How to arrange lighting in the corridor. A narrow corridor in the apartment. Designer Tips

It's no secret that the design of the corridor is often paid much less attention and time than required by this complex room. The difficulty of its design is that this room is not designed for a long stay in it, so the owners are not confused by the small size and dim lighting of the corridor.

But we should not forget that the corridor in the apartment is the first room from which the guests' acquaintance with your home begins, and, as a rule, it gives the first impression of it. Today we will not give recommendations on the design of the hallway. The purpose of our article is to find out what kind of lighting should be in the corridor of the apartment. You will learn about some secrets that will help to turn even the smallest room into a more spacious and comfortable one.

Features of corridor lighting

Think about the lighting in the corridor before the beginning of construction and finishing works. In this case, you can correctly place the necessary switches and sockets, as well as wiring to the luminaires.

How much lighting do you need for the corridor?

To choose the right option for your premises from the huge assortment presented today in the trade network, it is necessary to take into account the configuration of the corridor and its dimensions. Even a long and narrow corridor can be organized and arranged no worse than a spacious hallway.

In recent years, it has become very popular point lighting on the ceiling. With a uniform distribution of such light sources, even a narrow corridor will become beautiful and cozy. In addition, they will help significantly save money when paying bills for electricity.

Lighting in the corridor should not be limited to a ceiling chandelier. To the interior of the room looked natural, it is advisable to combine at least two types of light sources. For example, along with a spotlight ceiling, in this room will be appropriate sconces, which can focus on the entrance area or the shelf for the keys.

A corridor in an apartment of a larger area can be completed with a floor lamp. He will light up the table for newspapers. Even the smallest hallway can not do without a mirror. This necessary element of the interior will serve to properly illuminate a narrow corridor. If a light is placed near it and a ray of light is directed to the mirror surface, you can get a visual increase in the area due to reflection in the mirror.

How to choose a lamp?

It is important to choose high-quality fixtures. Wall, floor and ceiling light sources can approach the corridor. For a spacious hallway, their choice is huge. But what should they be in a small, irregular or narrow room?

All light sources are divided into general and local. Both are aimed at hiding the shortcomings of the premises. Lamps in the corridor are chosen in accordance with the dimensions of the room. Artificial lighting in the corridor is especially important due to the fact that, as a rule, especially in old buildings, the corridors are very dark, they rarely get (or do not get at all) natural light. There are no windows, so the only way to create a modern and cozy room is to choose the right lighting equipment.

These include:

• Floor lamps and sconces;
• Chandeliers;
• Wall lights;
• Spotlights;
• Spots;
• LED lights.

Original solutions

1. Unfortunately, hallways in old houses often differ not only in a tiny area, but also in very low ceilings. In order to create lighting in the corridor, for example in Khrushchev, you can use a light fitting close to the ceiling.
2. The cornice along the perimeter of the corridor, in which the LED tape is hidden, looks like an original.
3. For the wardrobes, spotlights are suitable. These are small halogen lamps, which are available in different shapes. Putting in the cabinets of spots, you greatly simplify the search for the necessary things.
4. Very impressive looks in the hallway lighting the skirting board.

How to illuminate the mirror?

The upper part of the corridor is easy to highlight with the help of a properly installed mirror. But you can achieve the necessary effect only if the surface of the mirror is at an altitude not exceeding the height of a person.

On the wall at the mirror you can install lamps or fix suitable devices on the mirror surface itself - this simple reception will reflect the light rays, which visually increase the room.

In the hallway, a mirror (preferably at full height) is necessary, but the light rays reflected by its surface must be perceived comfortably. Therefore, it is advisable to fix the fixtures in the upper part of the frame.

Lamps that are selected for lighting mirrors, should be functional and practical. Optimum option are lamps with a simple shape, which allows you to gently scatter light.

Quite often a mirror in the hallway is located on the door of the cabinet. In this case, the built-in light structures or rotary lamps on the cornice are suitable. Convenient and light sources with flexible movable brackets. It should not be forgotten that the lighting of the mirror only complements the main source of light.

Illumination in the hallway: tips of designers

• Creating lighting in the apartment (especially small), you need to remember that its brightness should be the same in all rooms. If you prefer a well-lit room, then the hallway should not be an exception.
• In a too narrow corridor, you should abandon massive chandeliers and lamps. Far from always classical lighting options give the desired result. Whichever lighting you choose in the corridor, it should promote a visual increase in space.
• Wishing to focus on a certain element of design, it is better to use vertical lighting fixtures. They effectively emphasize the necessary elements of the interior, create a sense of space, lift the ceiling.

Wall lights

For those who are annoyed by too bright light, a lamp in the corridor wall is suitable. It will perfectly emphasize the individual elements of the interior: a picture, shelves, a mirror, a table for correspondence. Most experts believe that the hall is most suitable for such lamps. They equally well illuminate both high and low rooms.

When choosing such a lighting device, you need to know that the closer the lamp is to the wall, the more thorough the surface finish should be. The matter is that lateral illumination visually will lift the invoice, and as a result the slightest defects will appear.

A more elegant and small corridor is made with picturesque and graphic miniatures with illumination hanging at identical intervals. In this case, it is important, as in the case of a mirror, to choose the correct level of their location, so that they do not gleam in your eyes.

Lighting zones

A narrow and long room should be divided into several light zones. For example, the entrance door can be illuminated by an LED strip, in the center the lighting in the corridor can be point-like, and for the far wall the sconce is suitable. This combination of different light sources will help to avoid the impression of a long tunnel. In addition, the installation of several lighting devices in the hallway, allows you to include only part of the system.

Accordingly, the switches must be installed in different parts of the corridor. In the hallway, the light should not be too bright. The rheostat switch will help you control its brightness. For even more convenience, you can put the automation - then you do not have to constantly approach the switch. We went into the room - the light came on, we left - after forty seconds the lights went out.

When creating lighting in the corridor, use incandescent or halogen lamps - they are most natural and pleasant for perception, and matte plafones give the interior softness and comfort.