Lighting

Natural Light
First light source to
consider.
Sunlight that enters the
house through windows,
doors, skylights, etc.
North or EastCool, bluish
cast
South or WestWarm,
orange tones

Incandescent Light
Light bulb most people use.
Burns about 700-1000 hours.

Fluorescent Lighting
Lasts up to ten times
longer than an
incandescent bulb.
Use less electricity and
produce no damaging
heat.
Not as homey and
comfortable.

Halogen Lighting
Lamp is kept brighter than incandescent bulbs.
Light is more similar to that of sunlight.
Bulbs burn whiter than incandescent bulbs.

Types of Lighting
General

Overall lighting.

Task

Lighting a small space to

perform a specific task;
reading, cooking, eating.

Accent/Decorative

Used to draw attention to

specific areas or objects.

Lighting Fixtures-Bathroom

Lighting FixturesCan and

Track

Lighting FixturesCeiling and

Floor

Lighting Fixtures--Novelty

Lighting FixturesSconce and

Pendant

Lighting FixturesUnder Cabinet