Many people spend a great deal of time & money decorating and furnishing their home to create an atmosphere only to find that something is missing.
Good lighting will complement and complete the effect you are seeking, but remember that bright lighting is not always good lighting.
Colour is most important, incandescent bulbs help create a cosy atmosphere in living areas, whilst fluorescent lamps give a cooler, more efficient light for utility areas. A room painted in a dark colour will need more light, as much of it will be absorbed. Lighter coloured walls will reflect more light you can therefore add colour to a room by illuminating a coloured surface.
Avoid using one central light, which will create hard shadows and possibly glare, instead aim to use plenty of different light sources to create pools of light, giving a much more interesting effect.
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