I think lighting has a huge influence on the vibe of a house and one of my favourite parts of the house renovation process is choosing the lighting. When it comes to chic – I’ve been coveting these gorgeous Lee Bloom cut glass bulbs for the last 12 months.

I think they’re super elegant and super simple and they add a touch of sparkle to any ceiling. I’m currently playing around with configurations for a couple of my rooms … Loving the Chandelier version too!

…and the decanter version is super gorgeous. I’m a huge fan of Waterford crystal and always set my table with their glassware. These light fittings also from designer Lee Broom are just divine and would provide the perfect mood lighting for any setting!

When it comes to cheap – I think one of the best lighting styles around are these simple paper flower globes from Ikea. I’ve had to ship them in from overseas in the past but they’re available on trademe now for around $200.

I’m amazed at how often these cheap but chic light fittings feature on overseas design shows like Grand Designs – after a million dollar makeover, they hang a $200 light fitting and it works perfectly – my philosophy is that a little goes a long way if you choose carefully!