Of all the rooms in the house the kitchen lighting scheme needs the most consideration. It needs to allow fresh daylight for summer breakfasts, but in winter months feel cosy and warm with some gentle illumination. Cleaning and chores demand brighter task lighting so you can see your jobs clearly.
Plan your scheme by ‘layering’ light. Start with daylight; look at kitchen window blinds that can filter full sun or roller blinds with an anti-static treatment which make them moisture and dirt repellent - perfect for steamy kitchens.
Alternatively metal or faux wood venetian blinds are easy to clean and very stylish. Look for something that doesn’t take up too much room so you can still have space to grow herbs for cooking on your window ledges.
For evening and task lighting consider spots on dimmers; they can be adapted to be bright when needed or create mood for a romantic supper. Make sure they create a focus around your feature, be it the hob or island unit. And if you do have a kitchen that has space for a separate dining area, try a lamp or two at table level for some grown up glamour. You’ll never need to go out to a restaurant again.
For more inspiration visit our kitchen blind ideas page.