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Comfortable Nordic lighting
In autumn in Northern Europe, the days get shorter and shorter as we approach the winter solstice, and people turn more inward. People spend more time indoors than in summer, and their interiors get a warmer makeover.
Winters in Northern Europe are cold, long and dark, and it is said that darkness is what has the strongest psychological impact on people there. The people of Northern Europe know firsthand how important light is to humans.
The Nordic people's passion for lighting was born out of their coexistence with such harsh nature.
Recently, medical lighting has been released by various manufacturers, and in addition to being used for treatment, many homes also install it as interior decoration in their living rooms or dining rooms to wake up the body early in the winter morning.
In Scandinavia, lighting is not just a tool to brighten a room, but is also considered an important item that brings calm and healing to the mind and makes the space more beautiful.
Because lighting has a significant impact on the impression of a room, its form must be beautiful whether the light is on or off. Just like furniture and interior accessories, lighting also requires a mixture of functionality and aesthetics.
There are many ways in which Nordic lighting can be applied to Japanese life.
One of them is to hang a pendant light about 60cm above the dining table.
This is a common use in Scandinavia, where it illuminates the entire dining table while creating a veil of light around the table, creating a space that creates a sense of unity for the people gathered there. The effect of lighting can have a huge impact on the surrounding interior and people's psychology.
The dining table is a place for communication with family and friends, and it is also an essential place for enjoying daily meals in a relaxed and delicious manner.
It's great to be able to effectively use light and lighting effects according to the location and situation.
