Moody moment

Atmosphere is key to achieving the perfect evening space. For a sultry corner in your home, choosing the right lighting can transport you into cocktail hour in a luxe hotel bar. Use a combination of lighting to keep the scheme effective but relaxed. Look to soft bulbs to hit the right mood, or choose materials through which the light can gently filter through – alabaster is the perfect choice for this. Using a high gloss paint in the room will also allow light to bounce around, no matter how dark the tone.

GET THE LOOK This space was designed by Rachel Chudley. For a similar wall light, try the Perforated Stanley in Brass, £86, Pooky