Lighting is an integral part in interior design. It can create suitable atmosphere corresponding an initial purpose of place owners.
- Mood and ambience
Lighting is capable of creating mood and ambience for the place. To get the appropriate ones, shapes, and the effects they can bring in the room should be considered. What should it be done in case of needing various moods in one place? The answer is: it is okay to install different kinds of lighting as long as it can serve necessary purposes.
- Functionality and light levels
An improper lighting system can waste electricity. Therefore, one need to determine what kind of lighting that they need. For example, chandeliers can be placed centrally and provide excellent illusion. Thus, it should be installed in large, open foyers or entryway. Additionally, light levels are another element to be considered. Light level in kitchens must be higher than bedrooms and living rooms. The reason for this is the demand of high light intensity in where housewares are used usually.
- General lighting
In absence of natural light, general lighting may be the main light source of an area. Pendant lights, chandeliers, or downlight can bring sufficient light intensity to serve this purpose.
- Task lighting
Task lighting is usually an economical lighting solution because it just lights a particular area. Place owners can choose desk lamps, table lamps, or floor lamps based on their purposes of use.
- Accent lighting
Accent lighting can be used to create impressive effects. Some retail stores can use this to accentuate particular objects like their new arrivals. Accent lighting can come from tracking lighting, under-cabinet lights or sconces.
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