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Lighting plan considerations for beautiful rooms
Here’s how to enhance the spaces in your home with a cohesive lighting plan.
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A successful home lighting plan uses three key types of light: ambient, task, and accent. This layered approach enhances mood and functionality in every room.
For open-plan living, use a mix of pendants and recessed lights to define zones. In kitchens, consider practical under-cabinet and plinth lighting for ease of use.
Bathrooms require both task lighting from backlit mirrors and calming ambient options. In living rooms, use dimmable lamps and accent lights to create a relaxing atmosphere.
Lighting for open-plan living and kitchen spaces
In this Cockle Bay kitchen, designed by MS Studio, a symphony of curves and angles is accentuated by a multi-faceted lighting plan. Image: John Williams
This lighting plan for a Remuera bathroom designed by Yellowfox creates a decidedly moody, ambient space. Image: John Williams
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