There are several different ways to light the bookshelves in a library: overhead bookshelf lights, directional bookshelf lights, sconces on the bookshelf, and swing arm lights on the bookshelf. We are exploring all of these possibilities for a client and needed some images - here's what we found.
image at right Ciao Interiors
above and below Bunny Williams libraries
image via Cote de Texas
Another Bunny Williams library, image from her website
Bunny Williams again, image via Cote de Texas
Miles Redd library
Miles Redd
Gil Schafer's library, via Cote de Texas
Charlotte Moss Library
Markham Roberts, via Cote de Texas
Which lighting on the bookshelves do you prefer?
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I have some sort of cosmic connection with Gil Schafer. In all the photos I'm looking for a stool to reach the top shelves.
ReplyDeleteLadders are great for reaching the top shelves. Our client has this really cool leather ladder that fold up into a tube when not in use. It's beautiful and practical.
ReplyDeleteSwing arms are my traditional favorites for general lighting and setting the mood.
ReplyDeleteI like the swing arms too. Miles Redd seems to make evetything work. Great post!
ReplyDeleteoh, I love them all...but I have a soft spot for sconces.
ReplyDeleteI really love the Charlotte Moss bookshelf lights. They work perfectly! And are super cute.
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