Under Summer Spires at Farmview

Lam Lighting at Farmview, a beautifully considered country home and shoot location hosted by Amy.

Beneath the tall spire of the village church, tucked quietly within the surrounding countryside, sits Farmview, a beautifully considered country home and interior shoot location hosted by Amy. We arrived on a bright morning to find chickens roaming freely through the yard and sunlight spilling across the garden. Fresh vegetables had already been gathered from the kitchen garden, while a table laid outside promised tea and homemade cake later in the day. It immediately felt calm, welcoming and entirely authentic. The kind of place where every detail has settled naturally over time.

For Lam Lighting, Farmview proved to be an inspiring setting in which to photograph both existing and newly launched collections. More importantly, it was a home where our lights felt completely at ease. We were photographing within a house full of character, craftsmanship and thoughtful design.

We began in the kitchen, where a pair of Ophelia pendants already hang above the dining table. Seeing our lights established within a real home is always a pleasure, and these felt perfectly suited to the room. Surrounded by soft cabinetry, natural timber and gathered foliage, they demonstrated how lighting becomes most successful when it feels entirely at home within its surroundings.

Elsewhere in the kitchen, we styled a Grand Giselle pendant above the sink, accompanied by one of our solid brass switches. The gentle sculptural form of the porcelain shade sat beautifully amongst the natural materials that run throughout the house, whilst the brass detailing provided a subtle connection between functional elements and decorative ones.

Looking across the wider kitchen, we styled a Bergholt Cottage wall light beside the window and a Giselle pendant within the pantry, hoping to echo one of the things we admired most about this home. Every space, no matter how practical or modest, had been afforded the same level of care and consideration.

The washroom, with its open shelving lined with terracotta pots, folded linens and gathered botanical finds created a space that felt both practical and deeply nostalgic. Here we photographed the Keats in two different configurations, demonstrating its versatility as both a Small Keats plug-in pendant and a Large Keats ceiling light. The simplicity of the design allowed it to settle effortlessly amongst the natural textures and muted palette of the room.

The living room offered another expression of Farmview’s character. Soft neutral tones, natural materials and carefully chosen furnishings created a space that felt both elegant and entirely relaxed. Here, a Boxted Cottage Wall Light and matching brass switch sat quietly within the architecture of the room. Whilst photographing this corner, Amy was enormously helpful with styling, carefully adjusting and refining details within the frame. We particularly loved the restraint of her choices. Nothing felt overworked or contrived, yet every object contributed to the atmosphere of the space.

Viewed from the opposite side of the room, a Grand Giselle Wall Sconce provided a gentle focal point against painted panelling. It was a reminder that lighting can be a feature or sculptural statement within a room to have a meaningful impact when lit or sleeping. Sometimes its greatest contribution is simply helping a space feel complete.

One of the themes that emerged throughout the day was the importance of transitional spaces. The areas between rooms are often overlooked, yet they play an important role in shaping how a home is experienced. A Petite Giselle Bergholt Wall Light helped guide the transition from living space to hallway, whilst a flush fitting Small Keats illuminated the stairwell beyond. Together they demonstrated how thoughtful lighting can create continuity throughout a home.

Upstairs, the children’s bedroom provided a softer, more playful palette. Here, a Bergholt Cottage Wall Light sat comfortably amongst gingham fabrics, painted furniture and treasured possessions, complementing the room’s gentle character without overwhelming it.

The principal bedroom offered an opportunity to explore different bedside lighting arrangements. Working alongside Amy, we styled two distinct options. On one side, the Bergholt Linen introduced an additional layer of softness through its fabric shade, whilst on the other, the Bergholt Small Keats provided a clean and understated presence. It was a useful reminder that lighting choices are rarely about right or wrong solutions, but about finding the character that best suits a particular room or person.

By the end of the day, we had created a substantial collection of imagery, but perhaps more importantly, we had spent time within a home that genuinely understands the value of thoughtful interiors. Farmview provided the perfect backdrop for our collections, not because it demanded attention, but because it allowed the details, materials and craftsmanship within each piece to speak naturally.