Thanks for getting back to me. Yes, I suppose I should have attached an image. Here's my drawing, there has been a few adjustments but it is basically the same. The blank spot is been set aside as a family area. I appreciate the need for good light in the kitchen and I'd like to go for recessed lighting but my fear would be that there would be to many of these lights and it might look like a shop! If I were to opt for recessed lighting how many would I roughly need? Would it be best just to keep the recessed lighting in one half of the room - kitchen or family side? The large circle is a table top where we can eat and there will be a suspended light hanging over it. After reading perry525 remarks it occurred to me that I'm extremely left handed and I suppose I'd have to take that into account, Your opinions welcomed. Cara

I have recessed lighting in our open plan kitchen diner and bathroom but no where else in the house. If you set the lights correctly with circuits it can create a great look and feel to the room. Check out this link to a blog called Mad About The House, in collaboration with Sally Storey - Lighting specialist, they devised information sessions for each area of the house. I used the session for my kitchen diner and it worked a treat. http://www.madaboutthehouse.com/get-lighting-right-bedroom/

The best lighting for bedrooms comes from using wall scones positioned on at least two opposite walls. This will give you the cosy, warm feel you are looking for. The scones should be placed at about 220 cm height. In this case I would locate two on both sides of the media unit, and one or two on the side of the bed. Keep the central ceiling light on a separate switch and use it only when you need lots of bright light. use a ceiling lamp and not a pendant. Scone. Check out what we do, we specialise in redesigning house layouts and are always happy to help if you need any further advice. visit our website: www.betterspace.co We offer a package that include tailored design, furniture layout recommendations and a professional floor-plan drawing as well as a 3D package which includes a 3D floor-plan and photo-realistic images that will help you visualise your new design.

Hi, I am installing recessed lights in my bedroom and wondering whether it is a good idea to install one in front of a full-length mirror. I have found information on vanity mirrors but not on regular mirrors outside bathrooms. Would it cast a shadow? This mirror is off the closet, so we use it everyday to get ready. Thanks!