Your property’s lighting can define how it looks and operates, defining the mood of the space while helping you to carry out tasks with good visibility. If you think your business or home needs new lighting, you may be looking for ideas on how to improve your spaces.
Here are some of our top lighting ideas for 2023.
Popular lighting ideas and trends
Whether you’re looking for lighting installations or repairs, using a professional service is key for a successful renovation, accenting finishes, creating zones and defining your property style. Good lighting can produce cosy nooks, bright home offices, practical kitchens, 24/7 garden spaces, and homely living and sleeping environments, so it’s important to dedicate time to getting it right.
Popular lighting trends for 2023 include calming lights for living areas and bedrooms, bubble lights for stylish renovations and layered lights to create different moods within a single interior space. The popularity of pendant lights also continues to grow, especially in well-used spots such as dining areas, coming in a variety of shapes, colours and styles.
LED and energy-saving lights
With the cost of living crisis hitting households hard, many people are looking for ways in which new lighting installations can help reduce their overall energy consumption. Energy-efficient and LED lighting is a great solution.
Ask your lighting contractors about the best eco-friendly products to use, from LED light strips to wall lights. LED products use much less energy than traditional bulbs and can last much longer – win-win!
Outdoor lighting installations
Good outdoor lighting can make a big statement, giving your exterior spaces an uplift. Outside living trends are on the rise, with many households socialising, relaxing and dining in the great outdoors, especially after spending so much time at home during the pandemic.
Work with a lighting expert to identify the best spots for outdoor lighting installations, including wall lights by doors and seating areas, illuminated garden landscapes and romantically-lit water features.

Repair old lights
While replacing outdated fixtures is often on the to-do list at the start of the year, if you're happy with how your lighting looks but installations aren't working as they should, it's time to call an expert for help.
It's vital your lighting is safe, reliable and in good working condition, so any issues like flickering lights or switches that don't work should be a red flag that new installations are required.
A professional lighting contractor will talk you through what's needed, and once the job is completed, you'll probably wonder why you didn't get it fixed sooner.
Get new lighting solutions for 2023
Are you looking for a trusted local lighting specialist? At DTEEC, we offer professional lighting installations and repairs, ensuring your spaces are perfectly lit, whether it's a domestic or commercial property. We operate throughout London and Surrey, including Carshalton, Cheam and Epsom.
For a free, no-obligation quote and chat about your lighting needs, contact us now.