The effect of light in our lives

How Lighting and Lamp Design Can Help Transform Your Mood and Space

Lighting is not just about illuminating a room; it shapes our perception and influences our mood, behaviour, and overall well-being. At Kanji, we believe that the right lighting can transform your home into a haven of comfort and bring people together. Here's how the design and type of lamps you choose can impact your daily life and elevate your living spaces.

The Psychological Impact of Lighting

Lighting plays a crucial role in regulating our circadian rhythms, affecting everything from our sleep patterns to our mood. Natural light helps align our internal clocks, making us feel more awake and alert during the day. However, artificial lighting also significantly impacts how we feel and function.

Research conducted in 2009 found that the same wine was rated higher when exposed to red or blue ambient light rather than green or white light. The test persons were even willing to spend in excess of one Euro more on a specific bottle of Riesling when it was offered in red instead of green light. Also, the survey showed, that the test wine was perceived as being nearly 1.5 times sweeter in red light than in white or green light.

Another study conducted in 2014 showed that ambient brightness makes people feel warmer, which increases the intensity of their affective response, including sensation seeking from spicy-hot foods, perception of aggression and sexiness (“hotness”) in others, and generating more extreme affective reactions toward positive and negative words and drinks. Thus, turning down the light, effortless and unassuming as it may seem, can reduce emotionality in everyday decisions, most of which take place under bright light.

 

Enhancing Mood and Well-being Through Light

Beyond aesthetics, the lamps you choose can significantly impact your mental and emotional health. For instance, exposure to natural light or lamps that mimic daylight can help alleviate symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and improve overall mood. Meanwhile, dimmer, warmer lights can create a soothing ambiance that helps reduce stress and anxiety.

 

Why Kanji?

We specialise in lamps that not only light up your space but can also helo you create the spaces and atmospheres you want. Our unique designs, inspired by th of the ocean and nature, are perfect for creating cozy spaces where you can connect with loved ones. Plus, for every lamp purchased, we plant a tree, making your choice environmentally friendly.

Transform your home today with our beautiful, thoughtfully designed lamps. Visit our product page to explore our collection and find the perfect lighting for your space.