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SHORTER days and darker nights call for a home glow-up and stylish lighting.
Luckily, B&Q’s new collection has something for every mood and budget, with lamps and pendants that tap into this season’s key style trends.
Try these great ideas. It’s time to shine!
Restyle any room this season by switching up lighting – from bang-on-trend metal pendants to super-cosy classic floor lamps
Inlight Tripp matt black desk lamp, £15; GoodHome Longclaw round matt black table lamp, £28; Inlight Flores black wire ceiling lamp shade, £28
WFH
When it’s deep into autumn, starting home working in the morning darkness and finishing after the sun has set can feel incredibly gloomy.
So why not change your lighting for an inspiring style update and a mood boost, all in one go?
Top picks include the Inlight Tripp desk lamp with its sleek and minimalist matt black finish, and the Inlight Flores ceiling light for its modern black wire frame.
On-trend industrial designs make a professional-looking backdrop to video calls with colleagues and clients – seek out metal styles, conical shapes and raw finishes.
Choose a folding chair that can be easily put away on evenings and weekends so your WFH space doesn’t encroach on home life – and again, dot around houseplants for a more soothing vibe.
Try painting the wall in front of your desk in an energising colour like burnt orange, which has been associated with higher productivity.
Boutique bedroom
The best bit about darker evenings? They’re a great excuse for early bedtimes with a boxset and lazy mornings under a duvet.
Get the illumination right and it makes all the difference – you don’t want to be blinded when you’re taking it easy.
Swap a harsh ceiling light for something gentler like the Harbour Studio Brannah shade with its delightful brass details and white pleated material that diffuses the brightness.
Or bring your light sources lower down for a more intimate effect: the Inlight Sobra table lamp’s crystals deliver a glitzy flourish and a flattering glow.
After all, your bedroom is the perfect place to dial up the boudoir glamour!
Reading corner
On a rainy day, what’s better than curling up with a bestseller and a cuppa?
It’s even cosier in a snug reading corner away from the sofa and TV.
Creating one of these is easily done – mark out your chosen area with an elegant floor lamp like the wooden Inlight Patos, with its beautiful turned spindle base and linen shade.
Natural materials, organic shapes and neutral colours will make the space restful and relaxing, and be sure to dial down the brightness level to a warm glimmer – yet still strong enough for easy reading.
Complete the scene with an accent chair that makes a style statement and – for practicality as much as prettiness – open shelving for paperbacks and plants.
Gap under the stairs? This could make a very handy nook for getting stuck into a book.
Built-in bench seating will do the trick, with cushions and throws to make the space more comfortable and a gorgeous table lamp like the GoodHome Longclaw (pictured top) lighting it all up.
Whatever corner you choose for your reading area, zoning the walls with a rich shade of paint will provide a spot-on finishing touch.
GLEAM TEAM
There’s an option that’s just right for your space and taste
Inlight Peiros Table Lamp, pair £18 Natural, earthy tones are all the rage this season – and this pair of table lamps with rattan bases woven into a modern round shape are right on trend. Place on either side of a sofa for some lovely symmetry.
Harbour Studio York Shade, £24 Hung above a landing or clustered over a kitchen island, the geometric York pendant brings an industrial edge to your interior. It’s spot on for shining a light on everyday tasks like preparing dinner.
Inlight Pangas Artichoke
Table Lamp, £38
Looking for a classic design? You won’t go wrong with this tasty-looking lamp in white gloss finish. Try bookending a console table in your living room or hallway with a pair of them.
Discover more in store, via the app or at diy.com
Harbour Studio Brannah light shade, £34; Inlight Sobra table lamps, £44 each
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Inlight Patos matt natural wood-effect LED floor lamp, £140; GoodHome Longclaw round matt natural table lamp, £28