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1. www.lightingcompany.co.uk › blog › heritage-lightingHeritage Lighting Styles; A step back in time

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   Jan 5, 2023 · Period homes and properties can be darker, so bringing the right lighting into the design of a room is vital, especially lighting that meets the modern needs of the times. We look at lighting which is inspired by British heritage with a 21st Century edge.

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3. www.english-heritage.org.uk › history-of-lightingThe illuminating history of lighting - English Heritage

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   Nov 6, 2017 · Close up of a light fitting in the Durbar Room, Osborne. It was only after the First World War that electricity found its way into most of our homes. Lightbulbs improved and the National Grid was established. For the first time in human history, we had clean, safe lighting at the flick of a switch.

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4. www.bespokelights.co.uk › blog › 2019HERITAGE LIGHTING - Bespoke Lights

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   Oct 18, 2019 · Hand crafted UK made lighting for historic buildings and older homes. Traditional reproduction heritage lights for discerning cusotmers.

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     HOW TO Decorate ENGLISH TRADITIONAL STYLE | Our Top 10 Insider Design Tips | Suzie Anderson Home

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6. www.illumination.co.uk › magazine › lighting-designsLighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief ...

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   Modern classic or classic modern: the second half of the 20th century took lighting design to the next level. Characteristic features included fabric shades in every conceivable shape and colour. Gradually, unusually shaped luminaires also developed, which as design objects were intended to express an individual sense of style.

7. chandelierslife.com › blogs › chandeliersThe Best of British Made Lighting: Quality and Style

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   Aug 26, 2024 · British made lighting stands out due to its high quality and unique designs. Many pieces are handcrafted and hand-finished, which gives them a special touch that can't be achieved by machines. Plus, buying British helps support local businesses and reduces environmental impact.

8. www.williamsugg.co.uk › british-lightingCelebrating British lighting - William Sugg & Co Heritage ...

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   Feb 3, 2023 · It is clear when walking around our cities and towns that traditional British lighting design is as loved as modern lighting design. Heritage lighting can fit into almost any setting creating an eye catching feature with lasting detail and style.

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   How did lighting design evolve in the 20th century?

   • Modern classic or classic modern: the second half of the 20th century took lighting design to the next level. Characteristic features included fabric shades in every conceivable shape and colour. Gradually, unusually shaped luminaires also developed, which as design objects were intended to express an individual sense of style.

   Lighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief History of Style

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   What type of light source was used in medieval times?

   • Traditionally, light sources were torches with an open fire, candles or oil lamps surrounded by a windbreak. In any case, the classics include candlesticks for the wall and opulent chandeliers. Outdoor wall lamps and street lamps were usually oil or gas lamps protected by an ornate metal body with transparent or stylised glass panes.

   Lighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief History of Style

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   What are the different types of lighting design?

   • From antique wall torches, medieval lanterns and classic chandeliers to the numerous design styles of the 20th century and the present day, which is characterised by innovative LED light fittings: lighting design encompasses a wealth of different styles.

   Lighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief History of Style

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   When was gas lighting first used in London?

   • Audley End House and Gardens William Murdoch made a breakthrough with gas lighting in the late 18th century, and in 1807 13 gas lamps were installed along Pall Mall. By the 1820s more than 40,000 gas lamps were burning along 215 miles of London’s streets. They were also being used to light shops, theatres and factories.

   The illuminating history of lighting | English Heritage

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   Which countries influenced lighting design in the second half of the 20th century?

   • Significant influence on lighting design in the second half of the 20th century was exerted above all by the Scandinavian countries of Sweden and Denmark as well as Italy. Scandinavian lighting design is characterised by functional simplicity with precisely balanced proportions and the extensive use of natural raw materials such as wood.

   Lighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief History of Style

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   What is Scandinavian lighting design?

   • Scandinavian lighting design is characterised by functional simplicity with precisely balanced proportions and the extensive use of natural raw materials such as wood. Often, the wood is kept in light colours so that the home appears bright and friendly.

   Lighting Designs From the Past to the Present: a Brief History of Style

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10. www.lightingcompany.co.uk › blog › the-englishThe English Heritage Collection - The Lighting Company

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    Jun 10, 2024 · Following the release of the highly anticipated English Heritage lighting collection, we’ll explore directly how these lights take form from the classic properties as well as the importance of capturing English history and design in modern forms. An informative dive into the new collection.