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Posted: Wed Feb 11, 2026 1:37 pm
I am asking in the chat precisely: is it possible to create a similar atmosphere
of the golden hour at home or in an apartment? Here is what they write
to me: “The atmosphere of the golden hour — soft warm light with long shadows,
characteristic of the time before sunset when the sun is low above the horizon —
can be recreated in an apartment or a house. This method is achieved with
the help of correct placement of light sources, the choice of their temperature and
intensity, as well as the use of additional interior elements.” Well, and further here
they give me examples: “What is the golden hour from the point of view of light?
It is the angle of illumination. During the golden hour, the sun is at an angle
of 0-10 degrees to the horizon, which creates long shadows and soft diffused
light. The light falls almost horizontally, emphasizing textures and creating
a warm atmosphere. Color temperature. The light of the sun at sunset has a
warm shade of about 2000-3500 Kelvins with an orange-yellow or pinkish tone.
Intensity. The light is soft, not sharp, often scattered by clouds or the atmosphere.
Shadows. Long soft shadows with smooth edges that add depth and drama.
To create a similar atmosphere, one needs to imitate a low angle of light, a
warm color temperature, and softness of illumination.” And here are step-
by-step instructions: “Choice of light source. These are lamps with a warm color
temperature. Use lamps with a temperature of 2000-3000 Kelvins. This
corresponds to sunset light. Examples. These are LED lamps with the marking
‘warm white’, incandescent lamps, or smart lamps that allow you to regulate
the temperature of the light. Avoid cold light of 4000-6500, as it creates
a sharp daytime atmosphere. Dimmers. Install lamps with adjustable brightness.
Dimmable, to control the intensity of light and make it softer, like at sunset.
Angle of illumination. To imitate the low sun, the light must fall at an angle
close to the horizon, 0-15 degrees relative to the surface of the floor or walls.
Placement of light sources. Low placement. Place lamps at floor level or slightly
higher, for example, 30-50 cm from the floor. Floor lamps or LED strips installed
along the baseboards are ideally suited. Direction of light. Direct the lamps
at an angle upward and to the side, so that the light glides along the walls,
floor, or furniture, creating long shadows. For example, install a lamp in
the corner of a room and direct its light across the room to the opposite wall.
An angle of 10-20 degrees for a realistic effect. The angle between the beam of light
and the horizontal surface should be small. Recommendation of what to avoid.
of the golden hour at home or in an apartment? Here is what they write
to me: “The atmosphere of the golden hour — soft warm light with long shadows,
characteristic of the time before sunset when the sun is low above the horizon —
can be recreated in an apartment or a house. This method is achieved with
the help of correct placement of light sources, the choice of their temperature and
intensity, as well as the use of additional interior elements.” Well, and further here
they give me examples: “What is the golden hour from the point of view of light?
It is the angle of illumination. During the golden hour, the sun is at an angle
of 0-10 degrees to the horizon, which creates long shadows and soft diffused
light. The light falls almost horizontally, emphasizing textures and creating
a warm atmosphere. Color temperature. The light of the sun at sunset has a
warm shade of about 2000-3500 Kelvins with an orange-yellow or pinkish tone.
Intensity. The light is soft, not sharp, often scattered by clouds or the atmosphere.
Shadows. Long soft shadows with smooth edges that add depth and drama.
To create a similar atmosphere, one needs to imitate a low angle of light, a
warm color temperature, and softness of illumination.” And here are step-
by-step instructions: “Choice of light source. These are lamps with a warm color
temperature. Use lamps with a temperature of 2000-3000 Kelvins. This
corresponds to sunset light. Examples. These are LED lamps with the marking
‘warm white’, incandescent lamps, or smart lamps that allow you to regulate
the temperature of the light. Avoid cold light of 4000-6500, as it creates
a sharp daytime atmosphere. Dimmers. Install lamps with adjustable brightness.
Dimmable, to control the intensity of light and make it softer, like at sunset.
Angle of illumination. To imitate the low sun, the light must fall at an angle
close to the horizon, 0-15 degrees relative to the surface of the floor or walls.
Placement of light sources. Low placement. Place lamps at floor level or slightly
higher, for example, 30-50 cm from the floor. Floor lamps or LED strips installed
along the baseboards are ideally suited. Direction of light. Direct the lamps
at an angle upward and to the side, so that the light glides along the walls,
floor, or furniture, creating long shadows. For example, install a lamp in
the corner of a room and direct its light across the room to the opposite wall.
An angle of 10-20 degrees for a realistic effect. The angle between the beam of light
and the horizontal surface should be small. Recommendation of what to avoid.