How ambient, task, accent and decorative lighting work together to make rooms comfortable and beautiful.
Good lighting uses layers. Ambient light fills the room evenly, task light helps you read, cook or work, accent light highlights art and architecture and decorative light adds sparkle and style. When all four are present, rooms feel warm and flexible. When only one overhead fixture is used, rooms can feel flat and harsh.
Planning layers means thinking about use, color temperature and controls. Warm bulbs suit living spaces, cooler bulbs may help in work areas, and dimmers let you adjust the mood. In older Nashville homes with few ceiling fixtures, lamps and sconces can supply layers without rewiring. In remodels, we mark fixtures and switches on plans before walls close, so lighting works from the first day.
General light that fills the room.
Focused light for reading and work.
Highlights art, texture and architecture.
Fixtures that add style and sparkle.
Dimmers and switches shape the mood.
Warm or cool light changes how rooms feel.
Full Home Interior DesignOne cohesive plan for every room: layouts, colors, materials, lighting and furnishings that flow from space to space.Explore 
Living Room DesignLiving rooms planned for how you really use them: seating, light, storage and style that make the room…Explore 
Dining Room DesignDining rooms that welcome both weeknight dinners and holiday gatherings, with the right table, seating, lighting and storage.Explore 
Home Office DesignHome offices that are comfortable, organized and quiet, with the right desk, seating, lighting, storage and backdrop.Explore 
Sunroom and Porch DesignBright sunrooms and cozy porches designed for year-round comfort with durable fabrics, plants, lighting and shade.Explore 
Space PlanningLayouts that make the most of the space you have: furniture, traffic paths and zones tested at scale…Explore 
Fireplace and Mantel DesignFireplace surrounds, mantels and flanking storage designed as a focal point that suits the room and the style…Explore 
Stair and Hallway DesignStaircases, landings and hallways designed with finishes, lighting, runners and art that connect the rooms of the house.Explore Plan a room, pick a style or ballpark a budget.
Room Size and Furniture Layout PlannerEnter your room size and furniture to see comfortable clearances, rug sizes and whether your pieces fit.Try it 
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Interior Design Project Budget PlannerPick a room or service, set the size and add extras to see a ballpark planning range for design and furnishing. Placeholder values only.Try it Several sources at different heights. We plan each room individually.
Warm tones are popular for homes. We choose by room and use.
They add flexibility and mood. We recommend them in most living spaces.
Comparison guideInterior Designer vs DecoratorWhat interior designers and decorators each do, how their services differ and how to choose the right help…Learn more 
Comparison guideDesign Styles ComparedModern farmhouse, traditional, transitional, mid-century, rustic and eclectic styles compared by look, feel and best use.Learn more 
Comparison guidePaint Finishes ComparedFlat, matte, eggshell, satin, semi-gloss and gloss compared for look, cleaning and the surfaces that suit each.Learn more 
Comparison guideFlooring Types ComparedHardwood, engineered wood, tile, luxury vinyl plank, laminate and carpet compared for look, comfort and durability.Learn more Call us and describe your project. We will look at your space, talk through ideas and give you a clear written estimate.
