The Lumsky journal

Guides & Advice

Perspectives on light, design and the art of living. Our inspiration for enhancing every interior.

Mediterranean villa terrace lit at dusk
24 Jun 2026

Outdoor lighting: showcase your terrace and exterior walls

Wall lights, bollards, spotlights: create a villa atmosphere in the evening without turning your garden into a car park.

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Smoked glass pendant lights lined up above a kitchen island
07 May 2026

How high should you hang a light?

Table, island, entrance hall, stairwell: the right heights for a perfectly placed pendant light.

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Enfilade of rooms lit at different intensities
12 Mar 2026

How to light every room in the house

Room by room, the right light in the right place: living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and entrance hall.

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Brass outdoor wall light glowing in the rain
22 Jan 2026

IP rating: which light for outdoor use?

Rain, sea spray, covered terrace… how to choose an outdoor light without getting it wrong.

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Contemporary living room lit by three warm light sources
06 Nov 2025

How many lumens per m²? The quick guide

The simple method to never under-light (or over-light) a room again.

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Two warm-light moods compared in the same living room
18 Sep 2025

Colour temperature & CRI: clear at last

2700K, 3000K, CRI 90… what these numbers really change in your room, simply explained.

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