Your kitchen is the heart of your home; it’s where you prepare food, congregate with family members during holidays, and share meals. If you’re planning a remodeling project, you’ll need to hire a residential electrical contractor to install your lighting. Illuminating the kitchen is one of the main aspects to consider, as lights affect both the appearance and functionality of this space. Below are a few tips for designing the lighting for your kitchen. 

How to Design Kitchen Lighting

1. Incorporate Layers

Rather than choosing between task, ambient, and accent lighting, it’s best to layer all three fixtures in your kitchen. Task lighting, such as under cabinet lights, provide better visibility for meal prepping and cooking. Recessed Light- or downlight, is a low-profile light fixture mounted onto the ceiling.  The housings most often support LED light fixtures, but cal also hold halogen low voltage, line voltage and fluorescent bulbs. 

2. Install Lights in Pantry Closets

In addition to adding lighting under the cabinets, hire a residential electrical contractor to add LED strips to the inside of your cabinets. This makes it easier to find items you’re searching for in a fully-stocked pantry. You can even purchase lights with motion sensor features, as they’ll turn on automatically when you open the cabin door. 

3. Add a Decorative Lighting Feature

A decorative fixture such as a chandelier can add elegance to your kitchen space and create a unique focal point. Hanging a chandelier over your kitchen table or island is also an ideal way to beautify the space, while also adding ambient light. You can opt for a traditional Victorian-style chandelier with candle-like bulbs or a modern, intricate glass design. 

 

 

When it’s time to hire a residential electrical contractor to install lighting in your kitchen, turn to the team at Patnode Electric. Since 1988, this locally owned and operated company has offered comprehensive electrical services for residential and commercial customers throughout Connecticut’s Willington, Vernon, Manchester, and Mansfield. From lighting installation and new construction wiring to repair and inspection services, you can count on these residential electrical contractors for reliable and safe results. Call (860) 429-3574 to schedule an appointment or visit them online to learn more about their list of services.