Linen lamp umbrellas have a moment and I’m all for it. We saw all linen lighting in more traditional interiors. After all, they are a classic. Depending on the fabric, style and shape, you can also give modern houses a nice note. There is currently a big trend for texture and warmth indoors, and we see much more soft fabrics, especially in light design. Rattan, linen and wool are all gained in popularity, which is a great news for everyone who wants to make his autumn decor more comfortable. I even noticed this in my recently carried out hotel stay in Helsinki, where they had table and ceiling lights with a beautiful wave stail. Exactly the type of soft scandi minimalism that I just love.
Now let’s take a closer look at some of my favorite lamps.
Waves, wrinkles and rib edges
Fjord and Fuji table lamp
Organic forms inspired by nature are currently in demand. These silhouettes offer an urgently needed feeling of calm and comfort in our busy life. I love the pleated, curled and wavy lamp shadow designs that seem to be at the moment. These irregular designs complement both modern and old furniture and give interest and flair to the interior committees. I love the natural feeling of this wooden floor lamp with the wave shadow. The contrasting colors and textures give minimalist interiors warmth and sophistication. And let’s be honest, there is no better way to shed light on your room than with a light, the beautiful, wavy pattern throws on the walls.
Mix traditionally and contemporary
Jim Lawrence Lighting chandelier
As you know, I love to mix in our traditional house from the 1920s. It is an outdated way of thinking that you have to stick to a certain decoration style. A collective mix makes the result much more interesting and quirky. For example, I paired these traditional chandeliers with candles with a contemporary sofa and decor. I love the simple design that perfectly complements the original wooden beams and creates a period of time.
Linen wave trailer light from fjord and fuji
This linen shaft light is a striking heart made from hand -shot natural linen and radiates a golden warmth that makes every corner of its room soft. The rustic lamp design looks like this ideal in an older house, and the robust texture of the walls and radiates creates an atmosphere of the reserved elegance-the perfect mix of rustic charm and refined minimalism.
Neutral vs. color
The Royal Crescent Hotel
Although I usually prefer neutral colors for lamp tones, a splash of color can also work wonders for both traditional and contemporary interiors. In order to complement the existing color scheme here, I would choose deep, earthy colors and avoid lampshades with too many patterns, since the wrinkle lamps deliver a lot of texture so that the fabric is the focus. However, if you prefer a colorful, more versatile look, a busy pattern may be the right choice. Choose whatever she makes happy!
Mix the linen with earthy textures
MATTERS London exhibition
I love combining contrasting materials when decorating, and the same principle applies to lighting. By combining a natural cork lamp base with a fabric tone, the texture of the cork can shine through. Similarly, I would combine them with a fairly simple lamp base if they have a bright lampshade with ruffled linen. In this way, the two elements will not compete for attention, and the overall marriage will be more balanced. Holding on a neutral color palette also helps.
Custom lighting
GIPS lamp with handicrafts with a custom lamp shadow
One of my favorite supporters ever is this plaster that I discovered in the Royal Crescent years ago. The person who designed this room was far ahead of their time. That’s why I get inspired by the luxury hotel design – these rooms must be extremely functional and take for years. The structured plaster combined with the linen shadow gives this lighting substance an elegant and soft appearance that fits seamlessly with the interior. It is a perfect example of how an industrial trailer light can be converted into a completely different product by adding a custom lamp shadow.
What do you think of the new trend for linen lighting? Would you consider using wavy lamp tones for your next decoration project?
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