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When properly lighting a room, it’s all about mixing and matching variouslighting types.

Below, pros share more of their top tips for designing a well-lit home.

It is also an opportunity to have fun with your design.

overhead, accent, and task lighting in living room

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Murphy Interiors, says.

Murphy personally loves an oversized statement when it’s brought closer to eye-level since it adds a fun factor.

However, overhead lighting can be quite harsh on its own.

multiple types of lighting in living room

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Finally, accent lighting is where the magic happens, Lubin says.

Lubin explains how it’s the ultimate finishing touch that adds depth and draws attention to your favorite features.

Whether it’s a beautiful piece of art or a cozy reading nook.

picture lights in home office

Design byK.A. Murphy Interiors/ Photo byMichael Partenio

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Expertly Lighting Each Room

Your specific lighting needs will vary by room.

In this space, she therefore recommends utilizingrecessed lightingin order to fully be able to focus on cooking tasks.

chandelier hanging above bed

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you could still weave pendants and sconces into the mix, of course.

The exact number oflight fixturesthat you weave into a room will vary depending on its size.

Think About Color Temperature

The lighting temperature you select will vary based on the room as well.

In spaces made for relaxing, she suggests going with 2700k lighting on a dimmer.