DO take special care when planning bathroom lighting. There are important considerations that apply in the bathroom that don't apply elsewhere in the home.

DO use a combination of table lamps, floor lamps, sconces and overhead fixtures. You don't need to have them all in every room, but there should be at least two.

DO choose the right lampshade for table lamps and floor lamps.

DO follow the rules for decorating with chandeliers. More than any other type of lighting it's really important to get the measurements correct.

DO use chandeliers in unexpected places like bathrooms and bedrooms. They're not just for dining rooms anymore!

DO think of your lighting as decorative accessories. Most lights (fixtures, table lamps, sconces) should look just as good when they're off as when they're turned on.