Illuminate your home: Expert tips for perfect lighting choices!

Transform your home with the perfect lighting! In this comprehensive guide, discover essential tips for selecting the right illumination for every room. From cozy reading nooks to efficient home offices, lighting sets the mood and enhances functionality. Explore stunning pieces from Gubi Lighting to inspire your choices, ensuring every space is both beautiful and practical. Illuminate your home with warmth and creativity, turning dull areas into inviting retreats. Let’s light up your life, one room at a time!

Rhiannon Hills | March 1, 2025

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How to Choose Lighting for Every Room: A Guide to Perfect Illumination with Gubi Lighting

Lighting is one of the most crucial elements in creating a home that is not only functional but also beautiful. It influences everything from the ambiance and mood of a room to the practicality and comfort of everyday tasks. The right lighting can turn a space from dull and uninviting to warm, welcoming, and even inspiring. Whether you are designing a cozy reading nook, a productive home office, or a well-lit kitchen, choosing the right lighting is essential. In this guide, we will explore practical tips to help you select the perfect lighting for every room, ensuring that each space is both beautiful and functional—while showcasing stunning pieces from Gubi Lighting for inspiration.

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"Choosing the right lighting for each room is about understanding its purpose and mood – whether it’s the soft glow for relaxation, focused brightness for productivity, or accent lighting to highlight your favorite features, the perfect light transforms a space into a harmonious experience."

lighting designed by Gubi for Mathieu Mategot

1. Satellite Wall Lamp

This chic lamp adds instant character and dynamic lighting to your home. It is ideal in a living or dining room, hallway, or restaurant. The Satellite Wall Lamp was first introduced in 1953. The designer Mategot created the Rigitulle technique, thats used to construct the folded geometric oblong pendant shape out of perforated metal.

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Hungarian designer and architect Mathieu Matégot was credited to be one of the most renowned French designers of the 1950s. He settled in France after graduating at Budapest’s School of Art and Architecture. He returned from his volunteering in the French army in 1944 and begun to produce handcrafted furniture in Paris.

Matégot utilized many organic forms and had an incredibly light touch in his designs to portray a feeling of delight. He was the first to combine metal tubing with perforated sheet metal, a patented technique called ritigulle. These revolutionary and innovative techniques he used in his designs resulted in a body of work that continues to inspire many modern designers to this day.

Many of his furniture pieces for Gubi such as the iconic Copacabana Lounge chair, Mategot coffee table and the Mategot Demon black metal stringer showcases his unique metal techniques and are characterized for their contemporary industrial style.

table lamp designed by Gubi for Space Copenhagen

2. Gravity Table Lamp

The Gravity Table Lamp is a luxurious Gubi design that is both subtle and strong in design. While it has a simple construction, a closer look will reveal intricate details that allow the lamp to stand out from the crowd.

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Signe Bindslev Henriksen and Peter Bundgaard Rützou form the Danish design duo known as Space Copenhagen. This studio has been widely known to push design boundaries but still manages to pour in personal vision into their genuine designs. Space Copenhagen’s design portfolio range from interior design, furniture, everyday-use refined objects, art installations and art direction.

Many of their furniture design work have been for clients in the hospitality and luxury retail sector – a field the studio is strongly known for. Space Copenhagen has done interior design for some of the world’s most influential restaurants such as Nordic pioneer restaurant NOMA, Geranium, owned by Bóchuse D’or winner Rasmus Kofoed and newcomer Geist, run by Michelin star chef Bo Bech.

Some of their furniture designs carried by Danish Design Co here in Singapore are manufactured by designer brands Gubi and Fredericia.

lighting designed by Gubi for Greta M. Grossman

3. Grashoppa Floor Lamp

The Grashoppa Floor Lamp has to be the most iconic lighting design in Gubis immense collection. With its unique silhouette and colour variations, the Grasshoppa Floor Lamp will likely retain its popularity for decades to come.

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Greta Grossman (1906 – 1999) only really gained prominence as a designer when Gubi discovered and reproduced her designs. With a career spanning over a forty year period, she was an important designer that influenced many to follow her footsteps in a time period where female designers were few. Grossman drew inspiration from European Modernism and played a key role in defining the aesthetic of mid-Century Californian Modernism.

The most iconic furniture pieces she designed for Gubi would be the Grasshopper floor lamp and the Cobra floor and table lamps. Many of these won design awards and her work was frequently displayed in Sweden museums.

Consider the Functionality of the Room

Before you dive into selecting light fixtures, it’s crucial to consider the function of each room. Every space in your home serves a unique purpose, and the lighting should align with that. A living room, for example, might require ambient lighting for social gatherings and relaxation, while a kitchen needs task lighting that provides bright, focused illumination for cooking. In the home office, task lighting is paramount to reduce eye strain and increase productivity, while the bedroom calls for soft, ambient lighting that creates a calming, restful environment at the end of a long day. Understanding how each room will be used helps you decide what type of lighting to choose. It also ensures that your lighting enhances the experience and functionality of each space, making it both comfortable and efficient.

Layer Lighting for Depth and Versatility

Good lighting design uses a combination of three key elements: ambient lighting, task lighting, and accent lighting. This layering effect ensures that every room is lit to perfection, offering both practicality and aesthetic appeal. For instance, in the living room, you might combine overhead lights (ambient) with table lamps or floor lamps (task), and use accent lighting to highlight artwork or architectural details. In the dining room, a chandelier or pendant light can serve as the centerpiece, while task lighting under cabinets or over counters can add functionality. When layering lighting, think about Gubi Lighting for your needs. Gubi’s Bestlite BL9 Pendant and Gubi’s Semi Pendant are fantastic examples of stylish, functional lighting that combines both ambient and task lighting qualities. Their modern design is perfect for Singaporean homes, where minimalism meets elegance in every corner.

Understand the Importance of Bulbs and Color Temperature

When choosing lighting, the type of bulb and its color temperature can have a significant impact on the mood and feel of the space. Warm white bulbs (2700K-3000K) are ideal for creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. Cool white bulbs (4000K-5000K) are better suited for work areas, kitchens, or home offices, where clarity and focus are needed. At Gubi, lighting options like the Gubi Multi-Lite Pendant use high-quality bulbs that offer both warmth and functionality, making them a perfect addition to any room, whether it’s a cozy living room or a sophisticated dining area. Make sure to choose bulbs that match the color temperature to the purpose of the room, creating the ideal lighting experience every time.

Choose Fixtures that Complement the Style of Each Room

The style and design of the light fixtures themselves are just as important as the functionality of the lighting. Choosing the right light fixture can elevate the design of a room, complement the overall décor, and add an extra layer of sophistication. In the dining room, an oversized chandelier like the Gubi Ronde Pendant can make a bold statement and serve as the focal point of the room. For the kitchen, pendant lights over the island or countertops provide focused illumination, while fixtures like the Gubi Semi Pendant offer sleek, contemporary elegance. In the living room and bedroom, consider the soft glow of a wall sconce or table lamps, such as the Gubi Table Lamp, which add warmth and sophistication to the space. Gubi Lighting offers fixtures that are not only functional but are also pieces of art, designed to blend seamlessly with any modern interior, whether you're in an urban apartment in Singapore or a spacious home.

Think About Lighting for Specific Activities

Lighting needs can also vary based on specific activities that take place in a room. For example, in a home office, task lighting is essential for focused work. In contrast, the bedroom may require a mix of soft lighting and task lighting, especially near the bed. A Gubi Ronde Table Lamp can serve as a bedside light, providing gentle illumination for reading or relaxation. In bathrooms, it’s important to balance bright lighting for grooming with softer, mood-setting lights for a soothing bath.

Embrace Statement Lighting Pieces

2025 is all about bold statement lighting. Don’t be afraid to make a statement with oversized fixtures or sculptural designs that serve as both functional lighting and artistic focal points. Gubi Lighting offers several pieces that achieve this perfect balance, such as the stunning Gubi Petal floor lamp. Its organic, sculptural shape adds a touch of elegance to any room while providing ample lighting. In Singapore, where modern, minimalistic design is highly appreciated, these statement pieces are perfect for creating a lasting impression in your home. The combination of artistry and function makes these fixtures a worthwhile investment that elevates your space.

Conclusion

Selecting the perfect lighting for every room in your home is an essential part of creating a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. By understanding the room’s purpose, layering lighting, selecting the right bulbs, and choosing stylish fixtures, you can elevate any room. Gubi Lighting offers an impressive collection of timeless, elegant pieces that meet the demands of modern living while adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to any space. For homeowners in Singapore looking to transform their interiors with high-quality lighting, Gubi Lighting provides the perfect combination of form and function, ensuring that your home is illuminated beautifully, no matter the room.

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