Lighting is an essential part of modern living. It can provide illumination to aid visibility, as well as provide a source of entertainment. Lighting also helps to emphasize certain features of a room, creating the desired atmosphere and ambiance. For general living and dining, any type of utilitarian lighting will work as long as it is bright enough. For instance, in a living room, a mix of recessed lights, table lamps, and floor lamps are an effective combination for providing a warm general lighting. In a dining room, either a single chandelier-style light or a grouping of recessed lights can do the job. For rooms with specific uses, such as kitchens and bathrooms, appropriate lighting is essential. Task lighting in the kitchen should be correctly placed in areas where cutting and preparing food takes place. In bathrooms, since only short amount of light is needed, it is recommended that instead of using sconces or wall fixtures, a single ceiling light would be more effective. For a home theatre, colourful lighting can be used to disguise a rooms features such as white walls and flat ceiling. Ambient lighting helps to create atmosphere such as flickering wall scones or dimmable floor lamps. With a dimmer lighting system, the brightness and colour palette can be easily adjusted. Lighting can also be used to showcase artwork from an indirect lighting source. A variety of fixtures and bulbs, such as track or recessed lighting, can be used to create dramatic shadows and points of interest. In galleries, for instance, track lighting is often used to provide excellent illumination. In addition to lighting, dimmers are also an important tool for setting the right tone in any room. Dimmers allow for easy control of the light intensity in a room and save electricity. In this way, you can lower the lights to create a cozy atmosphere. In conclusion, lighting is an important part of providing an inviting and comfortable atmosphere in any home. With the right combination of lighting and accessories, a room can be transformed to fit a variety of needs.