Paul Stratkona

What Kind of Lighting to Use for Low Ceilings

Low ceilings present a unique challenge in terms of illumination and lighting installation. Typically, ceilings that are 8 feet/2.4 meters in height, or fewer, are defined as low ceilings. Such ceilings are not ideal for hanging fixtures such as chandelie... Read >

Calculating the Required Amount of Lighting for a Room

There are defined methods for calculating the exact amount of light needed for a particular living space if one is attempting to illuminate a room. To begin with, one needs to consider several important facts about light bulbs, light bulb types (e.g., inc... Read >

Lighting Design: Strategies and Evaluation

Lighting design is not just an art; it is a science as well. Dark corners and dimly lit rooms are aesthetically displeasing, and people will generally steer away from them. Poor lighting can also diminish the color and texture of a living area, actually m... Read >

Using Lighting as a Decorative Technique

Decorative lighting can be used to not only illuminate a dark house, hallway, or room, but to also add ambience and style to these areas. Specific features can be emphasized with decorative lights, leading the eye to focus on certain objects or facets tha... Read >