Light varies with the visual activities of our daily lives. When we consider the science and quality of light, we commonly think about general ambient light and task lighting. This light is to provide the necessary amount of light for activities that we do in our homes.

Light also evokes an emotional response from the viewer. Lighting for design and aesthetics along with color, texture, shape form and furnishings is one of the basic elements of interior design. As with these other elements, light and light fixtures may be manipulated to create spaces that make a specific design statement. We use additional light sources in a space to enhance the beauty of the entire room as well as decorative fixtures.

Well planned lighting can create a restful and comfortable environment. Lighting can also create an atmosphere conducive to completing tasks. Simply changing the lighting levels and the location of lighting in a space can visually change the size as well as the atmosphere within a given space.