A little of our story
With over 30 years of professional experience and expertise from industry-leading companies, Toria and Mike decided to combine their technical and creative knowledge in 2014 to create the award winning company, Lighting by Plum. Since our inception, Lighting by Plum has worked on over 1,000 residential homes and gardens including listed buildings, new builds, buy to sell developments, flats and apartments, country estates and barn conversions.
The technical knowledge that Toria, Mike and their highly skilled team have of the fast-paced lighting industry, along with their highly creative approach to lighting, design and control, will ensure your project is not only kept on track but also compliant with the latest industry standards and regulations.
Lighting by Plum's philosophy
Creating and installing decadent lighting that can be controlled with the latest technological advances is the perfect pairing. We aim to be brave enough not to light and design with the contrast of dark as well as light. We look to establish a connection between the user and their home to ensure the lighting enhances the space. This involves using lighting to lead the user through the home, establishing subtle wayfinding and lighting a room sympathetically and creatively according to its use and style.
We understand that your home is more than the bricks and mortar it’s created with. It’s about the feeling you get when you walk through the door and how the mood of a room can reflect your own feelings. That’s why Lighting by Plum uses light to create beautiful spaces that are flexible, comfortable, and striking.
Project: Wentworth Mansion
✨ Floor Washers & Wayfinding 👀
Using floor washers and night lights to `wayfind` is an important consideration for any home. Particularly for children and when there are stairs to navigate in the dark.
These types of fitting come in many shapes and sizes and we like them to be as discreet as possible. Some key considerations:
▪️Low output & dimming – you just want a very low glow
▪️Minimal glare – using a shield and tilt to avoid a blinding light
▪️Beam angle – depending on location (stairs vs landings)
▪️Bezel finish – so it blends in
Let us support you and make sure you get the most suitable fitting for your home. `Specification Sessions` are bookable in our bio ☝️
#WayFinding #NightLight #LowLevelLighting #LightingDesign #FloorLight
Sometimes… just eye-catching feature, such as this circular mirror, can provide all the light that you need.
We set the mirror off the wall – just enough – so we could integrate a flexible LED tape behind (note, IP rated…waterproof!)
The reflected light then bounces back off the walls, floor and ceiling! Perfect illumination 💡
The addition of a pendant from @tala just adds that touch of decorative elegance ✨
Before designing the lighting for your home… `think` …what features could I highlight?
If in need of some inspiration…why not give us a call? 📞 01494 258738
#FeatureLighting #BathroomLighting #MirrorLight #ContemporaryBathroom #LightingDesign
👀 Seeing is Believing! ✨
At Lighting by Plum we truly the value the benefit of being able to visualise the proposed lighting scheme.
That`s why we often take a 2D sketch to a 3D CAD model and `build your home`. This enables you to fully visualise our concept to `virtual reality`!
The Process:
▪️We draw up 2D sketch lighting layout ✏️
▪️Build a 3D CAD model 🖥️
▪️Add in the desired lighting effects 💡
▪️Create a full virtual render… picture perfect! 🖼️
Bookmark 🔖 this post for your next project … and when ready, why not get in touch to see what we can create for you! Links in bio 👆🏻
#LightingDesign #LightingConsultant #LightingExpert #PicturePerfect #Visualisation
💡A quick snapshot of life @lightingbyplum …
A rare occasion when most of the team are in the office and not travelling the country from site-to-site!
Lighting is more tricky than it looks and each project involves a series of design stages – from concept ideas and 3D visuals to detailed CAD plans, procurement and site visits!
And not forgetting the all important scene setting at the end of the project to see the final effects ✨
We are also on hand for `hourly` lighting advice and regularly support clients on a consultancy basis – answering general questions, sense checking schemes, providing lighting solutions and sourcing the perfect fitting!
Why not contact us or book a Design Session on our website to see what scheme we can design for you!
See bio for links and more information about us 🔗
#DayInTheOffice #LightingDesign #LightingExperts #InteriorDesign #WhatWeDo
✨ Kitchen … The ♥️ of the home!
This modern, industrial style kitchen has stunning eclectic features and is designed to work hard but retain its beauty at all times.
Semi flush, surface mount pendants subconsciously split the kitchen from the wider living area and the addition of joinery lighting and wall mounted spot lights provide practical ambience.
`Layers of light` make your home sing …and in this example:
◾High level – recessed down lights & pendants
◾Mid level – wall lights & joinery lighting
◾Low level – under island lighting
See our website Gallery for more inspiring lighting ideas – link in bio 🔗👆🏻
#LightingDesign #ModernIndustrial #EclecticInteriors #InteriorDesign #KitchenLighting
Our founder, Toria briefly talks about the importance of `reflected lighting` and how much of an impact and difference it can make to your home.
Lighting the ceiling and walls is such an important consideration and really can make all the difference… ✨🤩
Save this post 🔖 and revisit when considering lighting for your next project!
#LightingDesign #ReflectedLight #InteriorLighting #LightingAdvice #InteriorDesign
✨ A beautiful modern shaker kitchen ✨
This completed project, alongside the talented @threeoaksltd is a stunning example of a modern shaker kitchen.
The layered lighting scheme designed (high, middle and low) allows for every mood, including;
◾High – coffer lighting to subconsciously split the zones
◾High – downlights for practicality
◾High to Middle – pendant lighting over the island and dining spaces
◾Middle – wall lights over the sink area
◾Middle – in larder LED tape lighting
◾Low – up lights to frame the door reveals
This blend of lighting layers is key for any `heart of the home` and maximises the true potential.
Why not give us a call or book a Design Session with us and we`ll help transform your home! Links in bio… 👆🏻
#ShakerKitchen #InteriorDesign #LightingDesign #KitchenLighting #LuxuryLiving
A warm welcome home! 🏡
Just the simplicity of integrated stair lighting and a decorative `lantern style` pendant is all that is required here for an inviting welcome home after a busy day… a warm `hug`!
Layering your lighting is key and doesn`t have to be complex – just considered …and that is at the heart of everything we do @lightingbyplum
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@astrolighting
For more inspiration on how we can transform your home and garden, explore our gallery (link in bio 🔗) to see more… ✨💡
#HallwayLighting #LightingDesign #LayeredLighting #InteriorDesignUK #WelcomeHome
