About the lighting dictionary

Choosing the perfect style of lighting is one of the simplest ways to add atmosphere to a home – but surprisingly it is also one of the most overlooked! So many homes, with a bare bulb hanging from the celing, could be drastically changed with some different fittings alone. There are two points to consider when improving the lighting in a room. First, the actual light emitted by the fitting. You might want a diffuse ambient light, or a very directional light, to achieve an effect. Second, the design of the light fitting itself. There are so many styles that you should be able to find something to enhance the vive of your living spaces whether they are traditional, modern, or alternative and quirky.

The Lighting Dictionary exists to help you make those choices. We will try to provide you with ideas on how to use lighting to achieve an effect as well as give you some ideas about the styles available, so you can make the right choices about lighting up your home.