A Home Where Vertical Lines Shine｜kiharo__ouchi Residence
CTSH LIGHT. pendant lights were selected for the entrance and atrium.
The entrance features the "Ljus Porcelain Friko E17".
The atrium features the "CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG E17".
White walls, wooden floors, natural light streaming through the windows, and a warm glow visible from outside at night.
Different materials and shapes of lighting have been incorporated to suit each space.
This installation at the kiharo__ouchi residence highlights the striking corner accent in the entrance and the vertical lines of the atrium.
The Soft Glow of Porcelain in the Entrance
In the entrance, the "Ljus Porcelain Friko E17" is suspended in a wall corner.
The soft white of the porcelain shade and the warm texture of the brass parts.
A black cord extends smoothly from there, creating a delicate vertical line within the space.
The floor has a wooden texture, and the walls are a soft white.
Even without large decorations, the combination of lighting, a vase, and branches creates a quiet, distinctive atmosphere in one corner of the entrance.
The entrance is the first place you see when entering a home.
By placing a small light there, it becomes more than just a passageway—it becomes a memorable entrance to the home.
The Concept of Lighting a Corner
In this entrance, the lighting is placed in a wall corner rather than in the center of the space.
This placement allows light to spread softly across the white wall, creating gentle shadows.
Pendant lights do not always have to be suspended in the center of a room.
In spaces such as entrances, hallways, and stairwells, deliberately placing them near a wall or in a corner creates a sense of depth.
By placing the light close to the wall, the light reflects off the surface, spreading a gentle brightness.
At the same time, the light fixture itself becomes a subtle accent.
This "corner accent" approach is another way to incorporate pendant lights that CTSH LIGHT. recommends.
The Gentle Elegance of Porcelain and Brass
The Porcelain Friko is a pendant light combining a porcelain shade with brass parts.
Porcelain is a material that catches the light from the bulb and diffuses it softly.
As a result, the light is not overly direct, making it well-suited to calming spaces such as an entrance.
Meanwhile, the addition of brass parts gives the space a slightly more refined feel.
The softness of porcelain.
The warmth of brass.
The clean line of the black cord.
The natural texture of the wooden floor.
Each material complements the others, creating a simple yet memorable entrance space.
The Vertical Lines of Brass LONG in the Atrium
The "CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG E17" was selected for the atrium.
A black cord extends down from the high ceiling.
At its end hangs a solid brass light fixture.
Its simple cylindrical form beautifully accentuates the height of the atrium.
While the height of an atrium is one of its most attractive features, it can sometimes look somewhat empty.
By suspending a thin cord and a small brass light, a vertical rhythm is created within the space.
Rather than making a bold statement with a large light fixture, the light is cast delicately and quietly.
Its understated presence beautifully highlights the open space of the atrium.
The Quiet Rhythm Created by Two Lights
Two Brass LONG lights are suspended in the atrium.
By arranging two lights instead of just one, a pleasant rhythm is created within the space.
Rather than aligning them at the same height, the long cords draw attention to the vertical dimension of the space.
The light fixtures emerge quietly against the windows and walls.
Because the CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG has such a simple shape, it does not feel overly heavy even when used in multiple fixtures.
The height of the atrium can be accentuated.
Yet, a bold presence like that of a large chandelier can be avoided.
The Brass LONG is well-suited to such spaces when suspended in multiple fixtures.
Enjoying the Shadows by Day and the Glow by Night
These photographs reveal different expressions during the day and at night.
During the day, natural light from the windows falls across the walls, beautifully illuminating the shadows of plants and window frames.
The brass pendant lights hang quietly among them, blending into the space even when they are not lit.
At night, the warm glow inside becomes visible from outside.
Two lights float behind the windows against the dark exterior.
Their glow gives the entire home a warm impression.
Lighting is not only meant to be seen from inside.
At night, it also influences how the home looks from the outside.
The small lights suspended in the atrium create a gentle presence in the exterior at night, which is another appealing feature of this installation.
An Open Space Where Natural Light and Artificial Light Meet
What is striking about the photographs of the kiharo__ouchi residence is the relationship between natural light and artificial lighting.
During the day, light from the windows casts shadows on the walls and floors, allowing the passage of time to be felt within the space.
The presence of lighting makes the space beautiful even when it is not lit.
At night, the warm glow of the bulbs spreads across the walls, creating a calm atmosphere different from that of the daytime.
Enjoy natural light by day.
Enjoy artificial light by night.
Lighting made from materials such as porcelain and brass can complement both.
It does not make an overly bold statement, yet it clearly shapes the atmosphere of the space.
This installation demonstrates such an approach to lighting.
Using Different Materials for the Entrance and Atrium
In this project, different products were selected for the entrance and atrium.
The Porcelain Friko for the entrance.
The CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG for the atrium.
Even though both are pendant lights, choosing different materials and shapes for each space creates an atmosphere suited to each.
The entrance is greeted by the soft light of porcelain.
The atrium is illuminated by brass vertical lines that accentuate the height of the space.
Rather than using the same lighting throughout, choosing fixtures suited to the function of each space creates a natural sense of unity across the home.
Porcelain and brass share a quiet presence that highlights the character of the materials.
Summary
The kiharo__ouchi residence features the "Ljus Porcelain Friko E17" in the entrance and the "CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG E17" in the atrium.
The soft light of porcelain in the corner of the entrance.
The long vertical lines of solid brass in the atrium.
Natural light from the windows.
Shadows on the walls.
A warm glow visible from outside at night.
Each element complements the others, creating a quiet sense of openness and depth within the home.
For those who want to incorporate striking lighting in their entrance.
For those who want to suspend multiple pendant lights in their atrium.
For those who want to use porcelain and brass in different spaces.
This installation is highly recommended as a reference.
Credit
kiharo__ouchi Residence
Products Used
Entrance: Ljus Porcelain Friko E17
Atrium: CIRCLE Solid Brass LONG E17
Recommended by CTSH LIGHT.
