The finishing touch to any beautiful interior décor has to be the choice of lighting in a room. It is also one of the most difficult aspects of decorating to get right. It is not only the style of the light fittings that dictate the successful completion of the entire interior scheme but also the quality of the light itself. Modern designers have free reign with the choice of components available and they never fail to come up with wonderful and innovative ideas for using the various materials. Italian designers such as Rodolfo Dordoni and Valerio Bottin are included in the Foscarini range – recognised internationally to be among the leaders or lighting technology and design.

There can be energy wastage and even adverse health effects from poor lighting while proper lighting can enhance task performance or aesthetics.

Lighting fixtures come in a huge range of styles to enhance their use for different functions. Some are very plain and functional, while some are works of art in themselves. The Foscarini range fits in here and is rapidly earning their place as investor’s pieces as well as classical light fittings. Any type of material can be used for the production of light fittings so long as it can withstand the heat given off by the bulbs and is in keeping with safety codes. Choosing the correct fixtures is further complicated by the necessity of minimizing the veiling reflections off walls and printed fabrics.

Table lamps are vital for studies to provide concentrated task lighting and the ‘Bubble’ lamp by Valerio Bottin has become a favourite in stylish modern décor. This Foscarini table lamp in chrome metal and satin finished polycarbonate adds just the right touch to a modern study while providing a gently diffused glow by which to work or study. The lamp is neat in appearance with a cuddly round shape that is proving a hit with decorators all over the world.

The Foscarini floor lamp that is receiving much attention is ‘Twiggy’ – a tall slim curved floor lamp just like it’s name sake that has a drum shade. Designed by Marc Sadler this is a piece that perfectly complements a minimalist scheme. It is produced from a compound material and rests perfectly balanced on a lacquered fibreglass base. It provides task based light and is ideal for reading.

A ceiling light fitting that can be used in a variety of ways is called ‘Hola’ by Foscarini designers Roberto and Ludovica Palomba. This halogen lamp fitted with a lacquered metal support and a silkscreen printed glass diffuser can be used either on the ceiling or as a wall lamp. It looks sleek and provides a warm glowing light perfect for use a general lighting in a large area.