Designing for clients is one thing. Designing for yourself? That’s a whole different beast. As a designer, creating our own family’s dream kitchen was equal parts thrilling and agonizing—because every decision had to live up to our own expectations.

Lighting is the unsung hero of great design—it doesn’t just illuminate a room; it transforms it. From making modest spaces feel expansive to dialing up the drama with a single dimmer switch, the right lighting adds luxury, enhances function, and wraps every room in a warm, welcoming glow that says, “Come in, stay awhile.”

If your space has been whispering in hushed tones, consider this your permission slip to let it sing. Let’s talk about the colors bringing the drama—the good kind.