of a room by simply dimming the lights. Or, you can use spotlights to accent certain design elements, light an accent wall, or highlight artwork. Consider using museum lighting to highlight artwork or even to accent a bookcase. NATURAL SUNLIGHT It’s hard to talk about illuminating a room without giving a shout out to the sun. If you want to invigorate a room, focus on getting more sunlight into the room. Sunlight makes a space look fresh and helps it feel warm and cozy. There are several ways to add natural sunlight to your next project. ADD MORE WINDOWS. If possible, add more windows. Consider maximizing the size of each window to catch more of the sun’s rays. WINDOW PLACEMENT. Place windows strategically to capture the most sunlight throughout the day. Before making your window purchase, observe where the sun hits each room during the day. GLASS DOORS. Adding glass doors can have a big impact on any interior. Or, consider switching out existing solid wood doors for glass ones. Patios, balconies, and decks cry out for glass doors—the glass makes the areas more interesting and inviting for potential buyers. In addition, when you add glass doors, you invite the outside in and vice versa. Also consider adding transom windows above the door if the ceiling
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