Guides & Tips

Explore the Lighterior Journal for a blend of design stories, expert lighting tips, and thoughtful conversations. Here you’ll find interviews with leading interior designers, behind-the-scenes insights from our international and Australian brands, and practical lighting guides covering everything from choosing the right pendant light to understanding IP ratings for bathrooms. Whether you’re planning a renovation, styling a new home, or simply seeking interior design inspiration, the Journal brings you fresh ideas and premium perspectives on designer lighting and the latest lighting trends.

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Illuminating Laidback Luxury: Designer Lighting Takes Centre Stage in the Quiet Luxury Trend

Illuminating Laidback Luxury: Designer Lighting Takes Centre Stage in the Quiet Luxury Trend

Experience the epitome of modern elegance with our Laidback Luxury lighting collection, where clean lines and simple silhouettes command attention.

How to Achieve the Modern Italian Farmhouse Look

How to Achieve the Modern Italian Farmhouse Look

Create the perfect Modern Italian Farmhouse look with rustic pendant lights, antique-inspired sconces, artisanal table lamps, vintage-style chandeliers, and natural fibre floor lamps. 
The Dos and Don’ts of Kitchen Lighting: Our Recommendations

The Dos and Don’ts of Kitchen Lighting: Our Recommendations

We explore the dos and don'ts of kitchen lighting, discussing options such as kitchen pendants, designer lighting and optimal task lighting for a beautifully illuminated kitchen environment.
Loni Parker from Adore Magazine discusses her Palm Springs inspired Higlett House renovation

Loni Parker from Adore Magazine discusses her Palm Springs inspired Higlett House renovation

With her Higlett House dream home finally completed, we spoke to Adore Magazine’s Loni Parker to ask about her magazine, personal style and of course her stunning Palm Springs inspired home renovation.
Kitchen & Dining Area Lighting: Why Designers Love Linear Pendant Lights

Kitchen & Dining Area Lighting: Why Designers Love Linear Pendant Lights

Linear pendant lights have emerged as a favoured choice among designers, particularly in kitchen and dining settings. Learn why these versatile fixtures have such practical and aesthetic appeal.
Lighting Tips For Every Room: Advice We Shared With Home Beautiful

Lighting Tips For Every Room: Advice We Shared With Home Beautiful

Our resident Lighterior expert - Jade Ash - recently shared her lighting insights with Home Beautiful Magazine for their November feature. With years of industry experience, Jade imparts valuable lighting tips and wisdom tailored for every room in your home.
Higlett House Renovation: Bathroom Lights for Small Spaces

Higlett House Renovation: Bathroom Lights for Small Spaces

Loni Parker, the brain behind interiors’ bible, Adore Magazine, has created a masterpiece of cohesive style and coastal luxe in her Higlett House renovation. Find out how she transformed some small spaces into bathroom brilliance.
Studio Lux Interiors' Annebel Goode Talks Renovations, Interiors Inspiration & More

Studio Lux Interiors' Annebel Goode Talks Renovations, Interiors Inspiration & More

Having just completed her own renovation, we speak to Annebel Goode, interior designer extraordinaire and founder of Studio Lux Interiors to discuss the challenges of designing your own home, bathroom lighting and interiors inspiration.

Beyond IKEA: Scandinavian Lighting Brands We Love

Beyond IKEA: Scandinavian Lighting Brands We Love

For a lighting scheme that is cosy, warm, and effortlessly cool, look to Scandinavian lighting brands. IKEA is a great start, but venture beyond the Swedish superstore and discover brands committed to original design and impeccable craftsmanship.
Studio Tour and Q&A with Nat Spadavecchia from The Palm Co.

Studio Tour and Q&A with Nat Spadavecchia from The Palm Co.

We love speaking to inspirational members of the design community and who better than Nat Spada, creative talent behind The Palm Co. We caught up with her to discuss her beautiful new studio space and the importance of good lighting.
Take a Tour of Villa Styling's New Studio Space

Take a Tour of Villa Styling's New Studio Space

We caught up with Louise Roche, founder and creative director of Villa Styling, for a tour of her newly renovated studio, a beautiful and versatile space that showcases her signature light and airy aesthetic, recognisable throughout her projects.
Decorative Lighting for the Neglected Areas of your Home

Decorative Lighting for the Neglected Areas of your Home

We discuss those often neglected areas of your home that are equally deserving of beautiful decorative lighting as the living room and kitchen where we usually focus all our attention.