Start with the purpose
Choose a lighting type
Start by deciding what the light needs to do in the room. Decorative lighting can create a focal point, provide useful task light, or add a softer layer alongside the main light source.
Pendant lights
Best above dining tables, kitchen islands and other surfaces where a focused pool of light is useful.
Chandeliers
A statement choice for rooms with enough ceiling height and a table or seating area that benefits from a central focal point.
Wall lights
Useful beside mirrors, beds and hallways, or anywhere a layered glow is preferred over a single overhead source.
Ceiling lights
A practical choice for general illumination, particularly where a pendant drop or wall fitting would not suit the room.
Bathroom vanity lights
Designed around mirror and vanity areas, with product rating and installation position needing careful checking.
Table and floor lamps
Flexible layers for reading, bedside lighting and ambient illumination without changing the fixed wiring.
