From Ganesh Chaturthi through Diwali and into wedding season, homes in Maharashtra host more guests between August and February than the rest of the year combined. Good lighting does more for that festive feeling than any amount of décor. A few principles we come back to:
Choose warm light — and keep it consistent
For living and dining spaces, choose warm white bulbs of around 2700K. It flatters skin tones, brings out the colour of silk and gold, and matches the glow of diyas. Avoid mixing warm and cool bulbs in the same room; it is the quickest way to make a space feel unfinished.
Layer three kinds of light
Ambient light from a chandelier or ceiling light fills the room. Accent light from wall lights and table lamps adds depth and makes corners usable. Decorative light — diyas, lanterns, string lights — sits on top for the occasion. When all three are in place, the festive layer feels intentional rather than added on.
Put everything on a dimmer
The same living room has to work for a puja in the morning, a family lunch and a card party at midnight. Dimmable fixtures let one room change mood through the day. All Inara pieces can be supplied dimmable.
Let brass do the work
Antique and satin brass reflect warm light beautifully and feel at home alongside traditional silver and copper. A candle-arm chandelier in antique brass suits both a classic Peshwa-inspired interior and a modern apartment.
Plan before the season, not during it
Made-to-order pieces take a few weeks, so if you want a new chandelier up before Diwali or a family wedding, start the conversation early. Send us a message with your dates and we’ll plan backwards from them.
