The kitchen nowadays is more than just a "workspace" but increasingly evolves into a living environment. In recent years, there has been a trend towards combining lifestyle, comfortable cooking, and communal daily tasks. Due to these factors, lighting also plays a crucial role, not only creating a sense of well-being but also bringing clear structures into your kitchen.

Task lighting

As with reading or engaging in manual tasks, you need good lighting when cutting vegetables. This is important for safety reasons and to reduce strain on the eyes.

Shadow-free and functional lighting

Your entire work area should ideally have its own light source, providing focused and shadow-free illumination with a brightness level of 500 lumens. Well-integrated under-cabinet lighting or direct overhead lighting are suitable for this purpose.

Background lightning

A uniform distribution of light in your kitchen creates a cozy atmosphere and adds a warm flair. Floor lamps and recessed spotlights, along with ceiling lights, are wonderful choices for achieving this effect.
Lamp shades should be easy to clean and wipeable. Especially during cooking, grease and dirt particles can accumulate.
Depending on the size of your kitchen, a general illumination with a warm white light color is recommended here as well. The recommendation is a brightness level of 300 lumens per square meter.

Accent lightning

With so-called assistant lights, you can give your kitchen a special atmosphere. Illuminating cabinet elements or kitchen shelves in a targeted manner not only adds some practical effects but also gives your kitchen a personal flair.

Structure through accents

Underneath countertops and cabinets, installed LED strips create unique lighting effects and add colorful accents. Do you have open kitchen shelves with beautiful dishes? Or a special kitchen island? Swiveling lights subtly highlight these features.

But what about the dining and bar area?

The dining table serves as a gathering place for various activities. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two, a family meal, or an evening of board games, the lighting should be neither too dim nor too bright. A beautiful pendant lamp with a dimmer can provide a solution by allowing you to adjust the lighting according to the specific need. A uniform distribution of light and warm white illumination can have a positive effect regardless of the brightness level chosen for the occasion. For long tables, it's advisable to install two or three lamps in a row, while round tables are complemented well by chandeliers.

Diffused light and reflection

Also, the choice of materials for your kitchen matters. Painted surfaces, white colors, and finishes made of glass or steel scatter the light and offer additional positive aspects with the interplay of light. Light colors and high-gloss materials reflect the light and convey a sense of space and brightness. Our kitchen experts are happy to provide detailed advice on suitable materials for your personal, individual kitchen style.