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Lighting the way

Sleek and modern illumination, which is also energy efficient, will enhance your home

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Exterior view of home with outdoor lighting fixtures.

In any new home, renovation or commercial project it's important that your choice of lighting complements the architectural style.

In this case, energy efficient lighting from Cetnaj Stronglink, a New Zealand company that also specialises in electrical and data solutions, was chosen to match the modern architectural design, says product manager Jeff Lawrence.

"The owner of this modern home wanted to create the right ambience, inside and out, with decorative fixtures, but without the high electrical running costs," he says.


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Long hallway with wall sconce luminaries casting pools of light.

External solutions include subtle lighting that emanates from under the front porch and from the garage. These fixtures are connected to a sensor, which enables all lights to switch on automatically, illuminating the facade, and importantly providing a sense of security, says Lawrence.

"Contemporary starlight fixtures with 20watt bi-pins were installed to create visual impact in the foyer. Keeping with the contemporary feel, wall sconce luminaries, with space-like decor features, were used along the hallway," he says.

To light the kitchen, the main hub of the house, the owner chose functional and practical brushed chrome pendants. To add warmth to the master bedroom and walk-in wardrobe, flushed recessed downlights and bedside table lamps were used.

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Row of brushed chrome pendant lights.

"In the guest bedrooms, simple, energy efficient oyster fixtures were chosen, and their warm glow of light exudes a comforting and relaxed feel in this whole area of the house," Lawrence says.

To provide architects, designers and homeowners with options to match nearly any style of building, Cetnaj Stronglink has created three highly visible lighting showrooms in Takapuna, Manukau and East Tamaki.

For more information, contact Cetnaj Stronglink (NZ) Limited, free phone (0508) Cetnaj (238 625).

Story by: Trendsideas

28 Apr, 2006