Looking for ways to spice up your kitchen? Consider task lighting. Task lighting performs a specific function in the designated space. Steve Wilcox, owner of Wilcox Electric in Hyattsville, Md., says ...

Recessed fixtures have become a standard part of home interiors. Since the 1990s, people have been stuck with what I call the “contractor’s special,” which is a grid of 6-inch-diameter downlights per ...

The right lighting can make or break your kitchen. For both functionality and decor, you must incorporate several types of lighting, including task lighting, accent lighting, ambient lighting and ...

Dear Jamie: For task lighting over a computer work area, recessed LED lighting is an excellent choice. Having the light focused down from overhead is ideal for a computer station in a multiuse area, ...

As the heart of the home, kitchens have different lighting needs than other rooms. There's the practical matter of creating enough task lighting for people to prepare meals, but also the need to craft ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Kitchen lighting is not a guessing game, or at least it shouldn't be. There's a whole science behind the best restaurant lighting, and it has ...

Q: My townhouse was built with can lights in the ceiling. What are my options to replace them? In the kitchen, I am always cooking in my shadow and can’t see anything! A: A smart lighting plan directs ...