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built in home office furniture in walnut with two desk areas, lighting set into various locations in unit, large wooden framed patio doors to one side and light wooden flooring
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

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large modern porch with metal roof stretching across entrance and rest of property, timber clad below with inset spotlights and small wall lights on dividing wall and external wall
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

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A beautiful small raised deck area with built in strip lights and up-lit plants in the background
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

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A small garden with outdoor sofa and festoon lights hung on a light coloured fence
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

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conservatory sitting room with pendant light, sofas and lots of table lamps located around the room
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

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desk with laptop and lumie dash light to side on white riser
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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cosy landing with layered lighting and pink armchairs
18 landing lighting ideas to make you linger longer in this practical space

By Natasha Brinsmead, Hugh Metcalf Last updated

These landing lighting ideas will help you brighten up this tricky area in your home, ensuring it's well-lit and looks good too

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What is smart lighting and how should you use it in your home?

By Natasha Brinsmead Published

Just what is smart lighting? Our guide is here to demystify the topic and explains everything from super simple set-ups to those that could completely change the way you live in your home

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Lighting temperature explained: How it helps create atmosphere and ambience in any space

By Steve Jenkins Published

Experts explain lighting temperature and how it can affect the feel of your home

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Do I need a lighting designer? Find out what one does and if hiring a lighting designer could improve your home's interior and exterior

By Sarah Harley Published

Planning an ambitious self build or renovating a poorly lit home and need some advice? I spoke with a professional lighting designer to find out if hiring one could turn out to be your missing lightbulb moment

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