Lighting is an indispensable part of our life, providing us with illumination to work, entertain, rest, and socialize. Lighting can have a noticeable effect on our mood, wellbeing and even health, so it's important to choose the right type and strength of lighting for each of the areas in your home. For rooms used mainly for relaxing and winding down, a warm light is best. This could be achieved, for example, using wall-fitted lamps with low intensity bulbs. Alternatively, ceiling lights with dimmers can be used to adjust the lighting to suit different moods. In busy areas like kitchens and hallways, you'll need a bright light that illuminates all corners to provide ample working or walking space. Good lighting will also make all areas look more welcoming and warm. A bright kitchen ceiling light or under-cabinet lighting, as well as fitting wall lights or sconces in hallways, are ideal solutions for these areas. For areas with recreational use, such as games rooms or home gyms, task lighting should be provided. As these activities involve larger areas and more detail, a bright light, like a ceiling light, is necessary to illuminate the chosen task area. Making use of natural light is also beneficial to both wellbeing and health, so make sure your home has plenty of large windows. It might also be good to install curtains or blinds in areas such as bedrooms, so that you can control the amount of natural light that comes in. Your lighting should make your home comfortable and inviting, by making sure all parts of your home are illuminated with the right type and strength of lighting. Good lighting is a great way to make any home more pleasant, and bring family and friends together.