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Natasha Brinsmead

How to Plan Your Living Room Lighting to Take Your Space From Bright and Breezy to Warm and Cozy at the Flick of a Switch

Dark living room with orange velvet sofa, arm chair, marble coffee table, and floor lamp.

Homeowners wondering how to plan living room lighting should know that in order to end up with a beautifully lit space, a really carefully curated, multi-layered approach needs to be taken.

"It’s important to make the living room feel as inviting and comfortable as possible," says Ana Coddington, lead interior designer at Archival Designs. "It should be a space where you can kick back, entertain friends and enjoy all sorts of activities. Many people tend to overlook lighting because they put a ton of focus on furniture and decor. However, lighting can really change the whole vibe of the room."

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