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Lighting for Today’s Kitchen Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\nEvolution of Kitchen Lighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Such multi-tasking rooms demand equally versatile kitchen lighting<\/a>. Gone are the days when a single 100-watt fixture centered in the kitchen’s ceiling was sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sadly, most kitchens have just that one light in the middle of the kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This means that everywhere around the perimeter of the room, where most of the food prep work is done, is done in one’s own shadow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To make matters worse, the fixture is usually undersized and does not provide nearly enough light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fortunately, kitchen lighting has gone through quite an evolution in the last few years – not only in the type and design, but also in the areas in which it is placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The right recipe for lighting your kitchen depends on the size and complexity of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Small kitchens may require only a central ceiling fixture and task lighting tucked under a cabinet. More elaborate kitchens will demand a blend of general, task and accent lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lights have specific functions, whether it’s to accent a specific area, create general ambience, focus on a task or wash a wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Determine what you want the lights to do. Lighting can be decorative or functional. It’s hard to find fixtures that do both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Functional fixtures will provide well-diffused general lighting perfect for moving about the room safely, peering inside drawers and cabinets, and performing chores. While large, surface fluorescents have been popular in the past, the latest looks revolve around recessed lights and low voltage, industrial styles, often with a metal finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recessed downlights<\/a> assure even illumination. Install them over the stove and sink areas to create adequate task lighting for cooking and cleaning. When you add new lights over the sink or stove, you are adding not only functional lighting, but a great look as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The kitchen table is another family focal point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Decorative pendant lights<\/a>, operating with a dimmer control<\/a>, will provide sufficient lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pendant lighting also rates raves installed over islands or peninsulas. Light over the island is not only functional, but beautiful. Even people who use recessed lights throughout the kitchen can introduce some color and style over the island. Smaller pendant lights over a counter are another popular option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Consider a decorative fixture with multiple lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A lighting fixture<\/a> with a trio of lights over a kitchen island, for example, provides good light, breaking up the kitchen while still allowing you to see through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Right Fixture for the Job<\/h2>\n\n\n\n