Fantastic question 👍 — because artwork and décor need proper lighting to really pop. Without it, even expensive paintings or sculptures can look flat. A good designer should plan accent lighting early in the electrical layout, not as an afterthought.

✅ Ways to Highlight Artwork & Décor with Lighting

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1. Spotlights / Downlights

Adjustable recessed spotlights in the false ceiling.
Focused beam on paintings, photo frames, or wall textures.
Brands: Philips, Wipro, Havells, Jaquar, Hafele.

2. Picture Lights

Mounted directly above paintings.
Gives a gallery-style effect.
Great for hallways, dining rooms.

3. Track Lights

Flexible option for modern homes.
Black/white rails with adjustable spot heads.
Perfect if you rotate/change artworks.

4. Wall Washers

Even wash of light across an entire wall.
Highlights texture paint, wallpapers, murals, or gallery walls.

5. Cove Lighting (Indirect)

LED strips in false ceiling pelmets.
Creates a soft glow for sculptures, shelves, wall panels.

6. Backlighting

For mirrors, onyx/marble panels, laser-cut screens.
Makes décor elements look dramatic & luxurious.

7. Accent Lamps

Floor lamps or console lamps to highlight corners & décor.
Adds warmth in living/dining.

💡 What You Should Ask Your Designer

Do you plan art lighting in the electrical layout or only general lights?
Will you show me 3D renders with accent lights turned on?
Which fixtures/brands do you recommend for highlighting art?
Do you use warm light (2700–3000K) for art (better than cool white)?
Do you coordinate light positions with wall décor placement?

⚠️ Red Flags

Designer only puts generic ceiling lights (no art focus).
Suggests cool white LEDs (bad for artwork).
Doesn’t align lights with planned wall art positions.

✅ Pro Tip

Use warm LEDs (3000K) → brings out colours in paintings.
Place spots at a 30° angle to avoid glare/reflections.
Always decide art placement before false ceiling design, so lights can be aligned.

👉 Do you want me to prepare a Room-by-Room Artwork Lighting Guide (living, dining, bedrooms, foyer) showing which light type to use, where to place it, and at what angle?

How do you highlight artwork / décor with lights?