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17 March 2025
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Environmental lighting with LED displays: Create the right atmosphere for your venue or space

Environmental lighting with LED displays: Create the right atmosphere for your venue or space

Creating the right atmosphere in your premises is important, whether you decorating a hotel, an office or a shop. The right lighting can transform a dull space into an inviting, dynamic or relaxing environment. This is where mood lighting with LED video displays comes into play. Together, they offer a great option to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of your interior design.

In this article, we’ll go over how mood lighting with LED video displays can be used to create the perfect atmosphere in any premises. Let’s dive into why these lighting options are so effective, how you can use them and examples that can inspire your design.

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What is environmental lighting?

Environmental lighting is the primary source of light in a room or space. Its purpose is to create an even level of illumination throughout the space, providing comfort and visibility without being distracting. Lighting sets the tone for your environment and acts as the backdrop against which all other lighting and interior design features are highlighted.

The benefits of atmospheric ambient lighting:

  • Creates a pleasant environment: Well-placed lighting makes a room or space feel welcoming.
  • Reduces eye strain: By illuminating the space evenly, it helps to reduce the contrast between light and dark areas.
  • Enhances other furniture: It acts as a backdrop for other forms of lighting, such as task lighting or accent lighting.
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The role of LED displays in creating the right atmosphere

LED displays are a versatile tool used not only for signage and advertising. Modern LED technology has made it possible to use these displays in shops, workplaces, and commercial premises to enhance the atmosphere. They provide flexibility in colors, animations, and brightness, making them perfect for creating a lively and engaging environment.

The benefits of using LED video displays:

  • Customizable content: LED displays allow you to show all kinds of images and videos, from tranquil landscapes to animated art, to suit the mood you want to create.
  • Energy efficiency: LED technology consumes significantly less power compared to traditional lighting options.
  • Longevity: LED lights last longer, reducing maintenance needs and replacement costs.

How to combine environmental lighting with LED video displays

Using LED displays as ambient lighting creates a captivating space that engages all the senses. Here’s how you can use them together effectively:

Choose the right type of environmental lighting

  • Ceiling-mounted LED displays: LED displays can create stylish focal points in various professional or commercial spaces.
  • Recessed lighting: Ideal for modern, minimalist environments, providing soft and even lighting.
  • Wall-mounted LED displays: Effective in corridors, receptions, or shops, where they distribute light discreetly and improve the overall impression.

In a store, for example, you can use wall-mounted LED video walls to display seasonal promotions or scenic images that create an inviting atmosphere that attracts customers and enhances their shopping experience.

Improving the surrounding environment

  • Dynamic backgrounds: LED displays can project changing backgrounds that adapt throughout the day, mimicking natural light for a more dynamic atmosphere.
  • Seasonal themes: Change the visual to suit the season; for example, soft snowfall during winter or blooming flowers in spring.
  • Display branded content: Use LED displays to show branded content, such as company stories, promotional videos, or behind-the-scenes footage, and create an engaging and informative experience for visitors in retail or public environments.

For example, a yoga studio can use LED video displays or video walls to show calming nature scenes during meditation sessions, enhancing the sense of peace and tranquillity.

Tips for installing LED video displays as environmental lighting in different spaces

Retail spaces

  • Store entrances and shop windows: Use LED displays at the entrance or in shop windows to create an inviting atmosphere, combined with current promotions or featured products.
  • Product displays: Combine soft lighting with LED displays that highlight specific products or collections, increasing product visibility and creating an engaging shopping experience.
  • Checkout area: Bright and focused lighting with an LED display showing brand messages or seasonal promotions can attract attention and reinforce the store’s identity while maintaining a modern and stylish look.

Office spaces

  • Meeting room: Use atmospheric lighting that can be adjusted for presentations or collaboration. A large LED display can be used to show images or to change the mood with inspiring videos.
  • Reception areas: Welcome customers and visitors with warm lighting and an LED display showing company highlights or calming images.
  • Workplaces: Choose work-oriented lighting and combine it with LED displays that provide customized backgrounds to reduce stress and inspire creativity.

Commercial spaces

  • High-traffic areas: Use bright and evenly distributed ambient lighting to ensure visibility, while LED displays can highlight messages, wayfinding signage, or advertisements and guide people through the space effectively.
  • Public transportation: Combine ambient lighting with LED displays showing real-time schedules, advertising, and key messages to keep commuters informed and engaged.
  • Hotels, restaurants, and cafes: Use warm, dimmable lighting to create a cozy dining experience, while LED displays can show menu highlights, scenic views, or thematic images.


For example, a hotel can use LED displays to showcase rotating digital art, making each visit unique for customers.

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Factors to consider

Color temperature

The color temperature of your ambient lighting can greatly affect the feel of a space or room. Warm white (around 2700K-3000K) is suitable for cozy, inviting spaces, while cool white (4000K-5000K) works better in areas that require focus and attention.

Levels of brightness

Make sure that the environmental lighting is bright enough for general use, but not so intense that it becomes uncomfortable. In many cases, LED displays have the ability to adjust brightness, allowing for flexible control.

Content selection for LED displays

Choose content that is in line with the purpose of your premises or space. In a professional setting, simple, clean animations or abstract art may be most appropriate. In retail, dynamic product videos, promotions, or seasonal images can grab customers’ attention and drive sales.

For example, an LED display in a clothing store can showcase new arrivals, clothing ideas, or limited-time discounts, creating a visually engaging experience that encourages purchase.

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Summary

The key to using LED displays for environmental lighting well is balance. Your goal is to enhance the mood and functionality of the space or room without taking over the overall design. Experiment with different combinations and remember that both elements should complement each other for best results.

Whether you’re looking to freshen up your retail environment, furnish a new office or revamp a commercial space, LED displays are a modern and flexible solution to enhance the atmosphere of your space or location. With endless customization possibilities, you can create unique, inviting and engaging environments tailored to your specific needs.

Want to know more about how LED displays can benefit you and your business? Contact us and we’ll help you develop a customized LED display solution to suit your needs.

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