Q: When building a home what are some steps I need to take in choosing lighting?

A: Working with a lighting studio can assure you exceptional quality and reliable service. Following are specific steps that can make this aspect of building a home an effortless and gratifying process:

1.         Meet with your lighting consultant before an electrical walk through occurs. Bring your house plans to the lighting store and go through them together.

2.         Discuss your design style and lighting placement (e.g. task lighting needs, wall sconce & pendant, and ambience lighting). Bring along your colour swatches. Your consultant can work with you to find lighting to compliment these elements.

3.         Discuss your lighting budget - this may help you determine the style and choices you make.

4.         Look through lighting catalogues and showroom lights. Your consultant will write down all information on a lighting worksheet as well as provide a quoted price for you.

5.         After your electrical rough in and/or consultation with your electrician and builder, update any lighting changes and confirm your order. 

6.         When ordering your lighting, give your lighting studio ample time – 8 weeks prior to your move in date is optimum.

7.         A lighting company may mark, package, and deliver your lighting package to the home creating ease for the builder and customer.

 Depending on the many variables that occur when building, not everyone may have a chance to do all the steps in all the right order. Don’t worry! A consultant will still provide you with quality service, excellent choice, and peace of mind in meet your lighting needs.

Our lighting consultants will provide you with both choice and guidance in your selections.  They are knowledgeable and up to date in design elements and the construction process. They will help you meet your budget needs, offer you creative suggestions, and create a lighting plan with you. Come and see what Kerry Jayms Lighting can do for you!