Lighting makes a huge difference in every room it’s in. The design and style of any space will rely on lighting.

Design trends change often with architecture and interior design alike. However, there are several styles that are considered classic because they’ve stood the test of time.

To that end, some of the most known, popular lighting styles of today include:

• Art Deco
• Contemporary
• Mid-Century Modern
• Modern
• Traditional
• Transitional

Some designs go after lighting as the very centerpiece of it. Other styles, on the other hand, need lighting that’s more subtle or subdued. Let’s explore some of the aforementioned popular styles that are often used in hotels:

ART DECO LIGHTING

This design style is wildly popular and incredibly beloved. Art Deco began in the 1920s, making itself a staple in both American and European culture all the way through the 1930s.

Characteristics of this style are often attributed to being ‘Gatsby-esque’: excessive, ornate, at times even downright flashy. Lines involve a lot of geometrics, symmetry, and sleekness. Colors lie in jewel tones and opulence: shimmering gold and deep reds. Various materials and textures play a key role in this too.

Art Deco is often used in hotel lobbies in particular. This usually manifests by way of a chandelier that’s formidable in size and very much embellished. Rooms get Art Deco treatment, too: wall sconces and torchieres alike. Even lamps with shades can get a touch of this style through tassels and fringe, as well as non-traditional shapes.

MID-CENTURY MODERN LIGHTING

During the mid-1930s to the mid-1960s, there was an artistic movement that gave birth to the mid-century modern (MCM) style. However, certain sectors prefer to attribute it to the post-war era that was around 10 years in the late ’40s to early ’50s (1947 to 1957). The designers during that time were apparently inspired by what they thought the future’s styles would look like.

Nature integration plays a crucial role in this overall style because it’s often used in rooms that have large glass windows. Characteristics of this style include design that’s very simple, clean, and functional. Lines are geometric or angled. Natural wood colors, orange, olive, and mustard shades are all integrated here.

If you want to add a retro flair to your interiors, go for an MCM-inspired lighting design. This type of lighting definitely acts as a focal point more than anything. Rooms and common areas alike benefit greatly from this.

MODERN LIGHTING

If your hotel’s interiors are more on the minimalist and straightforward side, make sure to match it with modern lighting. Key characteristics of modern lighting are organic geometric shapes, wood materials, and neutral hues. Modern design is influenced by Scandinavian and German aesthetics.

Modern lighting focuses more on function rather than aesthetics—think lighting fixtures and task lamps that are free from ornate features, but serve the purpose of illuminating the space. However, don’t mistake modern lighting as a mere practical piece. Yes, they do serve a specific function, but they can be decorative too, depending on their color, placement, and how they mesh with room and lobby decor.

CONCLUSION

Lighting can make a huge difference in any space, particularly so for hotels. Some of the most popular lighting styles include Art Deco, Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Modern, Traditional, and more. Art Deco is usually found in lobbies by way of oversized chandeliers, Mid-Century Modern hotel lighting is an elevated retro flair, and Modern lighting draws inspiration from minimalism and practicality.

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