Dean Hearne
When considering lighting in the darker months of the year, it isn’t about trying to recreate summer sunlight. It is more about embracing winter’s natural light, and working to amplify it on those darker winter days.
Layer your Lighting
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Electrical lighting has so many approaches that it’s essential to consider rooms individually. Think about the natural light they receive, the purpose of the space and the decorative style of the room. Varied and layered lighting – a mix of lamps, wall lights and pendants – is often the best plan, but in a kitchen overhead lighting is essential. If you’re embarking on a full renovation project, try to avoid covering the ceiling in a grid of lights. Instead, think about where you need light specifically, for example do you want to highlight an artwork or architectural features? It is also always good to install a strong task light over a kitchen worktop. As for pendants and wall lights, there are some fantasti