Interior design expert Laurie Smith explores the idea of choosing lighting fixtures for the home as if they were works of art. Find lamps with character and let them define the space.

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Contemporary lighting design.

Finished in western bronze or imperial silver. 

Available styles include a 7 light chandelier and a 1 light wall sconce.

 Quoizel creates more than lighting and home accessories, they create timeless pieces designed with you in mind. This kind of dedication, integrity and quality not only goes into the design of their products, but it’s in the way they do business as well. It’s why Quoizel has grown from a small company to become one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of fine decorative lighting and home accessories.

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GET THE JOB DONE - Household jobs are easier to tackle in an organized, well lit space.

RIGHT LIGHT: Get Ready, Get Set, Get Efficient

Don't waste energy or time by working in a dim space. A task area, whether for cooking, office work or laundry, is more efficient when illuminated properly. Prepare your work space by providing three main layers of light:

• Portable: When working on a detailed task or at a desk, a portable lamp usually provides the main source of light.
• Overhead: While usually providing a secondary source of light, overhead lighting - such as a chandelier, pendant or ceiling fan - is essential at night or other dark time of day.
• Ambient: Create a cozy, comfortable feel in a work area by utilizing ambient lighting to light bookshelves or accent artwork.

BRIGHT TIPS: Pendants Provide Perfect Task Light

Make the overhead lighting in a workroom more functional and pleasing by replacing outdated overhead lights with pendants. Two pendants will balance the illumination by evenly distributing light across a desk or counter. The more focused light from multiple pendants generates fewer shadows and less glare, resulting in a more productive work space.

EXPERT ADVICE: Want more home lighting ideas? Ask a professional.

What is the proper number of recessed cans for a 12-foot by 17-foot kitchen?
A good rule of thumb for a kitchen is to use recessed lighting with 75-watt PAR light bulbs with a flood distribution. These are halogen reflector lamps, which efficiently direct the light out from the can to the surface being illuminated. Place the fixtures around the perimeter of the room (30 inches away from the wall) and approximately 6 feet apart.

How high should pendant lights be placed above a counter with bar stools?
Generally, the bottom of the pendants should not be lower than 5½ feet above the floor. This allows for a clear view across the room from both a seating and standing position.

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POWDER ROOM PERFECTION

The powder room, typically a main floor half-bath, is often the home's smallest room. Yet, if you measure its worth by the amount of traffic a room gets per square foot, the powder room could easily be the most valuable space in your house. For this reason, you'll want to make sure you get the design right, especially the lighting, which can contribute dramatically to the overall effect of your space. Don't be afraid to get creative and express your personal style. Choose lighting fixtures with character that will provide both task and ambient lighting while adding a little something special to the décor.

Answers to your Lighting Questions:

What is the best way to convert recessed can lights in my entry and hall to recessed spotlights, so I can highlight the artwork along the walls?
                                                                    

Replacing your existing can lights is not difficult. An experienced electrician can do it with ease. First, determine what type of can is currently installed by removing the bulb, and gently pulling down the trim/reflector inserted in the can. When the trim/reflector is removed, a label with the brand name and model number should be visible inside. That information will enable you to find a proper replacement trim that is adjustable and will provide the desired accent lighting.

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