Lighting Tips For Transformative Spaces

In wintery Germany, good insulation in homes is essential – not just to keep heating costs low, but also to ensure a comfortable indoor temperature. However, this insulation often has a side effect: many apartments and villas have low ceilings, sometimes as little as 2.90 meters, and ceiling structures (e.g., drywall panels) are often only 4 cm thick. For lighting, this presents a challenge: how do you choose lights that don’t make ceilings feel even lower, are easy to install, and still provide optimal illumination? 

Renovating a home is more expensive and complex than many initially assume. In fact, you can expect to pay between €400 and €600 per square meter for a complete renovation—and that's without unexpected problems that are often only discovered during the work.

We know from experience that renovating a home is not only costly but also requires careful planning. Harmful substances such as asbestos or lead, in particular, result in high additional costs that many homeowners fail to factor in. Therefore, it's important to plan your home renovation in the correct order and know what a home renovation really costs. Furthermore, energy-saving measures such as facade insulation or replacing heating systems are often even required by law—an aspect that is often overlooked.

In this article, you'll learn what experts often fail to mention when it comes to home renovation, how you can optimally plan your renovation, and what the actual costs will be. We also provide a handy home renovation cost calculator to help you plan your budget.

Have you ever felt uncomfortable or unfocused in your own home without knowin exactly why? Or do you simply desire more well-being and vitality in your daily life? The answer might lie – at least partly – in your lighting. Conventional lighting concepts often focus solely on brightness. Human-Centric Lighting (HCL) takes a revolutionary step further: it places people and their biological needs at the center. Especially in living spaces, where we relax, work, spend time with family, and recharge, HCL can make an enormous difference.

The DALI DT6 controls individual light sources, ideal for simple projects. The DT8 offers color control and flexibility. Which DALI controller is right for you?

Modern bathroom lighting - How to combine design, safety and smart home comfort

The bathroom is your private wellness area - but only the right bathroom lighting turns it into a stylish retreat. Find out how you can create a harmonious overall concept with zoned lighting, intelligent IP44 lights and clever tricks from three areas (washbasin, shower, toilet).

Why 4000K on the mirror? Neutral white light eliminates shadows for perfect make-up - while dimmable 3000K guarantees relaxation in the evening. Also discover trends for 2025: floating LED strips under furniture, smart control via app and splash-proof Tillume IP44 spots that combine safety and aesthetics.

Read the full blog to find out how to avoid common mistakes and transform your bathroom into a light oasis!

• Health meets tech:
  • CRI >97 & blue light filter: Natural colors, 0% harmful blue light (<440 nm).
  • Biologically effective: Regulates melatonin for better sleep (32 minutes faster sleeping, LMU Munich study) and boosts concentration by 15%.
  • Smart Home-ready: Dimmable to 0.1%, KNX/DALI-compatible.
• Perfect solutions for every room:
  • Living room: Cozy warm light (2850K) for Netflix nights.
  • Kitchen: High-quality illumination to make fruits/vegetables look fresh.
  • Home office: Daylight simulation to combat "Zoom fatigue."
• Scientifically proven:
  • 89% less eye strain (Lichtnet study).
  • Over 2,300 five-star customer reviews.

Light planning is a professional process that involves the deliberate design of environments or rooms with light and must comply with European and national standards and guidelines. The right choice of lighting in the planning phase of a new building or renovation plays a key role to illuminate various rooms adequately, provide orientation, create zones, and influence moods.

The article discusses various aspects of lighting, including Basic, Area, Accent, and Indirect lighting: