10 Creative Ways to Light a Room in Philadelphia

If you’re looking to sell your home fast, ensure that the lighting elements in your property are up-to-date.

As such, we devised 10 inventive ways to light a room in Philadelphia.

1. Use Neon Lights in the Bedroom

Although not our top choice, neon lights seem to work well for some people. Some couples bring their children to open houses, and a lot of teenagers resonated with the neon lights in the bedrooms. Jon noticed this at several showings, and it has been a consistent part of most of our current open houses.

2. Lighten Up the Kitchen With Pendant Lights

Lights are crucial in the kitchen. A widely used light for kitchens is pendant lights, especially over the kitchen island or countertops. This creates an ambient effect. While undertaking a full renovation, adding functional lighting also increases the value.

Stefan, our lighting consultant, advised us on pendant lights for a house flip. “Pendant lights are the heavy-hitters in lighting design for kitchens. They are sleek, modern, and do the job so well that you won’t need to replace them at all.”

3. Add LED Strip Lights to a Living Room

LED strips are a great way to spruce up the living room. They create subtle lighting that’s perfect for a warm atmosphere.

Jon installed LED strips in his living room near the fireplace. I cannot express how soothing the ambience of that room has become.

4. Liven Up a Dresser With a Mirror Light

Another creative way to add lights is a mirror light on the dresser. Mirror lights offer a minimalist design that frees up space on the ceiling and the walls.

My wife came across a video where LED lights around the mirror made a massive difference. We tried the same technique with a few tweaks, and our dressing room now looks like a fashion runway.

5. Add a Modern Chandelier

HomeServe suggests that “chandeliers add value to a property if made from expensive materials.” Chandeliers are now more popular in dining rooms and hallways. We installed a chandelier in the hallway at my place, and it has transformed the entire aesthetic.

6. Add a Moon Lamp

Moon lamps are not for everyone. These lights are subtle and small, making them a perfect addition to any nightstand or living space.

In our opinion, moon lamps may not be the best choice. We have recommended these to clients over the years, and sometimes they are a hit and sometimes a miss. Moon lamps are more of a personal choice than a stylish way to light a room.

7. Streamline Your Bedroom With Wall Lights

Wall lights are useful for the bedroom in a more logical manner. They save nightstand space and provide focused lighting for reading.

8. Add Color With Smart Lighting

Smart lighting is now more popular than ever. Jon installed this with a colorful integrated system in his home. This system allows him to set the tone of the spaces. His wife claims that this is the best thing he has spent his money on.

9. Illuminate Shelves

Another creative way to light a room is to illuminate the shelves by placing appropriate lights around, within, or behind them. It helps brighten the shelves and can also add aesthetics to the space.

My colleague Doreen has used stick-on sensor lights under her bookshelves to create a warm and vibrant atmosphere. She says, “The subtlety of the lights is comforting to me.”

10. Go For a Floor Lamp

Floor lamps are my favorite. They come in versatile styles and can be added to any room. I have one in my study and another in the living room.

Summary

Off The Mrkt recommends that “natural light can boost the resale value and add 20% to a lease value.” And I couldn’t emphasize the power of lighting any more.

We also implemented lighting design for our open houses, and it has generated a successful metric. Prospective buyers take in the ambience, and that is crucial if you want to sell your home.