Kitchen Design Lighting
Lighting will play a major role in the look and feel of your kitchen. A combination of different light types will give you the control you need to both set the right mood and to work efficiently while cooking. There are a number of factors to consider when incorporating lighting into a kitchen design. In this article, we examine some important points to remember. There are three main elements to consider when lighting any room - ambient lighting, task lighting, and mood lighting. Each plays its part in creating an overall lighting scheme for your kitchen - a process known as layering. Ambient lighting provides general illumination for space. Task lighting is stronger and more direct and is turned on when work is being done. Mood lighting provides more control over the feel of the room and is useful if you also entertain in your kitchen. Ambient Lighting Well-placed ceiling lights will be responsible for the bulk of your ambient lighting and you have no shortage of o...