Adding skylights instantly brightens any room, but do you have questions about where they should be positioned in relation to windows, walls, countertops and vanities? If you have skylights on your to-do list, follow along as we explore 10 skylight installation ideas.
And be sure to connect with a VELUX Skylight Specialist for expert advice on size, model and installation method and location. Read more about why it’s best to hire a VELUX-certified installer, who brings years of installation know-how and daylight design expertise.
Align the skylights with windows.
Creating symmetry between skylights and windows is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it helps to draw the eye up and create a sense that the room is larger. In the HGTV® Dream Home 2022 sitting room, the skylights line up with the three windows below. The symmetrical balance extends to the decor as well with matching club chairs and floating bookshelves.
Offset skylights create drama
For a more modern look, consider offset skylights as in the bathroom below. Designers took advantage of the small space to add light and air where they’re needed: over the vanity and bathtub.
Roof ridge symmetry
Sometimes the ceiling’s architecture seems to call out for a certain skylight installation. In this mudroom, skylights equidistant from the roof ridge and directly above the glass doors creates a pleasing appearance.
Consider the room configuration
Not much space? Stacking skylights vertically, not only solves the space challenge in this small kitchen, their combined length extending up from the door creates an illusion that the kitchen is larger.
Push toward the wall
In this bedroom, skylights installed lower on the roof create a unique focal point that changes as the sun traverses the sky.
Accentuate the existing beauty of the ceiling
In this kitchen, the structural beams made skylight placement a simple choice.
Shine some light on design accents
In this bedroom, the skylights are spaced to mirror the door frames below. With a creative light shaft cutout, there’s even room for a globe pendant that’s enhanced by the abundant sunlight.
Mirror window configurations
Stacking the skylights vertically provides a perfect counterpoint to the tall windows over the sink.
Brighten work areas
Skylights brighten work areas at the sink and the island in this kitchen.
Highlight exposed beams
Interspersing skylights between roof beams adds architectural interest and creates visual rhythm that distinguishes this bedroom. Learn more about unique skylight installations for trussed roofs.
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