10 bedroom lighting design ideas to transform your bedroom

Introduction

The bedroom is one of the most important havens in our homes. In no other room will we spend as much time as the bedroom, so it’s important to get the mood just right. Here at Gantri, we’re dedicated to providing original luxury lighting designs to help match the mood you need. We created this guide to help provide lighting design ideas that can transform your bedroom into a space to relax and refresh every day

Start with the basics

Before making big lighting decisions, it’s good to know your fundamentals. Here are some basic design techniques to make the bedroom you’ve always dreamed of.

Layered lighting

Layering your lighting offers you options for customization and flexibility. Much of a bedroom’s lighting should come from separate sources of accent lighting such as standing lamps or table lights, and often only a single ambient light. Since our bedrooms are meant to be cozy environments, look into accent pieces that provide different levels of ambiance depending on the time of day and mood.

Color temperature is very important

Nothing kills the ambiance of a bedroom faster than a harsh, eye-straining light color like the icky yellows and harsh whites. A few factors affect how a lightbulb appears in a room, but the main one is color temperature. Different temperatures can emulate different conditions or atmospheres that affect our moods. At Gantri, we pack each of our lights with the comfortable, warm glow of a 2700K LED dimmable bulb.

10 Bedroom lighting design ideas

Now that we’ve learned some basics, here are ten easy lighting ideas that can give your bedroom a powerful transformation into the space of your dreams!

Focus on pools of light

Focusing on specific areas, or pools, of lighting around the room can help create a natural flow to the most used areas of your bedroom. This could be your favorite nightstand with the mirror where you apply your makeup, or the bedside where you read your favorite book before turning in. Wherever you gravitate towards the most place fixtures that best light up the surrounding space!

Make bedside lamps the star

Bedside table lamps are an easy way to create a pool of light to keep your bedroom inviting on dark nights. For a space-saving bedside light that offers beautiful diffusion and illumination, we recommend the medium Lago Table Light by Temporal Studios. With a sleek form crafted using Gantri’s high-quality & sustainable plant polymer materials, this light is a perfect choice for small bedside tables and reading setups.

Skip overhead lighting

Overhead lighting is good for filling large spaces like living rooms or a home office with light. However, for a bedroom, overheads are usually one light you never want suddenly flashed on as you’re crawling out of bed. That’s why you should opt for accent lights that can make your bedroom a more comfortable space for late nights and early mornings. 

If you do want a great overhead light for those times when you need something brighter, Gantri offers stunning pendant lights, all with our creator’s signature designer flair!

Only warm temperature bulbs

As mentioned previously, a warmer color temperature enhances your mood and creates a more conducive atmosphere for rest and relaxation. All Gantri lights come with 2700K LED dimmable bulbs, but for replacement bulbs in the bedroom and other living spaces, look for ones that are in the 2700K-3000K range. 

Lights with higher color temperatures have a harsh blue white glow that can be too distracting. It’s a little bit like installing a massive smartphone screen into your light shade. There’s a reason that blue-light filtering glasses are so popular amongst digital professionals working on computers all day!

Match fixtures to touches around the house

Combining minimalist art with industrial lights and a coastal bedding set *could* theoretically work, but we recommend lighting designs to match the design philosophy of your home as a whole. When you’re choosing your lighting fixtures, try to match metals, materials, and colors to create a cohesive look with the rest of your living space.

Install a reading light

Staring at your phone can be disruptive to sleep. Plus we spend all day doing that anyway, so why not explore the literary world from the comfort of your bed instead? A small reading light can create an entirely new way of winding down. 

Gantri has the perfect solution for setting up an easy light in a pinch. A Gantri Clamp Light, like this Aim Clamp Light by Smart Design, can be set up on any ledge, headboard, or shelf to create comfortable bedside lighting within arm's reach!

Go architectural

Nothing shows off your style quite like a statement piece. Create a positive impression on guests with a fixture that brings an architectural wow-factor to your bedroom. You could pair our Lago table light with the beautiful Croissant Pendant Light by Teixeira Design Studio. With an easy installation kit included, this piece provides a simple way to create a cozy spotlight and eye-catching centerpiece for your bedroom.

Wall scones instead of lamps to save space

Looking to get more economical with your space? Lean toward wall sconces instead of table lamps to free up some room. Grab your screwdriver and check out some of Gantri’s wall-mounted lighting solutions! Each Gantri wall light comes with an easy and stress-free single screw mounting kit so you can turn your wall into a gorgeous display fit for any mood.

LED lighting in headboards

If you’re looking for a more high-tech feeling in your bedroom, think outside the box and create lightscapes never before possible. Utilize LED strip lighting around your bed or headboard to create a futuristic haven. LED strip lighting has come a long way in its viability as an accent lighting solution. The more modern options are more durable and aesthetically pleasing than previous options.

Open up the space with floor lamps

For our final tip, look to the tried-and-true lighting fixture to make extra space shine. Not only do floor lamps save bedside table space, but they can turn a larger bedroom into a work of art. Combine a piece from Gantri’s floor lamp collection with your favorite chair to create an inviting reading space or sitting area to kick off your shoes and relax after a long day.

Make it your comfort

We hope these tips help you reimagine how you light your bedroom and turn it into the haven for relaxation you’ve always wanted. The key thing to remember: make it your own. At Gantri we offer eco-friendly and designer-minded lighting solutions to help you create your dream home. 

Whether it be the bedroom, a home office, or the living room, Gantri has you covered. Browse our shop or check out dozens more guides like this for tips on creating the perfect home lighting for you!