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LIGHTING FOR SMALL SPACES

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March/April 2021

Apartment and townhouse living is becoming increasingly popular with more people moving into urban areas for work and school.

LIGHTING FOR SMALL SPACES

While spacious units can occasionally be found, most are definitely on the smaller side and can feel claustrophobic and cluttered if not decorated with care. Well-considered lighting makes a big difference and can take your compact apartment from dark and dingy to bright and airy.

Say goodbye to bulky floor lamps

Slender floor lamps are great for small apartments because they take up little floor space. Although small in size, they provide sufficient light and can be used in those awkward, narrow corners where lighting is often neglected.

Make the most of wall space

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