"Every home has its shadows, and the landing is often one of them. Tucked between rooms and often cut off from daylight, it's a space that's all too easy to overlook. But with a little thought - the right lighting, a fresh palette and a few smart design choices - even the darkest landing can become a space that feels light and bright. We asked a panel of interior, colour and lighting experts to share their go-to advice."
""Landings are rarely designed with light in mind," explains Colin Wells, head of technical at Keylite Roof Windows. "They're often treated as a connecting corridor rather than a space in their own right, which means natural light isn't prioritised at the design stage." The result is that many landings sit at the centre of the home, surrounded by solid walls and closed doors that prevent daylight from filtering through."
Landings are often designed as connecting corridors, surrounded by solid walls and closed doors that block natural light. Many lack windows or roof glazing and depend on borrowed light that disappears when doors are closed. Layered artificial lighting — including statement pendants and adjustable fittings — can restore brightness and character. Introducing roof glazing, daylight-boosting windows or glazed doors allows more natural light to penetrate. Light, reflective paints and finishes amplify available light while subtle architectural tweaks improve circulation of daylight. Small, considered changes to lighting, glazing and colour can make landings feel more open, connected and welcoming.
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