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Natalie Jahangiry

How I created balanced, layered lighting in my open plan kitchen and dining space – my tips for creating the right mood for every occasion

Dining area in extension with pitched roof, wooden table and pink chairs.

Interior designer Natalie Jahangiry is one of Ideal Home's new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on decorating a home to suit a busy family life while sticking to your aesthetic values, too. See the rest of her articles here.

You know that moment when you walk into a restaurant for date night; the babysitter is at home, you’ve actually put makeup on, you’re ready for a large glass of wine…and then you’re hit with garishly bright lighting that instantly makes you want to leave? I look at Tom, he looks at me and I give him that look where he knows we’re absolutely not staying.

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