9 Cozy Bedside Lighting Ideas

To make sure your bedside setup is as cozy as it is functional, there are a few things to keep in mind.

First of all, aim for a reading light that’s bright enough to light up your page but not so bright it gets in the way of winding down. Think about tone, brightness and direction.

“I pay close attention to the placement and direction of each fitting — for instance, specifying low-level, warm reading lights that don’t cast glare across the pillow,” says designer Philippa Rae. “The goal is to … support rest and relaxation in the evening.”

The sconce in this A. Perry Homes bedroom provides soft, diffused illumination.