Lighting is an essential element of any home décor. Not only does it set the tone for an area, it can also add personality and create different atmospheres in a room. The use of lighting can range from functional to beauty by adding the glow of a fire or a nightlight for nighttime visibility, to something as simple as a decorative lamp to tie the entire room together. For any area, the most important thing is to understand the use and purpose of the lighting to determine what types of fixtures may work best. Determining the brightness, the location, and choosing the look of the lights is key to creating the desired effect. Task lighting is that used for a specific activity; such as reading or doing a craft. The effect of multiple lights from different angles enhances the ambiance of the rooms decor. Another type of lighting is ambient or general lighting. This type of lighting is a soft, diffuse light thats used to illuminate an entire room. Its not bright like task lighting, nor is it meant to be used as the sole source of light in the room. Ambient lighting is typically used in combination with other types of lights, such as track lighting, wall lights, or lamps. Finally, decorative lighting is used to enhance the aesthetics of a room. Decorative light fixtures are typically used to set a mood, help create balance, or draw attention to a particular area of the room. In conclusion, lighting plays a very important role in setting the tone of a room. Whether for functional reasons or for decorative purposes, lighting adds atmosphere and value to any room.