Interior Designer Tips for Placing Wooden Wall Lights in a Home Office

The most effective way to place wooden wall lights in a home office is to mount them to the side of your desk rather than directly behind your screen, at a height that keeps the bulb out of your line of sight while seated. Interior designers usually work in pairs, either side of a desk or shelving run, and match the timber tone to at least one other wooden piece in the room. In this guide we share the placement principles designers rely on, from avoiding screen glare and shadows on your keyboard to getting flattering light for video calls. We also look at choosing between swing arm, fixed and up and down designs, how to match oak, walnut and ash finishes to your furniture, and how to blend wall lights with daylight and a desk lamp. The aim is a workspace that feels calm and focused during the day and warm and welcoming once work is done....