Spring 2018 Lighting Trends

So many trends change in home and office design that it can be difficult to keep track of them all. That’s why Spectrum Stone Designs, Central Virginia’s leading natural stone fabricator, works hard to keep you in the know about home and office design trends. Just like colors, fabrics and other styles change from year to year, so do trends in lighting. Spectrum Stone Designs shares what you need to know about Spring 2018 lighting trends.

1. Party with Pendants: According to Vogue, good lighting will remain key to ensuring a space is warm and inviting, but pendants may take over for chandeliers. While pendants are great additions to kitchen islands, they may become focal points in dining rooms in place of chandeliers.
2. Brass is back: Pouted.com, an online lifestyle magazine, explains that while brass was big a few years ago, it is making a comeback in 2018. Try brass light fixtures to freshen up your decor.
3. Soft gold glows: Another popular color for lighting is soft gold. With the soft matte finish of brushed silver and brushed gold, soft gold works well with grey.
4. Run with the retro and industrial: Retro and industrial styles are making a comeback with more of a sleek finish. Look for finer details on retro and industrial style lights that appear more like artwork than lighting.
5. Go with glass: If you like antique style, try a glass light fixture or an Edison bulb. You can even purchase LED versions of these lights. Popular retailers like Pottery Barn, West Elm, and Ballard Designs offer a variety of glass chandeliers and pendant lights.
6. Back to school: Although they no longer provide lighting for students, school house lights are making a comeback. The glass orbs give your home or office a retro feel. Try purchasing one with a painted pole for even more style or read this article by This Old House dedicated to schoolhouse lights.

Need help finding the perfect lighting fixtures to match your new natural stone countertops? Contact Spectrum Stone Designs today.