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'Modern lighting ideas don't just mean minimalist or futuristic; it’s about striking a balance between form and function' – discover 13 ways to get it right
By Sarah Harley published
The best modern lighting ideas don't just rely on tech. They combine style and substance in equal measures to make your home shine throughout

Types of rooflight explained — a guide to choosing the best style for your home
By Gabriella Dyson published
Explore the most popular types of rooflight for residential homes and learn how to choose the best style for your space

How to add garden security lights to deter intruders and illuminate your space effectively
By Sarah Warwick published
Our guide has the details you need on using garden security lights to help keep burglars away and to make the space safe for you after dark

8 key places to position garden lighting – because no one wants their outdoor space to be left in the dark
By Sarah Wilson published
Discover where to position landscape lighting for a design that's both functional and adds atmosphere when the sun goes down

Avoid this one simple mistake that's ruining your home office lighting
By Sarah Harley last updated
Lighting a home office means choosing a scheme that's bright and comfortable. Here's what the experts suggest for a space that's functional and easy on the eye

Looking for porch lighting ideas? Here's 14 illuminating ideas to brighten your main entry point
By Amy Reeves, Sarah Harley last updated
Porch lighting ideas should be bright and benefit your safety and security. Here's 14 schemes that fit the bill

Garden lighting mistakes that everyone makes when designing an ambient scheme, according to experts
By Teresa Conway published
Avoid these common pitfalls when investing in garden lighting to enhance your outdoor space

How to make garden lighting look expensive without blowing your budget, according to lighting designers
By Teresa Conway published
Get a high-end look with a high-street price tag using design tricks that lighting designers use to get a professional-looking garden lighting scheme

17 conservatory lighting ideas that perfectly balance light and shade
By Hugh Metcalf, Sarah Harley last updated
Conservatory lighting ideas are still important even when you have an abundance of natural light. Here's 17 ideas to help illuminate your glazed extension

I tried the Lumie Dash therapy light to see if it helped me feel less 'SAD'. Here's what I discovered
By Sarah Harley published
If the dark winter months leave you feeling down in the dumps, experts suggest using lamps that replicate daylight can help. I put Dash, Lumie's newest light therapy lamp to the test, to see if it made a difference
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