Lighting is one of the most powerful tools in kitchen design, and yet it’s often the most overlooked. You can have the most beautiful cabinetry, the finest countertop materials, and a thoughtfully planned layout—but if the lighting isn’t right, the space simply won’t function or feel the way it should.
I design lighting in three layers: ambient, task, and accent. Each one plays a distinct role. When they work together, they give your kitchen depth, warmth, and versatility.
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Ambient lighting is your kitchen’s foundation. It provides general, overall illumination that fills the space and makes it feel welcoming. I use it to eliminate dark zones and ensure a comfortable level of brightness throughout the room.
In the Great Neck kitchen, I used recessed LED fixtures in a grid layout to distribute soft, even light across the ceiling. In Cold Spring Harbor, natural light and recessed lights worked together to create a bright, open kitchen from sunrise to sunset.
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Task lighting focuses on the places where you need clear, direct light—like prep zones, sinks, stoves, and islands.
I always include under-cabinet lighting for prep areas. In Port Washington, we used slim LED strips to illuminate the quartz counters. For islands, I prefer pendants that provide both style and function. In Nesconset, industrial-style pendants delivered sharp light while enhancing the overall design.
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Accent lighting creates mood and highlights design features like glass cabinetry, open shelving, and textured surfaces.
In Roslyn Estates, we used interior cabinet lighting to spotlight crystal glassware. In Upper Brookville, a sculptural chandelier over the breakfast nook added softness and sophistication. Accent lighting adds layers and makes a space feel custom.
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By combining all three lighting types, I create a space that feels intentional, inviting, and functional at every hour of the day.
In every project, I map out a lighting plan that’s just as detailed as the cabinetry or layout. Whether it's morning prep or evening entertaining, lighting is what gives a kitchen its soul.
Clean, recessed lighting plus a standout island fixture.
Backlit glass cabinets and accent bar lighting.
Under-cabinet strips for seamless functionality.
Statement chandelier at the breakfast nook.
Stylish pendant lighting above the island.
Lighting is not an afterthought—it's the framework that lets every other design decision shine.
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Let’s create a kitchen that’s as smart as it is stunning. I’ll help you build it from the ground up—layer by layer, light by light.
If you're remodeling your kitchen, don’t leave lighting until the end. I’ll help you build a lighting strategy that brings your design to life, supports your daily routine, and adds a true sense of luxury. From recessed fixtures to shelf lighting, it’s all about bringing light where you need it and where you didn’t know you wanted it.
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