Here are five points to consider whenlighting an officefor yourhome workspace.

Keep Office Lights Indirect

Avoid working under the direct glare of overhead lights.

Instead, look for ways to diffuse the ambient light that will illuminate your office space.

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The goal is to illuminate the entire space without creating undue glare and contrast while avoiding casting shadows.

An adjustable or articulateddesk lampcan put light exactly where you need it and support a variety of tasks.

Likewise, look out for unintended shadows cast by lamps set up for task lighting.

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Also, consider the location of windows when setting up your workspaces.

Sunlight can produce warm lighting that improves the work environment.

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