Design the lighting for the house

Lighting is the most important
aspect of a home decor.  Yet it had
been one of the most neglected aspects until recently.  Of late, however, attention to lighting has
undergone a paradigm shift.  Lighting
has now become a very important element in design.
It is no longer used to illuminate space.
Lighting now stands for atmosphere, aesthetics, tasks and to
see better in your home.  Choosing the
right lighting fixture for the house can be a daunting task.  Following some tips can help alleviate
this.

Purpose of lighting:

The very first step for correct
lighting is to determine whether the lighting need is task or direct lighting
or ambient or indirect lighting.  Task
lighting means that you focus the light on the area that needs to be
marked.  Ambient lighting is used to
enhance the atmosphere of the area. 
Once this has been determined, the fixtures can be selected.  The lighting design should suit the mood,
function and appearance of each room.

Types
of light sources:

During the
design of a house’s lighting, both aesthetics and functionality can be
maintained with the help of several light sources in rooms such as kitchens,
living rooms, bathrooms and bedrooms. 
In the kitchen, under counter lighting, ceiling lighting, cabinet
lighting, etc., you can get task lighting while providing a soft and cool
atmosphere.  In the living room, floor
lamps, tower lamps or freestanding lamps can strategically place a lot for
both functionality and aesthetics.  In
bathrooms, light can be provided around the mirror to prevent shadows and
improve clarity.  Recessed lighting
such as can luminaires that include a metal can in the ceiling to hold the
luminaires can be used.  They are
subtle and can be focused on certain areas. 
They can also be fitted with dimmers to brighten or reduce the
light.

The children’s room or nursery can have
special light designs such as “starlit sky”, light bulbs, etc. These
can be designed with children’s sleep patterns and requirements in mind.  The walls could be decorated with faint
wall scones that give a soothing soft glow in the room.  When designing indoor lighting for energy
efficiency, consider some basic design principles and
methods.

Energy efficient
lighting:

Certain principles must
be followed when designing energy-efficient lighting.  Installing work lights instead of too many
ambient lights, energy efficient controls and components, LED lights,
etc.  Would greatly reduce energy
consumption.