Inspiration

The seven elements of interior design – a guide to understanding and combining them
On the Pooky blog we’ve explored in detail each of the ‘seven elements of interior design’: space, colour, texture, line, form, pattern and lighting. In... read more

Lighting and the great designers: Le Corbusier
Le Corbusier is a giant of 20th century design: we look at his controversial life and ongoing influence on architecture, interior design, and, of course,... read more

Creating the mood: Lighting for a calm home
Turn your home into a peaceful haven with some simple, clever lighting choices… Lighting is the most important element of interior design – not only... read more

Pendant lights versus chandeliers – what's the difference and which should you choose?
They can be big and dazzling or elegantly understated, and they love hanging around in beautiful rooms – …but what exactly is the difference between... read more

Contemporary wood table lamps
Some are delicate, some are dramatic, some are rechargeable – and all work brilliantly in contemporary schemes. Here are some of our favourite wooden table... read more

Classic interior design styles and how to light them: the Bauhaus
Here’s a guide to possibly the most influential design movement of the last 100 years – and the contemporary lighting that it inspired… read more

7 extraordinary things you can do with a glass table lamp
It’s amazing what you can do with glass, isn’t it? Here are seven particularly beautiful kinds of table lamp, for example… read more

Light up the season! Six simple, festive lighting ideas for Christmas and beyond
With these easy home lighting tweaks you can keep that festive feeling of cosy warmth all the way through to spring… What’s the worst thing... read more

How to light a kitchen island - inspiration and ideas for pendants and more
If the kitchen island is the heart of your home, you need to light it properly. Here are some expert tips and ideas to inspire... read more