Natural Style Lighting 101

A major emerging trend in lighting design is natural or organic style lighting: that is, lighting that is light and earthy in feel and that might even be made from organic materials. With today's heavy focus on green living and the prominence of more casual, contemporary design, it's easy to see why natural style lighting is gaining popularity.

While natural/organic lighting is somewhat loosely defined, it usually contains one or more of the following characteristics:

• Use of earth tones or neutral colors
• Art Nouveau influence (that is, floral or natural designs), though often it's less ornate and more streamlined
• Use of natural-tone fabrics like rattan or linen
• A rugged and "unfinished" look
• Use of recycled, reclaimed or sustainable materials like shells, rope, wood, glass and so on

Natural and organic style lighting is so popular that some companies, like Varaluz, use only recycled and reclaimed materials in their designs.

Here are some tips on using natural or organic lighting:

• Make the most of the sunlight in your home and then use natural style lighting as a supplement.
• Use a natural style drum pendant over your breakfast area for a modern and casual look.
• Complement your natural style lighting with flowing curtains. Linen works particularly well and helps maximize the natural light.

Great brands for natural style lighting include Varaluz, Quoizel and Elk Lighting.

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Emma Harger-Young - LightsOnline.com