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Living room lighting

MEET THE EXPERTS

ROHAN BLACKER, FOUNDER OF POOKY

‘The main function of a living room is to promote a sense of familiarity and cosiness – all of which can be enhanced by lighting.’

PETER LEGG, DESIGN AND BRAND MANAGER AT DAR LIGHTING GROUP AND THE LIGHT SHADE STUDIO

‘I’d have a beautiful central crystal light hanging over a coffee table, plus table lamps.’

SARAH GARE, DESIGN DIRECTOR, SARAH GARE INTERIORS

‘For a well-lit living room, I would install a central chandelier, picture lights, directional spots and table lamps.’

Our living rooms have many uses, yet all too often we tend to rely on that one central overhead light source. Need help in creating a lighting scheme that

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