Lighting is an important element of any architecture. Lighting can not only provide illumination, it can also be used as a design element to create atmosphere and make an area inviting and interesting. Different types of lighting are available and each type of lighting can be used to create a particular effect. Ambient lighting is the most basic form of lighting. It provides general illumination and can be used for any purpose. Ambient lighting usually comes in the form of table or floor lamps and chandeliers, but it can also be created through the use of wall sconces, cove lighting, and strip lighting. Accent lighting is used to highlight certain features or objects in a room. Accent lighting can be used to draw attention to artwork, to create drama, or to highlight a feature in a room. Spotlights, track lights, and wall washers are all forms of accent lighting. Task lighting is used to make a task such as reading or preparing a meal easier. Task lighting needs to be both bright enough and in the correct position to make it easy to complete the task. Desk lamps, pendant lamps, and under cabinet lighting are all forms of task lighting. Finally, there is decorative lighting. Decorative lighting is used to add a decorative touch to a room and can be any type of lighting, from a chandelier to a string of fairy lights. Decorative lighting can be used to create a mood or an atmosphere in a room. Lighting is an important elements of any decorating scheme. It not only provides illumination, it can also be used to create a particular atmosphere or to draw attention to certain features or objects. Different types of lighting can be used in combination to create a unique effect.