Lighting is often an overlooked element of interior design, however, it plays a very important role. Well designed lighting helps you to create the atmosphere you are looking for in each room. When selecting lighting options for your home it is important to consider the natural light available in the room. The way you use natural light in combination with artificial lighting can really improve the atmosphere in a room. Types of lighting fixtures includes table lamps, wall sconces, vanity lights, and chandeliers. When selecting a lighting fixture it is important to consider the size, style, and amount of light the fixture will give off. Adding multiple lighting sources to a room such as several lampshades in different heights, wall sconces, and natural light sources, you can really achieve different moods in the room. Task lighting is also an important component of interior lighting. Task lighting fixtures are specially designed to focus bright light in an area, making it easier to read, work, or carry out a task. Task lighting can also help to reduce eye strain. Lighting is an important part of a well-designed room and can help to create the atmosphere you are looking for. By selecting the right fixtures and lighting sources for the room, you can create an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that will make people feel at home.