Lighting is one of the most powerful elements in any home—it enhances mood, boosts functionality, and highlights your style. But great lighting doesn’t happen by accident. At SDG Electric, we help homeowners bring their spaces to life through smart, safe, and beautiful lighting design and installation.
Whether you’re renovating, building new, or just upgrading a few fixtures, here are our top lighting design and installation tips to guide your project.
The most effective lighting designs use three layers:
Ambient lighting: General lighting for the room (ceiling fixtures, recessed lights)
Task lighting: Focused lighting for activities (under-cabinet lights, desk lamps)
Accent lighting: Decorative or highlight lighting (wall sconces, art lights)
SDG Tip: Combine these layers to create a balanced, flexible atmosphere in every room.
Before installing any lights, consider how the room will be used:
Kitchen? Add bright task lighting over counters and islands.
Living room? Use dimmable ambient lighting and soft accent lights for comfort.
Bathroom? Choose vanity lighting that minimizes shadows on the face.
Lighting should support how you live—not just look good.
Dimmers allow you to control brightness levels and instantly shift a room’s mood. They also save energy and extend bulb life.
Where to install dimmers:
✔️ Living rooms
✔️ Dining areas
✔️ Bedrooms
✔️ Bathrooms
✔️ Even kitchens!
SDG Tip: Ask us about smart dimmers you can control from your phone or voice assistant.
A beautiful fixture is meaningless if it’s not installed safely or to code. Improper wiring, overloaded circuits, and poor placement can cause headaches—or even fire hazards.
At SDG Electric, we ensure your lighting is:
Wired safely and cleanly
Installed to code
Optimized for performance and energy efficiency
LED lighting has come a long way. Today’s LED fixtures are:
Energy-efficient (use up to 90% less energy)
Long-lasting (25,000+ hours)
Available in warm, natural, and cool tones
Fully dimmable (when matched with compatible dimmers)
Bonus: You’ll save on energy bills while reducing your carbon footprint.
Lighting should enhance your home’s style. Choose fixtures that complement your architecture and interior design—whether it’s sleek modern, rustic farmhouse, or cozy traditional.
Pro Tip: Hang pendant lights at eye level over kitchen islands, or install wall sconces symmetrically for visual harmony.
Exterior lighting adds safety, security, and curb appeal.
Motion lights for driveways and entryways
Pathway lights for walkways and steps
Accent lighting for landscaping or architectural features
SDG Tip: Use timers or smart controls for automatic dusk-to-dawn lighting.
Whether you’re planning a full-home lighting upgrade or just replacing a few outdated fixtures, SDG Electric is here to help. Our licensed electricians can guide your lighting design, recommend the right products, and handle safe, professional installation.
Contact SDG Electric today to schedule a lighting consultation. Let’s bring your vision to light—safely, beautifully, and efficiently.
