Georgian (1714–1837)
Lighting was soft and atmospheric, created through candles and early oil lamps held in elegant metal sconces and chandeliers. This was a world of craftsmanship and candlelit ambience, long before electricity reshaped the evening mood.
Lighting Design Inspiration
How to light your garden with Zara Vaux
The lighting Designer explores wildlife-friendly illumination When the sun sets, a garden shouldn’t disappear into darkness. According to lighting designer Zara Vaux, thoughtful illumination can extend the atmosphere...
Sean Symington’s vision for Soho Lighting at Chelsea
Interior designer Sean Symington set out to create something fresh, inviting and quietly unexpected for our Chelsea Flower Show stand this year. At the heart...
An Explorer’s Orangery with Henry Agg
At this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, our stand is conceived as an immersive Victorian‑inspired orangery, a place of discovery, atmosphere and quiet drama. Drawing...