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By Doris Daugherty Let’s put a litle light on the subject, says Miss Katherine Habel, home furnishings spec ialist at VPI. Used well, she says, lighting can be a dramatic accent to your decor as well as a primary service to health and convenience. Remember that light colors reflect light, while dark colors absorb it. So, the darker your walls, fabrics and rugs, the more light you will need. Keep in mind that colors, as well as textures, appear differ end under artificial light than in natural daylight. It is wise to familiarize yourself with the various kinds of lighting available and experiement before selecting. Most every room will call for two basic kinds of lighting general room lighting — which should be soft and diffused; and specific or working light which should be direct. Direct lighting for. working is produced by most table and floor lamps. There is strong contrast of light and dark in this type lighting, as well as sharp shadows. If not used cafefully, a strong glare results.
General or indirect lighting is achieved through many meth ods, including valences, recesses, coves, in vases and urns, etc. In this, the light is directed to the ceiling or another surface from which it is directed into the room, creating almost no shadows, but rather a general glow. In selecting fixtures, they! should be in the mood of the1 room, helping to establish the: character or feeling you want. | Lighting is basic to the art' of illusion, says Miss Habel. I It can emphasize or all butj hide. It can accent lines, scale or any decorative element. It can lend mystery or gaiety. Above all, however, lighting must give comfort to the eye.
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