Christmas And New Year: Tips To Light Up Your Place In An Innovative Way

From gardens to tablescapes, creating an atmosphere that radiates joy and hope sets the stage for unforgettable moments and cherished beginnings.

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Christmas and New Year is the time to illumine your home that sings the happy harmony of the festive mood and usher in new beginnings. This festive season, you can make a difference by embracing the charm of sustainable lighting for a warm and inviting indoor atmosphere. Whether it's a relaxed get-together or a lively party, welcoming the new year demands a touch of sparkle and abundant celebratory cheer especially in the outdoor areas. From gardens to tablescapes, creating an atmosphere that radiates joy and hope sets the stage for unforgettable moments and cherished beginnings. However, navigating this sea of inspiration can be challenging. In this article, we have listed down some tips to light up your homes this festive season.

1. Decorate With LED Lights:

Pranav Aggarwal, who is the Director of Ledure Lightings Limited said, "LED lights create a hearty ambience which welcomes each festive season with a premium chiaroscuro effect. LED lighting also has the energy-efficient benefits of reducing heat emissions, electricity consumption, carbon footprints, and electricity bills. Because of their versatility, creative lighting setups are made possible, enhancing any space's visual appeal. With dimmability and tunability options, you have control over the intensity, setting the perfect mood for every occasion."

2. Garden Galore

Decking out your garden with festive lighting can turn it into a whimsical wonderland. Ar. Bhuvan Kapila, who is the Founder and Principal Architect of WMA (Workshop for Metropolitan Architecture) suggests, “Start by integrating versatile string lights along fences, trees, or overhead to create a canopy of light. Mixing different types of lights, like fairy lights, globe lights, or lanterns, adds diversity and captivates attention. The outdoor gardens can be further enhanced by illuminating pathways with LED solar stake lights, guiding guests while adding allure. Strategically placing spotlights and uplights aids in highlighting features such as trees, sculptures, or architectural elements as eye-catching focal points.”

Additionally, playing with colours or using dimmers can provide versatility, allowing you to set the mood for different occasions in your beautifully lit garden wonderland.

3. Party Area Perfection

While decorating an outdoor party space, a thoughtful blend of lighting and décor defines the jubilant aura. Ridhima Singh, who is the Founder and Creative Director of Danza Del Design, explained, "Using string lights defines the party area, by establishing illuminated boundaries. One can hang oversized bulbs or paper lanterns above the gathering area to infuse a cheerful atmosphere. LED cubes or spheres serve as multifunctional decor elements that double as a seater or a lighting fixture, offering ambient lighting and aesthetic appeal. Flameless candles in decorative holders contribute warmth and intimacy to the setting while eliminating fire hazards."

"For added elegance, consider installing a temporary canopy or pergola draped with sheer fabric to create a luxurious setting for a New Year's Eve soirée," she further said.

4. Dazzling Outdoor Accents and Ornaments

 Elevating your outdoor décor with dazzling accents can transform your space into an exuberant setting for New Year's Eve celebrations.

Ar. Kavita Batra, Founder and Principal Architect at Uniifyy, said, “Ornate lanterns or ethereal light sculptures can be strategically placed throughout the outdoor area to bring a celebratory spirit instantly. Consider integrating fire features, such as fire pits or tabletop fire bowls, to provide both warmth and a festive glow. These elements not only contribute to the ambience but also offer a cozy gathering spot for guests. Further, the use of reflective surfaces like mirrors or metallic accents amplifies the lighting, creating a captivating play of reflections."

5. Lift Your Space With Decorative Planters:

Palash Agrawal, who is the Founder of Vedas Exports said, "Adding a decorative planter is one of the best ways to revive your home's energy and style. These classy holders can be decisively positioned in different corners of your home."

• Entrance Welcome: Welcome your visitors with a striking metal-based planter close to the entry. Enhance it with lively occasional blossoms or evergreen plants to create an enticing environment.

• Indoor Oasis: Acquire the outside by putting a planter in your lounge. Use a metal planter because the metallic sheen supplements the vegetation perfectly, causing the space to feel more invigorated and amicable.

• Table Centerpieces: Select a more modest decorative planter for your eating table or footstool. These can house succulents, desert plants, or even fragrant spices, adding a bit of nature to your eating experience.

• Gallery Bliss: On the off chance that you have an overhang, a planter can assist you with making a tranquil getaway. Drape them from railings or put them on the floor and partake in the alleviating presence of plants during your festive festivals.

6. Set Your Table Tops Right

 Metal tabletops are beautiful and aesthetic and can make any section of the house festive-ready. Here are some metal decor components to consider as suggested by Palash Agrawal.

• Setting up the dining area: Set your dining area with a tabletop and decorate it with striking dinnerware and exquisite highlights. These tabletops could be used as a pure décor piece or to set the theme around the dining area. So, the theme could be music, art, or abstract or beautiful figurines. 

• Metal Blossom Vases: Choose metal bloom containers in your living spaces for a bit of complexity. The intelligent surface of metal containers will improve the visual allure of your decorative layouts, adding a hint of plushness to your style.

• Wall Style Pieces: Metal wall-style pieces can become the point of convergence of any room. Whether it's a mind-boggling metal work of art, a polished mirror outline, or a beautifying wall clock, metal accents on your walls can change the mood of your space.