LIFESTYLE: Bungalow 56 Flips the Switch on Bedroom Lighting

Bedside Lighting

By Jessica Nicolls + Karyn Frazier

hat is the first thing you see before you go to bed and the first thing you see when you wake up? Why your bedside lights of course! Lighting is one of our favorite design elements as there are so many options. You can add texture, color, personality and even set a mood. There are many options for how to light up your bedside tables but these are some of our favorites.

THE LAMP The most common choice as they require no hardwiring and come in every shape and size. Fun fact : your bedside lamp should be 20” above your mattress. If you prefer to read in bed a task lamp that is adjustable is a great solution. We also love to make sure the bedroom lights are on a dimmer to set a cozy mood in the evenings.

THE SCONCE This option requires more planning and a professional installation but is such a beautiful statement and frees up space on the side table as a bonus! An articulating sconce is an option we love to use beside the bed as it allows you to move the light to best suit your needs.

THE PLUG IN If cutting holes in the wall sounds like a bit much to take on for a light then this option is for you! Many options come with a decorative cord so you don’t have to worry about unsightly wires. These come in all the amazing styles as a hardwired light so you don’t have to compromise style. A little tip for decorating around the cord is to lean a piece of artwork over where the cord hangs down.

• Karyn Frazier and Jessica Nicolls are the owners of the interior design firm Bungalow 56.

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