Lighting can make a huge difference in the way a room feels, and it can dramatically affect how a room functions. In addition, as proven by a number of studies, notably in regions with extremely abbreviated daylight hours, light can make a big difference in how we feel.
Properly planned lights should illuminate housework, reading, hobbies, playing, homework, meal preparation, and the many other activities that take place in a home. Unfortunately, many older homes and apartments have completely inadequate lighting—a single ceiling-mounted fixture at best.
In this section of HomeTips we take a closer look at home lighting and how using proper lighting techniques can make all the difference.
