In residential design, understand light before arranging space
Daylight in a home is more than a question of brightness. It works together with orientation, time, furniture and activity. A useful first step is to observe how light changes through the day, rather than choosing a style immediately.
Watch how light moves
Morning and evening light differ in angle and colour. Resting, reading and dining also happen at different times. Overlaying these patterns gives spatial planning a stronger basis.
Do not use decoration to repair weak order
When circulation, storage and daylight are clear, materials and furniture can support that order. Restraint is not the removal of everything; it means every element has a reason.