by David Carlsen Jones
Hello there and welcome back, I’m David Carlsen Jones, Lighting Specification Sales with TLA. This is Part 2 of a 2-Part Series covering Architectural and Interior Lighting.
In today’s post, I’ve put together a collection of my top INTERIOR LIGHTING TRENDS FOR 2021:
- Fabrics
- Woods
- Brass
- Black and White
- Mixed Materials
- Indoors Meets Out
And for anyone just joining us, be sure to read Part I – Architectural Lighting Trends – here.
TREND 1: Fabrics
The use of fabrics as decorative lighting fixtures in an interior space continues to gain strength and appeal with specifiers. A designer’s opportunity to add a splash of texture to a space that creates a real statement piece.
Key Manufacturers & Products
RBW – MORI
KREON – BELUX CLOUD
SANTA & COLE – TEKIO
ZANEEN – LILY
TREND 2: Woods
Evoking organic forms direct from nature with wood pendants, sconces, task lamps, and floor lamps are nothing short of a classic design statement conjuring up ideals of post-modern, Scandinavian industrial design. Ah, my heritage!
Key Manufacturers & Products
ACCORD – HANDCRAFTED WOODEN LUMINARIES
ZANEEN – TUNTO COLLETION
TREND 3: BRASS
Who would have thought that brass reentering the design industry more than a decade ago would still be something we’d be talking about and applying in our project designs today? Brass is not just back, but it is here to stay. Unique finishes coupled with innovative forms has helped this classic metal become a real go-to and mainstay, especially in the hospitality market.
Key Manufacturers & Products
FLOS – LUKAS LIGHTING
CERNO – ICO
LINDSLEY – REED
SANTA & COLE – M64
TREND 4: Black and White
There’s no stronger contrast nor bigger design statement than combining black structural forms with white luminous shapes. A unique interplay of balance and harmony; Yin and Yang. The majority of these unique fixture designs offer endless opportunity from a design and layout standpoint. Coupled with warm undertone finishes within a space, it’s a great opportunity to create a real showcase.
Key Manufacturers & Products
ARTEMIDE – NH CHANDELIER
ESTILUZ – CIRC
BETA-CALCO – SOFT SQ
TREND 5: Mixed Materials
One of the newest design trends in decorative lighting for interior spaces is the use of multiple materials within single fixtures. Combining metals with natural materials is an eclectic approach which has a lot opportunity. The addition of wood, leather, cork, and other unique materials are nothing short of brilliant!
Key Manufacturers & Products
BASELITE – WOOD HANDLE COLLECTION
CERNO – PENNA
EL TORRENT – CLOCHE
ZANEEN – STIRRUP
TREND 6: Indoors Meets Out
A positive to this past year has been the focus on creating interior spaces, but outdoors. There isn’t a better way to create this feel than with decorative pendants built and designed just for that. Rattan and basket weave lighting are the guiding light finishes of choice.
Key Manufacturers & Products
ARTEMIDE – TOLOMEO MEGA OUTDOOR
EL TORRENT – CUCA
ZANEEN – RALPH
Thanks so much for joining me for Part 2 of the Two-Part series, and if you haven’t already, be sure to click here to read Part I, where I cover my top picks for Architectural Lighting Trends.
If you would like more information about any of the manufacturers or products featured here, please email me.