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When it comes to lighting, your outdoor space is often the last on the list. However, this area of the home can become an important entertaining zone and sufficient lighting for both mood and function is crucial for making the most of the area and encouraging guests and family into the great outdoors. Want to illuminate your world? Read on for some tips about how:

Dimmable lights are a relatively recent invention which have seen a surge in popularity in homes and offices. Dimmable lights provide a convenient way to quickly and easily adapt the lighting in a room to suit the time of day, or the activities taking place.

The bathroom is both a place of function and a place of relaxation, and when designing this space, it is important to consider how to balance the two. Lighting is one design element that requires careful consideration, and can often be the difference between a dark uninviting space or a bright, practical and relaxing area of your home. 

To help you get your bathroom lighting right here are some of the lights we usually recommend our clients and customers install in their bathrooms...

Interior design is can be one of most enjoyable things about building or renovating. Choosing colours, styling rooms and creating a space that is nice to be in is an exciting experience, however people can get stuck in traditional trends and lean towards 'safe styles' such as bright feature walls and neutral colour palettes. Why not think outside of the box by choosing some unique lighting and creating a bold feature in your room? To help you get started we've put together some useful hints and tips:  

Decorative lighting is a great way to enhance living areas and create a warm, inviting space. It can be used to highlight key features in your living space, such as architectural details or artwork, and can be adjusted to create a range of moods and atmospheres. Decorative lighting can also be mixed and matched to create a well-balanced and stylish look. 

When it comes to kitchen lighting, it's important to strike a balance between aesthetics and functionality. After all, your kitchen is not only the heart of your home, but it's also where you cook, eat, and socialize. So, how do you choose the right lighting for your kitchen?

A ceiling fan offers an efficient way to stay cool in summer without consuming a lot of (expensive and planet polluting) electricity. They also are a great way to circulate air flow, which is especially important in humid areas which are susceptible to mould or damp issues.

Having the right bathroom lighting can soothe away the day's stress. This is the room where you refresh at the start and end of the day, and so it is important for this room to be bright and comfortable. Below are some things to consider when trying to make the lighting in your bathroom more relaxing, warm and appealing.

If you're considering installing downlights in your home, you're likely excited about the potential benefits. Downlights can add a modern, stylish touch to your space, and they're highly effective at illuminating specific areas of a room. But there are a few important dos and don'ts to keep in mind when it comes to installing downlights, so let's take a closer look.