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A ceiling fan sized for a room half its actual size barely moves the air, and one sized too large for a small room feels like it's about to clip...

A pendant hung too high leaves the surface below it dim and the bulb glaring into the room, and one hung too low gets in the way of every conversation...

A table lamp that is too tall blocks the view across a room, and one that is too short leaves the shade glaring straight into your eyes. I size every...

How bright outdoor pathway lighting should be, how far apart to space fixtures, and which IP rating keeps them safe in rain and sprinklers.

How bright a nursery should be, which color temperature helps your baby sleep, and where to place lighting so it is never aimed at the crib.

How bright a dining room should be, what size chandelier fits your table, and how high to hang it above the table surface.

How bright a home office should be, which color temperature keeps you focused, and where to place a desk lamp so it does not glare on your screen.

How bright a bathroom should be, what size vanity light fits your mirror, and which IP rating each zone of the room needs.

How bright a living room should be, how to layer ambient, task, and accent light, and what size ceiling fixture fits your room.

How bright a bedroom should be, where to place bedside sconces, and what size ceiling fixture fits a standard or primary bedroom.

How far apart to space hallway ceiling lights, what size flush mount fits your hallway, and the brightness and color temperature that keep a long hallway from feeling like a...

I light every staircase to at least 10 foot-candles, well above the 1 foot-candle code minimum, and size the chandelier's drop and diameter off the stairwell's full height and width.