There’s a lot that goes into making a living space feel homey and welcoming, and getting your lighting dialed in is right at the top of the list. There are three categories of lighting that you use ...

As I have mentioned before, there are four functions of light — Task, Accent, Decorative and Ambient. Each one plays an important role in creating a cohesive lighting design. Here is an explanation of ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are a lot of steps that you can take to enhance and elevate the luxury of your home, but one of the easiest is to select the right ...

The simplest things can make or break the design of a room. You might have beautiful furniture, art and flooring, but if the ambience still feels off, lighting is the likely culprit. Light inside our ...

As you are well aware of by now, the techniques of lighting have greatly evolved beyond simple table lamps and chandeliers. Still many homeowners have not updated their thinking much beyond this ...

The right lighting can make or break your kitchen. For both functionality and decor, you must incorporate several types of lighting, including task lighting, accent lighting, ambient lighting and ...

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