Light plays a crucial role in the bathroom at all hours of the day and night. Whether waking up, washing, dressing, applying makeup, shaving, enjoying a relaxing bath, preparing for sleep, changing a baby, or using the restroom in the middle of the night—appropriate lighting is key.

There's a need for invigorating light that is crisp and intense, consistent illumination on the face without shadows that brings out the true skin tone and the correct colors of clothing, and sometimes, softer and muted lighting to create a cozy ambiance.

Thus, it's essential to plan for multiple lighting circuits and, if possible, incorporate dimming features.

Additionally, introducing as much natural light as possible, whether through large windows or skylights, provides the best lighting for many of these tasks. Here are some tips for well-suited lighting.

Positioning of fixtures

• Opt for diffused, uniform, and intense general lighting, ideally through a "skylight" effect or using subtle downlights.
  
  
• Steer clear of any installations that might cause glare, such as spotlights directly above the bathtub or changing table.
  
  
• For mirror lighting, choose a diffused light source positioned at the front to eliminate unflattering facial shadows. Consider integrating the light within the mirror, but be sure to review technical specifications, or position it above or on the sides.
  
  
• Augment with indirect lighting to establish a soft ambiance, perfect for nighttime. This can be integrated into furniture, niches, baseboards, ceilings, and more.