A gloomy, cloudy day makes you suddenly realize your home may be lacking in lighting.

Whether your home is 100 years old or a brand-new build, we often aren’t using enough lighting. According to Kellie Burke of Kellie Burke Interiors, lighting is not just crucial, but critical in your home.

“During new construction, the majority of people do whatever the architect or builder suggests, which is typically random canned lighting or flush mounts,” Burke said. “Gone are the days to just plop in recessed lights.”

The opportunities and types of lights available have expanded exponentially over time during the explosion of LED bulbs. Since they run cooler than the old fluorescent bulbs, lights can be used anywhere in the home.

“It’s all about how you want to feel in the space,” Burke said. “Yo

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