Interior Design Lighting Tips! | Lighting Ideas For Your Home!

[@zsclefairy1183]

The interior design program at my college had an entire semester dedicated to just lighting. Kinda proves how important it is.

[@wekdjsjx]

could you please recommed any books that you use? I'm designing my own house and lighting design is definetly a struggle!

[@fufufuaru]

Lighting design is something that should be paid attention to. When dad finally had softer lights installed in the corners of all the bedrooms in our house, it made a HUGE difference. I never used the main light in my room ever again. He also had lights installed underneath the overhead kitchen cabinets to illuminate the countertops and EVERYONE was always in the mood to cook afterwards.

[@julesoyler4306]

I can't believe this stroke of luck.. I puck up my phone, and there you are Nick! Good morning, what a way to start my day!

[@Nick_Lewis]

Hey Jules! You are early today!

[@francesh3423]

Jules, you must be a huge hockey🏒 fan?! Autocorrect pick to puck😆

[@Beehiveable]

Life goal: Find someone who talks to you the way Nick talks about Milanote 🥰

[@Nick_Lewis]

My love of Milanote truly runs deep!

[@Beehiveable]

@@Nick_Lewis quick question. When it comes to night stands, how tall should they be in comparison to your bed?

[@marythomas6543]

👏🏽

[@Milanote]

🥰

[@Abby_Liu]

@@Beehiveable I have the Ikea hermes pull out bed (it's my partner's which we kept while moving out), it has sides which are tall because it could be a day bed. we got tall hermes shelves for the bedside because a normal bedside table would be too low, and one would have to sit up and reach down to get anything which would be really inconvenient. 🤷🏻‍♀️ so I suppose Nick would tell you that the bedroom needs to be a practical and comfortable space and it would be as tall or short as you need it to be in regards to being in & out of bed.

[@lizzyfp3542]

It took me almost 20 years to get the lighting right in my first home! Now we're building again and having this info straight away really will help get it right the first time!

[@mkultrapigeon]

You have a voice that makes me trust you. Thank you Mr Lighting Man

[@Androgynary]

I’m training to be an electrician but I’m thinking of pursuing lighting design on the side as well, so this is helpful!

[@paintingmonkey]

that's a useful combo! I had a chat with my electrician about what I could *practically* put in the bathroom, but it would have been handy, if I'd been seeking design help, to have the same person know what would look good and what would work in a technical sense :)

[@Nick_Lewis]

What a great combination skillset!

[@christopherharkins4785]

Please get into lighting design! As a member of the design industry, there are not enough good lighting designers out there. In my area at least...

[@sophievanderbilt1325]

Wow that would be amazing to find an electrician who also did lighting design!

[@michaeljohnson2922]

Do it! I’m a master plumber and own a plumbing company. I design bathrooms and that along has probably tripled my business because nobody in my demographic understands custom shower design. It will really help you be a better electrician as well.

[@kaley5730]

I was JUST trying to explain lighting to my husband, but he listens to you much better than he listens to me. Thanks for coming to the rescue when I need you! 😄

[@pholliez]

Same! I’ve just saved this video to show my hubby later. Was trying to explain ‘layering’ the lighting to him last night and he looked at me like I was crazy. (While we sat in a room he LOVES because of the layered lighting 😂😂)

[@jennifertencati4067]

Morning coffee and a Nick video 💗☕️🤗

[@Nick_Lewis]

I'm ready to grab mine and check out these comments!

[@forumaura43]

We just bought our first home and I've been binge watching all your videos. I love that you give reasons for why something may or may not look good or work.

[@olga138]

Two lighting tips: 1) If you want to look good in the bathroom mirror, put the lights on the sides of your mirror, NOT the top. Lights at the top make you look dead. 2) Nothing looks richer and more charming for a dinner party than lots of candles. I have a dining room that has no electric lights. When we have people over, the whole room is lined with candles and we put several on the table.

[@fraxinus1877]

As someone who has often had to use their bedroom as their workroom (I’m a tailor for a living) the most gamechanging thing I ever did for myself was put in a light that I can change the temp on. Helps me wake up in the morning (and helps when I really need to be able to see what I’m doing) then at sunset I can change it to warm!

[@paulleach2231]

Love the look of the led strips and the potential they bring, but Nick, do you have a video on how best to install these? A Tips / tricks etc on how best to position / setup these in our homes as they instantly change the dynamic?

[@jennifermayberry6200]

In my apartment complex, I feel like I can always point out where single guys live because at night I’m walking my dog and see these bright ‘blue’ cool toned lights in their apartments 😂

[@rolandaustria7926]

Especially if they're PC enthusiasts. I also had an RGB lighting phase before, oof it was cringey.

[@kd2533]

Haha so true

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

I guess thats why Im not single😮

[@clintonleonard5187]

Holy shit I feel so called out. I just genuinely like cooler light better.

[@danielgonzalezjimenez5677]

That used to be me. I'm still single but I'm making better choices in my interior design lol

[@snetside]

Hey Nick 👋🏻 How are you concealing the LED strips around your place? Did you float a piece of crown molding out from the wall? Under cabinets is easy - I totally get that - but in a big living room - how are you doing it? How are you hiding wires?

[@wayneroyle6432]

Maybe adding mirrors can help with lightening up a room if there isn't alot of space for lights

[@rolandaustria7926]

And when you add mirrors, make sure they're "adjacent" to the window, not parallel to it. If you put a mirror in front of a window, it'll just bounce that light back outside.

[@molliemae6855]

The best part of your videos (besides you, of course!), is that you always show examples!! I love that!! It really does help!

[@adjpodge]

Can you go more into recessed LED strips? Where are how can you incorporate them into your home? How do you recess them so they're mostly hidden?

[@rwilson7019]

Agreed, would love to see a more in depth discussion/how to?

[@WhirlyPearly]

I put 2 LED Gimbals in where there were previously 2-4 light tracks. They are so bright! Only unfortunate thing is the previous owners had 60watt bulbs in 40w fixtures and the ceiling is black. We’re repairing the ceiling next year regardless but those two lights are give us a nicer light and a smooth vault highlighting our beautiful Fan.

[@StellaCharm]

I usually don't find helpful videos hilarious but I am DYING over here! you are hilarious and you're so helpful at the same time! thank you so much

[@CorneliusCody]

Putting this on so I can take a nap. Your voice is comforting.

[@Polyfire]

I am learning more visual merchandising skills in retail, and one of the last things I’m focusing on is lighting. This video not only helps me understand the importance and variety of options for lighting within a home, but for work as well! Thank you for sharing all your knowledge!

[@heatherishmaelmcarthur243]

I found you a few days ago and I have binge watched all of your videos. I have learned so much. You have made me rethink several projects I have going on at the moment. Awesome content!!! Keep it coming.

[@kate8438]

Late to the party but with questions - I love accent lighting in principle, eg subtle LED lighting, little lamps on shelves, etc but I don’t understand how to power it all. Do you have everything on batteries? Power cords snaking all over the place? Do you have to get electricians in to hardwire everything? If so do you add extra switches? Would love a short video on the practicalities of “ok but how do you actually do lighting” if you ever get the time!

[@patbailey-persad6516]

I like the plain and simple way you speak in conveying your info. Thanks for the videos n keep them coming

[@joannelott6183]

Yes thank you so much! I really want to improve the lighting in my home, but it can obviously be pretty costly the replace them all at once. The tip to unify the color of the light bulbs is such a great idea in the mean time to help elevate my space!

[@Nick_Lewis]

Just go little bit at a time. Hope this was helpful!

[@DNAConsultingDetectives]

Another great video!! I especially liked your chatting about the color of the light itself. SO important. It should work with the colors in the room (fabrics, paint etc) as well as being flattering to skin tones. One issue I had to work with was, the color bouncing into our home from the exterior that I had no control over. We live in Colorado and the house is surrounded by ponderosa pine trees. The bounced a green color into ever room in the house. I made decisions to not fight this as it would make all the colors look muddy. I chose fabrics and paints based on that. Also, using exterior lighting indoors is also an option. While you can't do the reverse (indoor lights outside), there's nothing preventing you from using exterior fixtures inside. I have two exterior sconces in my living room and another fixture, from the same line, in my foyer. If you like it, use it.

[@MereReef]

This is the best lighting video i have seeen… better than any other youtuber with way more subscribers and the way you explained everything was fantastic

[@trishaellen7449]

In an open concept town house how would one create consistent lighting on the ceiling with out over doing or making the ceiling lighting look tacky or what have you?

[@reneenyberg4832]

5:28 As a photographer for about 15 years, soft lighting isn’t always best. It is when I can’t control the highlights or shadows caused by the dynamic lighting. But the dramatic lighting is what makes the most dramatic photos. And I am only speaking as a wedding photographer. I have no clue for other photography. But for wedding portraits. And creative situations. Dramatic lighting and harsh shadows is great. I often found myself looking specifically for dramatic lighting rather than soft lighting with a flattering scene. In ceremonies and other situations where I can’t control the lighting. Yes, soft is best. But after 15 years, I learned how to work with all light, how to see light and absence of light, so it really doesn’t matter. I know that two color temperatures drive you crazy. And as a photographer, it drove me nuts as well. All the different color temperatures, mess with white balance. And I had to often times use artificial light and color correcting gels to fix it. Pain in the behind. But sometimes, that mixed lighting was the difference between a mediocre photo and an award winning one. So like interior design, lighting plays a MASSIVE role in photography. The better the photographer, the more they utilize the beauty of dynamic lighting. And again, I am only speaking from my experience as a wedding photographer.

[@annonone93]

i feel like green strip lighting in the right style and setting looks really elegant. like you can use strip lighting to help bring seasons into the home without changing furniture too crazy. like change lighting strips, pillow accents, and kitchen rags around. a very subtle pink in the spring with sakura accenting too boom you have a whole new look

[@lose999]

I need daylight bulbs in my place because I get no natural light! The warm yellow light looks awful with my pale gray walls. As a renter, the cool light helps my plants grow.

[@cassandra.a]

Nick I watch your content all the time. I am currently in decision paralysis about ceiling fans and lighting. I don't need ceiling fans with lights downstairs...but upstairs in the main bedroom and one of the other rooms I need a ceiling fan with a light. There are vaulted ceilings it gets sooooo hot even in the winter. A video on stylish ceiling fans would be oh so helpful. Thank you!!!

[@PostImperfect]

Thanks for this: these points, esp the ones about consistent Kelvin, are so important!

[@nancyneyedly4587]

I'm glad you discussed diffused light. This trend of fixtures with bare bulbs for me is not a good one. I find it so harsh and just not pretty. I am very sensitive to light and need diffuse light. Also being in a room where the room is mostly backlit, like from one window is quite harsh. Has anyone had to sit across from someone who has a window behind them and this is the primary source of light in the room, you just don't see them and it will eventually hurt your eyes.

[@jessicalujan6851]

Great video but what I’m most impressed with is your use of the word “thereby.” I feel like such a boss when I write it in a brief LOL. You’re awesome. I am buying my first house and I have learned SO much from you. Thanks!

[@TheMica1616]

I’m so picky with lighting and no one ever gets it, thank you!!! I personally love a warm tone to mimic candlelight, very soothing

[@cantstopthecrochet]

Good afternoon Nick, greetings from Greece, love your videos!

[@melizabeth908]

Good information, Nick. I agree about dimmers, they are the easiest and least expensive way to make a difference. I use my pendants over my island on high beam for food preparation (task) then dim before guests arrive because everyone seems to want to congregate around the island upon arrival. We all want to look our best😉.

[@a24-45]

When I worked in a big fluoro-lit office a few years back, you had the 4th option in overhead lighting of pink toned light--not just the 3 options mentioned here of blue toned or yellow toned or daylight tone. (By pink, I mean a subtle imperceptible effect, not the party colours shown in this video.) A colleague who had worked in modelling and portrait photography insisted we get the pink option, as it is so much more flattering to every complexion, and makes blemishes and imperfections invisible. I observed these different lighting tones on people's faces, and what he said is is absolutely true. Yellow-toned light can also reduce blemishes, but it will make blue eyes look dull, and make teeth and eye-whites look more yellow. Blue is better for eye-whites and teeth but it will emphasis wrinkles, skin folds and circles under the eyes, so it has an ageing effect. I hated having to sit under a bluetoned overhead light at work, I knew it made my olive tones skin more greenish. Pink light is the best all-rounder for complexions by far, if you look closely many KZbinrs , not just in the makeup and beauty business, seem to be using it . BTW I have found I can't rely on box descriptions of the light colour, i have to test them myself. I have never found any standard lights that actually say " pink" on the box. They usually say "warm", but that can mean either yellow or pink. ""daylight" toned light often turns out to be blue. If skin appearance is important to you , if you can't find pink toned light, I would choose a TRUE "daylight" wherever possible.

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

Do you have any specific products you recommend? This is interesting advice but I don't really know what I'm looking for, so some specificity might help as to what items/brands exist that carry this type of lighting.

[@a24-45]

@@lifeontheledgerlines8394 sorry I dont. It might have been a Phillips brand fluoro and the tubes came from an office supplies wholesaler. If you are after fluoros, you might contact a lighting/electrical wholesale store, whose staff are usually ex-tradespersons and who often know a lot more than regular retail staff. failing that you light get lucky with staff at a large hardware chain store. The "pink" option made a difference at work because the ceilings and walls were pure white and the furnishings and floors were grey- which meant that the background colour was already overly cool, casting ashgrey shadows If you are thinking of pink lights for your home, the effect would depend on your existing colour scheme. A personal colour consultant would advise you to choose a colour scheme throughout your home which blends with your skin tone for all-day flattery; so you then wouldnt have to think too much about the colour of your light globes! But too bad if you dont want pink tones everywhere in your decor LOL! Seriously though, if you have yellow in your scheme e,g. honey timber floors, then adding pink is going to give a slightly orange result. Green foliage reflecting green light through the windows will also alter the interior background colour, and tend to neutralise pink. Its like buying paint colours; i dont think there is any way to get around trying out lights in your own home light conditions, which are so different from anywhere else you might test them such as a store or lighting showroom. I have actually chosen cool lights for my home (surprise surprise) because the warmer globes I could find seemed to produce an overheated "sunset"effect in my cream colour scheme that i didnt like. good luck with your light shopping!

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

@@a24-45 Thank you so much for all of the advice! I appreciate this so much

[@anselmcs595]

Hey Nick, your content is endlessly bingable. You are such a delight. And it is affecting me as we plan and prepare moving to another city. I started looking differently at our house, I am seeing why it feels so incoherent, I am even sitting up straight and being more appreciative of everything around me. It hugely helps to declutter and get rid of things that weigh us down. You are such an inspiration. I wonder: I have in my office (pastor) a lot of books and materials. Maybe you could do domething on offices/workspaces and how to make a lot of books /your shelves look not to distracting.

[@marit5544]

10:26 i actually have the cool light in my entrance area and hallway while in the rest of the house i have warm light and it really works well for me since it divides the areas

[@kpwxx]

On the coloured lighting, I really like matching our behind TV LEDs and living room bulb to the mood of the movie I'm watching. Like tonight I'm watching Sleepy Hollow and have a greyish blue look going on. I find green really relaxing for bedtime too!

[@fishnsyd]

Great tip about lighting the outdoor space. Never considered it but it makes so much sense!

[@alexsilva-vn7jc]

I had a lightbulb moment with that one too! (I´ll see myself out)

[@Nick_Lewis]

Just a little bit can give some nice dimension.

[@plushieangela]

I'm curious if you've covered some of the lesser known design styles? or cover integrating a vintage or thrifted product into your space

[@luciabratan8599]

I found out that the most important thing is to feel comfortable in your a realty owner, I am always looking for a common language for interior 's designers really helped me to create apartments that are truly worth living in.

[@collator]

The only time you should use a daylight temp bulb is DURING the daytime in an area that needs a boost of “natural” light. Some Wi-Fi lights can adjust like this automatically just like the blue light filter on your phone or computer monitor.

[@Nick_Lewis]

Yes that is ideal! I have a new bedside lamp from Dyson that adjusts based on the time of day - I'll be discussing it in an upcoming video!

[@fakeusername92]

Tip on color temperatures: bluer/whiter light is what we're used to during the day, and softer/oranger light at night, so I really love "dim-to-warm" bulbs! These are LEDs that give daylight temps when turned on all the way (which makes sense when it's bright outside but you want some additional light, you'll probably have to turn it up all the way to make a difference) and get orangey when dimmed. There are app-controlled "multi-white" bulbs as well, but I really hate that interface in terms of convenience and accessibility, and esp for guests! Coincidentally, the "dim-to-warm" function mimics how incandescent bulbs behave when dimmed, which is why folks often prefer/miss them, even though they're so inefficient.

[@Cynthia_108]

Thanks for recommding Milanote, and for your great advice.

[@SouthernMama2five]

This is advice I have been waiting for! I live in an open concept contemporary home, and lighting my space is a challenge. Thank you, Nick, for making this a little less daunting.

[@werak.8595]

Wonderful video! I tend to ignore these general advice kind of videos lately, as most of them seem to be so similar to each other. But this one has so many fresh ideas! I loved all of them. Nick, You are the best

[@Nick_Lewis]

Glad it was helpful!

[@werak.8595]

@@Nick_Lewis Always is!

[@dorisbumpus7887]

You are my new fav KZbin designer! So much great information thank you for this education!!!

[@mari-cocochavez1691]

I am new subscriber!! Moving from California to Michigan in my 60s. I sold everything and I am starting from the very beginning. Some times I agree, some others not, but still feel like I do need your thoughts before big decisions. Thanks!!!!

[@crowsinaboat]

For the exterior lights: it's also good to be conscious of light pollution and the impact that it can have on us and our surrounding.

[@JamieM470]

Yes! I have landscape lighting in my back yard, but the neighbor behind me turns on a very powerful & bright spotlight every night...it shines right into my kitchen window and completely drowns out my pretty little garden lights. I think it's really rude.

[@cs4849]

@@JamieM470 We just sold our house and one thing I did not like about it was that our next door neighbor AND our across the street neighbor had bright security lights that shone directly into our house all night long.

[@taraoakes6674]

We lived in a dark sky community in San Diego because we lived near the Palomar Observatory, and all lights had to point down, plus street lighting was the yellowish sodium lights. Now we live in a dark sky community as the base of the Sandia Mountains in Albuquerque. For one we don’t have street lights, and not only do we have to have all outdoor lighting facing down, but we can’t have shiny metal roofs. Metal roofs are okay, they just have to have a matte finish. Of course, there is a tramway that passes overhead to the crest and they don’t want everything right below shining up at those that are looking out over the city.

[@cs4849]

@@taraoakes6674 We’ve solved the problem by buying 32 mountain acres with ridges bordering it on three sides - no light anywhere!

[@luckyone7328]

@@JamieM470 they probably have no idea. I’d consider going over and politely asking them if they would please angle it downward.

[@erikanicole7909]

I think an interior door video would be great! To paint them dark or light is my million dollar question. Thank you so much in advance if you’re able to!

[@cat999991]

Thanks nick. Your videos are always packed full of solid tips and suggestions.

[@babycakes1402]

I will admit that I love the cool lights that have the blueish tint to them 🤷‍♀

[@nursetrehammy4613]

I have vision issues and do better with cooler light (AND am used to hospital light lol). But I am using warm light only because Nick said so. I know it looks better and makes me feel calmer.

[@moonbreath1637]

Very cool. I was searching LED lights and getting fatigued by all the gaudy offerings and decided to look for some more traditional lighting wisdom. Particularly that tip about lighting outside the window is much appreciated. I've got a floor-ceiling window on to a balcony with a lot of plants next to my computer desk, and I hate the black wall effect and usually just close my curtain. But I experimentally pointed my lamp out of the window, lighting up the plants, and it adds so much. It even makes the patches of light out on the street and the lit windows of farther houses feel like a connected space.

[@lisab6893]

The outdoor lighting tip was an aha moment for me. Thanks!

[@robinsmith4499]

We had Control 4 put into our home (home automation). We can choose the percentages of light we want. Love it.

[@johncho9160]

Hey could you share where you got your wall clock?

[@alice_som]

Wow ! I never thought about outdoor lighting. Thank you so much.

[@brucelangseth8566]

Thank you! We are just starting with a lighting project and this video was awesome and so educational!! Saved me a bundle in not screwing up and having to rebuy all over again.

[@janetgarcia5637]

I just found your channel , great video ❤️❤️🤩 I’m a fan already 🙏

[@smboehland]

Could there be different lighting temps for different layers of lighting? For example 4000K for the ceiling lights (because if the ceiling lights are on I'm wanting more light in the area) and 3000K lights for the floor and side lamps?

[@lsamoa]

I use 3000K for ceiling lamps and 2700K for everything else (except for the closet and bathroom that have 4000K so I can see things properly). I really like this combo, it's warm without getting too yellow and it's easy on the eyes. 3000K looks great during daytime and 2700K looks best at night, and they're close enough that it works well at any time of the day. 4000K can be quite harsh.

[@jyotisokhi3862]

I can't tell you how helpful you've been to me with this video Thank you👍

[@Trentfully]

Thank you! I am terrible at this stuff... appreciate your ideas and clear explanation

[@saltwaterpurl]

I see your point about the outside. When to blend and when to create separation between indoors and out is an artform, and it is also very philosophical. I prefer to focus on physical egress and physical transitions between in and outdoor living areas, but only light paved/furnished/path/task areas. I think it is important to maintain the 'wild' on your land, because the perception of having more space "beyond" the zone where you are provides a sense of undiscovered area and the feeling of owning more space. It is also far better for wildlife. To learn more about lighting's impact on human animals and human circadian rhythms, read up on the, "Dark Sky" movement.

[@georgemohr7532]

Outdoor lighting: yes, I agree that it is important for making you home more consistent. That said, I live in a large urban apartment building and most of the apartments have terraces (balconies...whatever) and there is a series of balconies that are outside our bedroom window. The lighting that some folks are using on their balconies is obnoxious bright white lights. I would have liked for you to have added that outdoor lighting should take into consideration your neighbor's windows. Yes, I do know about blackout shades but still.,,,

[@catritz]

I bet, they're using LED...

[@csilladevladar3686]

I enjoy your videos much. I am learning a lot from you. Thank you! ☺️

[@abdulhai93]

When we were staying at hilton hotel, the bathtoom had an led mirror with a warm temperature, i think it was 3000k. It was the most warming feeling. Ever since that day, ive been wanting to get a led mirrror.

[@kaiduran528]

Same!!! I need one

[@clairevinet3557]

Good stuff! So helpful and important topic, thank you Nick! 👏💡🙏🏼

[@kd2533]

Epic video! The modern lighting trend in Australia is like living in a lab. Cool white bright downlights. I feel more relaxed (and even sleep better) living in diffused, layered lighting.

[@kimmyhill]

Hey Nick - Good tip re outdoor lighting to extend your space. Thanks for that. And can personally vouch for the colour temperature scenario: things just looked awkward in my living room until I switched out one bulb. One bulb!

[@singincherry]

Hey Nick! Great video! Would love to see one focused on outdoor lighting. Maybe also on how to design/ use your outdoor space in the cooler months. I feel like most people (me included) ignore their outdoor spaces once the summer ends.

[@marjoriejudge5348]

off topic - but I like the way you wrapped the wood from your kitchen cabinetry around around the wall the adjoins the dining area

[@gimmeproof]

Your videos are so helpful and instructive. *thank you*

[@julianebentivoglio3583]

So helpful, I always learn from you Nick. Thanks for another great video.

[@ryansommers4664]

Hey Nick thanks for the video! Do you think you could do a video on how to design a room with carpet? A lot of designs that you look at online are all beautiful hardwoods and it seems like carpet gets forgotten about.

[@anvipatel1359]

Thank you for your videos! Can we mix recessed lights and modern magnetic strip lights on the ceiling? Can you please guide if we want to use magnetic strip for accent or focus light along with recessed ambient light.

[@sylvia.j]

Your channel is so interesting! Learning a lot, thanks.

[@hannahv.03]

Very practical tips, thanks! What about daylight lighting in a home office? For me, I feel like a very warm light (even Edison bulbs) in a home office/studio is gonna make me fall asleep instead of working. But I definitely wouldn't want that stark cold hospital lighting. Do you have any tips on home offices in general maybe? 👓🙌

[@aliblue3605]

Any tips for lighting a rental, where you can only do very limited stuff?

[@Charlie-zu4ro]

i live in the Netherlands and we have a company cold Philips and they have a light witch works on your regelary switch, no dimmer needed, you just put the switch on, turn it off again, wait for a cupple of secconds and then you can pik out the strenghts of your light, coms in 3 different hights, soft to strong

[@arieldamian2248]

I have a question about defusing light. Were you thinking mostly of ambient lighting when you talk about diffusing light, or are accent lights also better when they are diffused? If I have a line shaped lamp above a painting or poster rack, should I diffuse it with a custom shade?

[@kathleenwiens6763]

Ok so I'm not the only one checking continuously to see if Nick Lewis has posted... Also, drinking game idea: one shot every time NL says the words "ratan" or "jute."

[@sarahouser3100]

Bonus points for the word cohesive, lol

[@Nick_Lewis]

Haha and just think - I edit my videos so you can IMAGINE how often I hear myself say these things! 😂

[@kathleenwiens6763]

@@sarahouser3100 also "texture"

[@CharlieH_design]

Have you done a video on the lighting halls? Everyone puts lights down the middle (typically can). Any thoughts on lighting only the walls or off-centering the lights?

[@willgarrison5075]

I want a nice lighting configuration like this. I do want a gaming room that’s all fancy colored, but the whole rest of the house needs that warm feeling. Too dark and the house feels dirty, and if it’s too bright and white themed, it just feels like a hospital. A good mix of warm lighting with greenery like plants, some white mixed with wood colored theme, I feel like that makes a place feel like home. And you mentioned the hospital feeling after I wrote this so it’s funny that we feel the same lol

[@JuliaDurinova]

Thank you for the tips Nick ! Please can you make video video about some ideas how to decorate darker flats? We are moving to bigger but much darker space and i am desperate for some pro tips.

[@kroselavy]

Do you have a tip to have a lighting as nice as in urban outfitters home pictures please? It looks like a nice shiny cosy day and makes me want to live in the pic

[@maggiemctoon3018]

Ok so this isn't really what you are talking about but I actually have leaned in to the warm and cool light....but the cool light is actually the night mode of my aquascape in my dining room and is deep blue. I noticed in the evening when it is on it creates this beautiful gradient across the room as it meets the very warm light in my living room. So I found art pieces and furniature that kinda enhance the effect with different textures. It makes the space feel very sultry, I love sitting in there listening to the tinkling of the water from the aquascape and watching the blue, pinkish and soft warm light play across the room.

[@LaurenAnne6]

I have yet to be convinced by the wonderful interior drsign youtube folks, that accent lighting is imperative. Ambient and task, yes. I 100% have those and will continue to, but I don't think I will use accent lights. I always feel like I'm in a museum when I'm in a home with accent lighting, which is not the vibe I want to feel at home.

[@cavalli821]

Hi. Watching from Boston, USA 2 years after you made this video! After watching your video, I looked up cove lighting options- I saw LED rope lights and LED strips. Can both be concealed with crown molding? I did not LED strips that looked good by themselves but I havent looked much yet- Curious to hear your thoughts :) thanks for making such a good video!

[@amycmcc1]

Would it be okay to put slightly cooler lights in the overhead fixture, so like a warm daylight. Then a few shades warmer on the accent and task lighting?

[@MistyHarris]

These are really good tips, thanks! Any advice for hiding/dealing with the plugs attached to led strips? That's my biggest struggle with mine.

[@zarazalazar]

Great video, consider talking about light-pollution and light-trespass solutions. Caring for our nocturnal animals, access to dark skys, and sleeping neighbors can result in beautiful lighting solutions and health! US GBC LEED has the best standards for this.

[@cassandraaeh]

While I agree with you absolutely on the importance of including outdoor lighting in your lighting plan, you have to keep in mind the issue of light pollution and the very real impact it has on us, our neighbors, and the environment at large. Strongly considering dark sky friendly outdoor fixtures is a good way to have the best of both worlds.

[@michaelmiller1109]

I would subscribe and avidly follow a whole channel dedicated to light.

[@ShowMeTheGritPodcast]

This was very helpful. Thank you.

[@kfa82]

Loving your pendent light in your kitchen nook! Where did you get it?