Lighting is essential to any home, and no longer is it just a practical purchase, with so many stylish designs available, lighting can also take center stage in your home and act as a key design focal point. Whether classic or contemporary, each room in your home requires light, and with the right lighting, you can create a specific atmosphere in each room . Ambient lighting serves as an overall illumination for a room, while accent lighting adds a layer of light that accents different objects in the room. Functional lighting can come in the form of spotlights which are useful for lighting specific tasks like reading or prepping food; or general lighting, which is usually in the form of a ceiling light. All three lighting types should be considered when planning your lighting needs for your home. Lighting also plays an important role in the mood and atmosphere of ones home. In the living room, warm yellow lights can be used to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, while in the bedroom, a mix of soft, white lighting can be used to make a relaxing atmosphere. No matter the style, setting the right lighting tone for each of your rooms is key if you want to create a home you love to come home to. A little bit of creativity and an eye for design will go a long way to creating a balanced home with beautiful lighting.