... Read More