"Here is the essential resource for home owners, architects, builders, students, and anyone else interested in effective use of lighting in the home. In such sections as General Principles of Lighting, The Hardware of Lighting, and Lighting Your Home Room by Room, this complete sourcebook demystifies the subject, showing both home decorators and professionals what can be achieved by practical and affordable means." "Technical information is explained clearly for the lay person, using line artwork combined with photographs to show lighting at work. This resource covers every aspect of lighting for anyone planning a complete home redecorating project, but also shows how stunning effects can be achieved by simply changing the position of light or the wattage of a bulb."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved