A GUIDE ON HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT LIGHTING FOR EACH ROOM
Foyer
The foyer is the first impression of the home interior. Place traditional chandeliers or modern pendants, or transitional lights near the ceiling in the hallway to provide basic lighting and create an inviting ambiance. Bring your artwork to life and light it with halogen lights from the track or adjustable recessed downlights. Mirrors also add a special decorative touch to the room. Make sure your decorative furniture matches the space. Not all foyers can accommodate large chandeliers, so make sure you use the right proportions.
Stairways and Halls
stairways and halls must have good general lighting for safety. Combine foyer chandeliers and pendants with low-ceiling hallway lighting. Complement your suspended foyer lighting fixtures with matching wall lights
LIVING ROOM
Use lighting to improve the ambiance of a room or show off wall textures, accent artwork, or simply create general lighting for your living room, family room, playroom, or bedroom. Different types of luminaires are suitable for both general and accent lighting needs. Use recessed lights to illuminate general areas. This is preferred as the light source is hidden. Ceiling lights, wall lights, and interior lamps are also great choices and provide ample lighting. These lights are not only decorative but also ideal light sources for reading and playing. Wall lights are a good alternative when table space is limited.
Dining Room
Accent the dining room with lighting. The lighting is the focal point of the space, so it should express your personal style while meeting your general lighting needs. Use a chandelier or pendant for general lighting. Recessed wall washers also provide additional light and help create the illusion of more space. Consider a chandelier with built-in downlights for additional table lighting. Also, place accent lighting in the room. Aim the adjustable halogen downlights at the table and chandelier. This brings additional light to the table and also brings out the glow of the chandelier. Closet lighting mounted on valances and closets also adds drama.
Kitchen
The kitchen is the busiest place in the house. This is not only where food is prepared, but also where family and guests gather. Choose decorative fluorescent lights in the center of your work area. Downlights are a great way to provide additional general lighting. Under-cabinet fluorescent lights are also a cost-effective light source. Open areas above the sink use recessed downlights mounted directly above the sink. Mini pendants mounted are an ideal way to illuminate a breakfast bar or dining counter. Illuminate special home features, architectural details, or food display areas with a track or recessed lighting. Use it under cupboard, valance, and foot cabinet lighting to create drama while providing additional light to help you navigate your kitchen in the evening.
Bathroom
Bathroom lighting is generally standard with halogen bulbs, but modern Compact fluorescent lamps are also a great option. Use multiple recessed or surface-mounted decorative lights. In larger bathrooms, add overhead fixtures to complement the bathtub wall mount. A close companion to the ceiling complements the bathtub wall bracket in a large bathroom. Install the light above the mirror to illuminate the bathroom, but note that it casts a shadow on the face. When using recessed lights, avoid shadows by not mounting them directly above mirrors. Adding a wall mount to the side of the mirror is one of the best ways to eliminate face shadows.
Use supplemental lighting for decoration or function in unexpected places. Try small recessed lights aimed at decorative works of art. Use recessed lighting or ceiling-mounted plastic units in showers. Tilt the recessed shower faucet to highlight your beautiful tile work or make your shower faucet shine.
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