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Layered kitchen lighting
Lighting designers are appalled at the use of the standard glaring center fluorescent light in kitchens. "A center light does not offer enough flexibility," says Shirley Purcell of Isthmus Lighting, Madison, Wis. She prefers "layering" lighting using recessed cans, under-cabinet lights, and accent lights.Lighting expert Phil Blosser of Blosser Electric says the bright central light behind the user's head casts a shadow on the counter that makes it hard for them see.Purcell also suggests remodelers plan for the changing needs of clients during their time in the house. Just as landscape lighting showcases a home's exterior, Blosser says, kitchen lighting can highlight cabinets, glass, countertops, and art.
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Q&A: Budget K&B
We ask: What cost-effective design choices are clients making for their kitchen and bath projects?
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