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About the service

Lighting is the single most transformative element in interior design. A space that is perfectly planned and beautifully furnished can still fall flat if its lighting is not carefully considered and conversely, a thoughtfully layered lighting scheme can elevate even the simplest interior into something extraordinary. Our lighting and ambience design service addresses every dimension of how light interacts with your space, from the functional requirements of task lighting to the mood-defining qualities of accent and decorative illumination.

We approach every lighting project as a multi-sensory design challenge, considering how the quality, colour temperature, direction, and intensity of light transforms a space across different times of day, different seasons, and different activities. Our team works closely with electrical engineers, lighting suppliers, and smart home technology specialists to deliver lighting schemes that are as technically precise as they are atmospherically compelling.

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Lighting Concept Design

A holistic lighting concept developed for every room, specifying fixture types, positions, beam angles, and colour temperatures to achieve the desired atmosphere.

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Layered Light Schemes

Three-layer lighting design combining ambient, task, and accent lighting to give every space flexibility, depth, and visual richness.

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Smart Lighting Control

Integrated lighting control systems that allow scenes to be pre-set, adjusted by voice or app, and automated to respond to time of day and occupancy.

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Decorative Fixture Selection

Curation of statement pendant lights, chandeliers, wall sconces, and table lamps that serve as both light sources and sculptural design elements.

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Types of Spaces We Light

We design lighting schemes for every type of residential and commercial space living rooms, dining areas, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, home offices, staircases, and outdoor terraces, as well as commercial environments including offices, retail stores, restaurants, hospitality venues, and showrooms. Each space type has its own unique lighting requirements and we bring the specialist knowledge needed to address them. Good lighting design for a restaurant, for example, demands a completely different approach from the lighting of a master bedroom or a high-street retail space.

Key Principles of Ambience Design

Effective lighting design is governed by several core principles: the layering of light sources at different heights and intensities, the careful selection of colour temperature (warm whites for relaxation and dining, cooler whites for task areas and workspaces), the control of glare and shadow, the use of light to define zones and highlight architectural features, and the integration of natural light management through blinds and window treatments. Our designers apply these principles with precision and artistry to create spaces that feel exactly right at every hour of the day.

  • Comprehensive room-by-room lighting concept design.
  • Full fixture specification and supplier coordination.
  • Smart lighting system design and integration support.
  • Architectural lighting details for new builds and renovations.
  • Flexible lighting schemes adaptable to every mood and activity.
  • Dedicated lighting designer on every project.
  • Energy-efficient LED specifications throughout.
  • We are passionate about the transformative power of light.

Lighting and ambience design is not a finishing touch it is a foundational design decision that should be considered from the very beginning of any interior project. At Entrust, we treat light as a primary design material, investing the same level of care and expertise in our lighting schemes as in any other aspect of the spaces we create. The result is interiors that are not only beautiful to look at but deeply pleasurable to live and work within.

Frequently asked questions

Lighting should be planned as early as possible in the design process ideally at the same time as the spatial layout is being developed. This is because lighting positions affect the placement of electrical back boxes in ceilings, walls, and floors, which need to be confirmed before any plastering or finishing work takes place. Retrofitting lighting into a completed interior is possible but always more expensive and disruptive than planning it correctly from the start.

Warm white light (typically 2700K to 3000K colour temperature) has a golden, amber quality that creates a relaxed, intimate atmosphere ideal for living rooms, dining areas, bedrooms, and hospitality spaces. Cool white light (4000K to 6500K) has a crisper, more energising quality that supports concentration and visual clarity better suited to kitchens, bathrooms, home offices, and retail environments. A well-designed home typically uses a mix of both, controlled to allow the atmosphere to shift throughout the day.

Yes, we can retrofit smart lighting control into existing homes using a variety of approaches from wireless smart switch systems that require minimal wiring changes to more comprehensive wired control systems installed during a renovation. We assess the existing electrical infrastructure and recommend the most practical and cost-effective smart lighting solution for your specific situation.

We work across a wide range of budgets and have strong relationships with suppliers at every price point from affordable quality brands to premium international fixture manufacturers. We are skilled at creating the maximum visual impact within your budget, often combining a small number of investment statement pieces with more affordable supporting fixtures to achieve a sophisticated result without unnecessary expense.