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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 lighting plan enhances your home's mood and functionality by layering three light types: ambient, task, and accent. A cohesive scheme is crucial for defining zones in open-plan living while maintaining a unified feel.
For kitchens, combine pendants with practical under-cabinet and plinth lighting. In bathrooms, balance essential task lighting from backlit mirrors with calming ambient lights. Use dimmable lamps and accent lighting in living rooms to create a relaxing atmosphere and highlight architectural features.
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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