The Glow Up
The Glow Up: A Charleston homeowner’s guide to layering the three main types of lighting (ambient, accent, and task) for maximum design impact.
Ambient
Ambient light refers to the general lighting in a home that creates the overall ambiance with fixtures like chandeliers, pendants, and floor lamps.
Three Light Beaded Rope Chandelier
Charleston Lighting and Interiors
Chandeliers are ceiling suspended with multiple bulbs incorporated into one fixture.
Nubia Pendant
Celadon Home
Pendants add personality and intimate light for a more moody, atmospheric vibe.
Tropical Brass Floor Lamp
Table and floor lamps are classic and easy to arrange at different heights for visual variety.
Accent
Accent light comes from smaller, more decorative fixtures like sconces and wall mounts that highlight your home’s artwork and architecture. Sconces are usually used in bathrooms, hallways, and at the bedside.
Whit Wall Sconce
Task
Task lights are just as they sound, increasing your fine detail visibility for various tasks in your most used spaces like the kitchen and bathroom.
Lettie Flush Mount
Kohler Occasion Semi-Flush Drum
Gateway Supply Co.
This includes recessed or canned lighting built into the ceiling, track lighting installed beneath your upper cabinetry, and flush or semi-flush lights which are typically placed in the middle of a room.
Cover Photo by Patrick Brickman | Home Built by SHELTER Custom-Built Living
Local Lighting Specialists:
J&K Home Furnishings, Shanty Shoppe, Charleston Lighting and Interiors, Lowcountry Lighting Studio, Design on Tap, Carolina Lanterns & Lighting, Celadon Home, Gateway Supply Co., Ferguson Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Gallery, Iola Modern, Charleston Lamp Company, CLEOD Glass + Works, Danco Modern Furniture, Steven Shell Living
