Perfect ambience with LED: Lighting in the lounge bar

Imagine everything is perfect: drinks on the table and people at the bar - but what about the lighting? It's either too bright or too dark and you can't find the right setup. What do you do? Try LED and create the perfect atmosphere with energy-saving LED lighting!

When designing the lighting in a lounge bar with LED, you have a wealth of options. Right now, inside-outside areas are a popular architectural trend. They can make a space appear larger, both for those standing outside looking in and for those sitting inside looking out. There are two words in particular that are important to remember when designing LED lighting in a lounge bar: attention and care.

A few things to keep in mind:

The small details are often what make the right look.

The seating in a lounge bar is often low to the ground.

Remember the basics: stairs, ramps, corners of low tables, etc. should be easy to see.

If you've got the above under control, you've covered the basics. You should also make sure that the atmosphere in the lounge bar is changeable: dimming is a crucial element when you want to create the right atmosphere with LED lighting. Another good tip is to remember to create good lighting for guests to read and hold meetings and also make sure that people sitting in the low furniture can't see or be blinded by bare light bulbs.

Three examples of LED lighting in the lounge bar

Create an open space

To create an open space and an 'elevated' feel in the room, you can install pendants as main lighting. Lamps with a narrow beam can be used as spotlights to illuminate tables or other items you want to draw attention to. Ceiling lighting should spread light sideways and at high angles, as this will create an open space. It's a good idea to make sure you have the ability to change the mood of the room, which you can do if the LED lighting can be dimmed. For example, a dimmed LED light on the ceiling can create a contrast in the room.

Use indirect LED lights to create a muted look

If you want to create a calm and subdued atmosphere in your lounge bar, indirect lighting is the perfect choice. You can place the lighting in recesses on the ceiling and under the bar, which will also draw attention to the bar. The softer and uniform lighting in the recesses can be complemented with spotlights in the ceiling, as these will also create a calm and subdued atmosphere.

Contrasting light with light cones

If you want to create contrasts in your lighting, you should emphasize the walls by placing downlights close to them. This will create cones of light that draw attention to pictures or anything else hanging on the wall. These downlights will create focus on the walls, so if this is what you want, they are the perfect choice.

How can we help you?

Lumega has helped with lighting in larger lounge areas and smaller start-ups where a cool area for employees and customers is desired. Consult us when considering lighting for the lounge area in your company, restaurant or hotel.