There are several reasons you'll want to avoid using just a single overhead fixture to light your kitchen. First, it doesn't do any favors towards making your kitchen warm and welcoming.

Learn More › Choosing the right light fixture for your kitchen table might seem tricky at first. With so many options available—from sleek and modern to ornate and traditional—it’s easy to feel ...

The milky glass globe on this light fixture also diffuses light, which makes it seem less harsh and more natural and easier to switch between bright kitchen lights and soft dinner ones. $58 at Wayfair ...