Episode RecapHow layers of light work and why they’re helpfulAmbient vs. task vs. accent lightingWhy our eyes like varied rather than uniform lightHow we respond to various levels of illuminationHow different kinds of fixtures shed different shapes of lightRecessed vs. flush vs. semi flush vs. sconce vs. lampColor temperature and how it affects the ambience of a spaceColor rendering index (CRI) and why it’s way more important than most people knowAbout this episode’s guestKathryn Goldenoak is an interior designer, founder of Spring Green Interior Design in Arlington MA: ”Good design should speak to the heart of the occupant. Functionality is not enough; in order to delight the spirit, a space must also resonate with its daily inhabitants on a personal level. My passion is creating homes that celebrate and reflect the unique interests and tastes of each client.” She can be reached at http://www.springgreendesign.com.Help me spread the word!Send a link to this show to 3 of your friends who you think could use information about home renovations. I would really appreciate that.Join our mailing list! Get insider information and other exciting news http://eepurl.com/gFJLlTThanks to Ray Bernoff, the editor of the show. www.RayBernoff.comMusic at the beginning and end of the episode is Blueberry Festival Footrace by David Fisher and performed by Hanneke Cassel www.hannekecassel.comCover Art by Sam White www.samowhite.comIf you need architectural advice, contact me through my website at www.demiosarchitects.comEmail questions for future episodes to thehousemaven@talkinghomerenovations.comChat with me! Join the community on Flick Chat, a podcasting chat app. You can ask questions, chat with other listeners about your project, new products, and more! The app is free, download it wherever you get apps and then open this code on your phone: https://flickchat.page.link/rohX