Decorating Tip: Up-lighting

If you’ve got a dark corner in a room, or wish to draw attention to a particular object, one solution is up-lighting. A canister light placed on the floor behind a piece of furniture or a pedestal will cast a pleasing glow on the wall and serve to spotlight the details of the objects around and above it.

Up-lighting can be used to dramatic effect. Whether you’re highlighting a work of art of even a potted plant, an up-light is a subtle way to draw attention to a particular area. We should consider using more indirect lighting in rooms. Often, it’s a cost-efficient way to give warmth and interest to a space without the glare of bright lightbulbs.